Programme
The Cleanliness Festival is back in Brussels!
Following the success of the first edition in 2024, Bruxelles-Propreté and Fost Plus invite you to a free, family-friendly day dedicated to public cleanliness and waste sorting.
On the program: fun and creative activities for young and old, a chance to discover Bruxelles-Propreté's equipment and climb aboard a truck, concerts, shows, and surprise performances. An awards ceremony will recognize the best citizen initiatives, and you can sign up to receive a special kit to participate in World Clean Up Day. To relax between activities, a food & chill zone awaits you.
More than just an event, the Brussels Clean Festival is a time for sharing, inspiration, and commitment to making our city cleaner and more pleasant to live in. Come along with your family and friends to celebrate cleanliness with us!
Discover the programme
11:00 - 16:00
Fun and interactive activities
Throughout the day, discover a variety of exciting activities for all ages! Between energetic improv matches, the Funky Bodding marching band setting the pace, and a unique performance by Trashbeatz, a band that creates music from recycled materials, there will be something for everyone.
Don't miss the Trashbattle, an interactive game combining blind tests, absurd challenges, and quizzes about waste, where you can test your knowledge while having fun.
Exhibitors' village
Meet the exhibitors and discover their initiatives for a sustainable future throughout the day! See below for the full list of participants and their activities.
Shows & entertainment
The Funky Bodding brass band will be at the heart of the shows, livening up the day with their infectious energy and irresistible groove. Get ready to move!
Two entertainment areas will also be available throughout the event, with fun and games based on the theme of the day. Young and old alike can have fun while (re)discovering the right habits to adopt in their daily lives.
The LudoClean by Bruxelles-Propreté is a fun activity area created for the Brussels Clean Festival. Giant Connect 4, painting, puzzles, stencils... everything is supervised by activity leaders who ensure that everything runs smoothly and help participants.
Check out the program so you don't miss a thing!
4:20 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Upcycling fashion show by Juliet Bonhomme
Bruxelles-Propreté is teaming up with Juliet Bonhomme for an exceptional fashion show showcasing a unique collection made from recycled cleaning uniforms. Discover how workwear is transformed into accessories and fashion items, combining creativity and environmental commitment.
5:30 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Acknowledgments & Awards
Attend the awards ceremony honoring the ambassadors of the Wake-Up Clean-Up program. Let's celebrate the ambassadors whose civic actions make Brussels shine.
7 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Closing concert by Sam Bosman
Sam Bosman, the Belgian singer who rose to fame on “The Voice,” will close the day with a vibrant concert. Signed to Warner Music, he will perform his hit singles and new songs in an intense and emotional live show.
Until 8:00 p.m.
Food & drinks area
Throughout the day, treat yourself to a selection of food trucks committed to sustainable and gourmet cuisine. Perfect for recharging your batteries between activities.
Exhibitors
Exhibitors
Meet the people who are taking action, innovating, and raising awareness on a daily basis for a cleaner city (and planet). Games, activities, discoveries... everything you need to be inspired, have fun, and leave with some great ideas!
Autrement
Come and test your reflexes and your debating skills with an interactive role-playing game based on “speeches of inaction.” Through 12 speeches divided into different categories, you will be invited to identify, counter or embody these arguments... all with a buzzer to spice up the game and make the experience both fun and dynamic! Suitable for both adults and young people aged 12 and over, this game allows you to think while having fun.
Brussels Environment
With the Sort & Shoot activity, combine waste sorting with team spirit. An original activity to raise awareness of the impact of our daily actions while having fun. You can also take part in an exciting escape game on We're Park Brussels.
Écocirculaire
Find out how to compost even in an apartment! The team will share tips on how to turn your organic waste into a useful and natural resource for your plants.
Fost Plus
(Re)live the Smurf VR experience! Put on a headset, enter the world of Smurfette, and learn how to sort recyclable materials. An immersive, fun activity for all ages.
ViTeS
ViTeS joins the Brussels Clean Festival with a 100% second-hand activity!
