Last stop on the North-South rail axis: Brussels-South station (Gare du Midi in French). With the Eurostar terminal and direct high-speed connections to Paris, Marseille, London and Amsterdam, this is Brussels’ international hub. The growing number of night trains also connects Brussels easily to major cities like Berlin, Vienna, Prague and soon Barcelona. Every day, tens of thousands of travellers pass through the station, from commuters and congress-goers to tourists heading for meetings, conferences or city breaks.
The surrounding Midi district reflects this energy. Once an industrial area, it has evolved into an administrative heart with high-rises, government offices and major companies. But don’t be fooled: among the office towers you’ll also find a lively mix of cultures, cuisines and social spaces. From no-nonsense lunch spots to stylish hotels and fully equipped meeting venues.
The EGG Brussels
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Once a derelict factory, today it’s a creative event hotspot just a stone’s throw from Brussels-South. The EGG got its name when a group of creatives made it their “incubator” in the early 2000s. With 18 rooms, 5,000m² of flexible space and a plenary hall for up to 1,000 people, The EGG is a venue with endless possibilities. Whether it’s a slick seminar, a product launch or a memorable gala dinner, it suits all types of events and does so stylishly and sustainably.
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175 rue Bara, 1070 Anderlecht
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Number of rooms: 18
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Maximum capacity: 1,000
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Largest space: 1,250m²
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8 minutes
La Tricoterie
La Tricoterie weaves sustainability, culture and hospitality seamlessly. You're guaranteed a unique event experience. Once a furniture factory, La Tricoterie has been renovated with warm brick, wood and plenty of natural light. Choose from six modular rooms for events of up to 740 people. Every detail is spot on: 100% artisan organic catering, recycled furniture, green energy and a team that will expertly craft your event. Hosting your event here also supports a worthy cause – a cultural and social project that connects people through theatre, music and debate. A venue with a heart, less than ten minutes’ walk from Brussels-South.
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158 rue Théodore Verhaegen, 1060 Sint-Gillis
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Number of rooms: 6
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Maximum capacity: 740
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Largest space: 320m²
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10 minutes
WIELS
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You’d be hard pressed to find a more influential contemporary art centre than WIELS. The walls have featured works by, among others, Francis Alÿs, Luc Tuymans, Marcel Broodthaers. The building itself is a showstopper: the former Wielemans-Ceuppens brewery and modernist masterpiece by Adrien Blomme, was carefully restored in the early 2000s. The copper brewing tanks, original tiling and monumental windows have all been preserved. Even the name WIELS is a nod to the beer once brewed here.
Its six rooms are suited for seminars, receptions, walking dinners and more. Choose the industrial grandeur of the Brewing Hall or treat your guests to panoramic views of Brussels from the rooftop terrace. For an added bonus, combine your event with a dive into WIELS’s contemporary art programme.
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354 rue Van Volxem, 1190 Vorst
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Number of rooms: 6
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Maximum capacity: 369
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Largest space: 586m²
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18 minutes
Jacques Franck Cultural Centre
Host your event with a cultural edge and a hint of nostalgia in this former neighbourhood cinema just a 15-minute walk from Brussels-South. The main theatre has 300 seats and is fully equipped for film screenings, performances, concerts and conferences. Stage, projection, tech – it’s all here. Need something smaller? The intimate room (81m²) is ideal for workshops, rehearsals or small-scale shows. Networking or exhibitions? The foyer (90m²) has you covered. And in summer, they open up the garden (300m²).
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94 chaussée de Waterloo, 1060 Sint-Gillis
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Number of rooms: 4
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Maximum capacity: 300
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Largest space: 300m² (garden)
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15 minutes
The Faculty
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This elegant townhouse once served as a veterinary school and it still exudes academic flair. These days it’s a versatile, characterful venue. Step through the stately ballroom or take your seat in the 180-seat modern auditorium. Between historic details and cutting-edge tech, it’s a great place to work, present or network. The adaptive reuse – an experiment by ENTRAKT – focuses on sustainability, hospitality and flexibility. Bonus: if you work in the cultural or social sector, you’ll enjoy a discount on venue hire every Thursday.
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45 rue des Vétérinaires, 1070 Anderlecht
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Number of rooms: 2
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Maximum capacity: 180
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Largest space: 236m²
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8 minutes
Hotels near Brussels-South with meeting facilities
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Pullman Brussels Centre Midi is located literally inside the station, opposite the Eurostar terminal. Step off the train and into your meeting, done. Ideal for events with an international guest list. Ibis Brussels Centre Gare du Midi and Mercure Brussels Centre Midi are just minutes away in a lively district, offering comfort and convenience for your meetings. And if you book several rooms at the smaller yet charming The Augustin hotel, you’ll get the meeting room included.