Present in Brussels and Flemish Brabant, the association collects reusable items and goods through donations, pickups, and Recypark, in partnership with Bruxelles-Propreté. On site, explore their second-hand market and give a new life to the treasures collected in the capital.
Les Petits Riens
(Re)discover the right way to sort waste with a giant board game! At each square, there is a challenge or a question to test your knowledge of urban cleanliness. Play with family, friends, or complete strangers.
ValorFrit
A giant dart game to learn how to recycle cooking oil without getting your fingers dirty. After each throw, answer a question and you might win a useful and sustainable goodie.
City of Brussels
Stop by the City of Brussels stand to stock up on cleaning supplies and get equipped for your next Clean Up actions. A simple gesture with a concrete and direct impact on your neighborhood.
WORMS
Magic composting, a pocket game that will introduce you to the basics of composting and reducing bio-waste. A sensory and practical approach that will appeal to both the curious and those passionate about living soil.
Police zone
The police and the Brussels Cleanliness Department's investigation and enforcement service offer you an immersion in the analysis of crime scenes related to urban incivility and illegal dumping in the streets of Brussels. Discover how law enforcement investigates these offenses and learn what everyone can do to prevent such harmful behavior. This is a unique opportunity to better understand the challenges of urban cleanliness and public safety.
World Clean Up Day
Become part of a cleaner city
On September 20, for World Clean Up Day, the Brussels Clean Festival invites you to take action! Get your free cleaning kit (vest, gloves, and bag), clean up your street, neighborhood, or favorite park... and join the citizen movement!
But your commitment can go even further. Thanks to the Wake-Up Clean-Up program, everyone can take action all year round: alone, with family, neighbors, or colleagues. Every little bit counts!
The Brussels Clean Festival is a big annual celebration that honors all these local and civic initiatives.
It's a real collective celebration for the people of Brussels and those who make things happen.
Want to get involved? Start with World Clean Up Day by reserving your kit below and then maybe continue throughout the year with Wake-Up Clean-Up!
Ambassadors
Ambassadors in the spotlight
This year, the Brussels Clean Festival celebrates those who make a difference every day. Our Wake-Up Clean-Up ambassadors are being honored for their commitment to a cleaner and more welcoming city. A special area has been set up for them to chat with the public and take part in a photo booth. An awards ceremony will recognize their inspiring initiatives in a festive and appreciative atmosphere. Because these everyday heroes deserve to be in the spotlight.
Food & drinks
Food & drinks
Feeling peckish? Thirsty?
Take a gourmet break in our dining area, where a container bar will serve you all kinds of delicious Belgian and eco-friendly drinks.
When it comes to food trucks, there will be something for everyone!
Streat
Take a quick trip around the world with every bite: Roman pizza, Thai curry, Chinese baos, New York burgers... everything is homemade, delicious, and available in vegetarian or vegan options. Bold and generous street food for comfort food lovers and veggie palates alike.
Soul Kitchen
Mediterranean cuisine for the soul with a modern twist: hot msemen, fragrant bowls, and spicy bulgur wheat... Every dish is cooked fresh daily, and there are plenty of vegetarian options. Their homemade hot sauce is a must-try!
El Camion
Joël Geismar's cult food truck. On the menu: burgers with Basque blood sausage or crispy veggie patties, fish fritters, and melt-in-your-mouth mozzarella and truffle French toast. Homemade cuisine, carefully selected ingredients, and real soul in every dish.
Practical information
Practical information
Brussels Clean Festival is a free event, accessible from 11.00 to 20.00.
Address : Place De Brouckère, 1000 Brussels.
Get directions
Access
Metro 1 and 5
De Brouckère metro station
Bus 29, 71 and 88
De Brouckère stop
Tram 3 and 4
De Brouckère stop
Interparking
De Brouckère & Alhambra
Accessible to disabled persons
Bike parks on site
Our partners
With the participation of:
In collaboration with the 19 Brussels municipalities