Group-Friendly Stays in Brussels: Why Comenstay Is Perfect for Music Festival Weekends
July 2025
There is no shortage of live music events in Brussels. Every year, thousands of people from around the world flock to Belgium, drawn by its vibrant cultural scene and the unforgettable energy of its music festivals. From jazz and reggae to electronic and experimental, Brussels offers something for every musical taste—making it one of Europe’s most exciting destinations for festival-goers.
But while the music is loud and thrilling, finding the right place to stay—especially as a group—can be tricky.
Why Brussels is a Top Music Festival Destination
Brussels plays host to an eclectic range of music festivals, many of which are annual highlights on the European calendar. Here are some of the city’s most anticipated events:
Couleur Café Festival
The Couleur Café festival in Brussels is a concentrate of diversity, where world music, reggae, hip-hop, and electro meet in an electric atmosphere. In addition to the concerts, you’ll discover exotic flavors and artistic creations that vibrate to the rhythm of cultures from the four corners of the planet.
📅Date: June 27–29, 2025
📍Address: Parc d’Osseghem, Place de l’Atomium 1, 1020 Brussels
Tomorrowland (Boom – ~30 minutes from Brussels)
Location: Boom, Antwerp Province
Dates: July 18–20 & July 25–27, 2025
Tomorrowland is one of the most famous electronic dance music festivals in the world. With elaborate stage designs and a jaw-dropping lineup of top DJs, it draws crowds from across the globe. Boom is about 30–40 minutes from Brussels by train, making the capital a popular base for attendees.
✅Perfect for groups – Traveling with friends? Our rentals offer plenty of space, multiple beds, and group-friendly amenities to start the party early and come home comfortably.
Rock Werchter
Location: Werchter, Flemish Brabant
Dates: July 3–6, 2025
One of Europe’s top rock and pop festivals, Rock Werchter consistently delivers a heavyweight lineup of global stars. It’s about an hour from Brussels by train and shuttle, making it an easy day trip for festival-goers.
Gentse Feesten
Location: Ghent, East Flanders
Dates: July 18–27, 2025
This isn’t just a music festival — it’s a 10-day cultural takeover of Ghent. Expect hundreds of free concerts, street performances, theater, comedy, and nightlife all across the city. It’s one of Europe’s biggest city festivals and reachable from Brussels in under an hour by train.
Pukkelpop
Location: Hasselt (Kiewit), Limburg
Dates: August 14–17, 2025
Pukkelpop offers a broad mix of genres—from pop and indie to hard rock and techno—with a cutting-edge lineup and vibrant campsite scene. It’s held in Kiewit near Hasselt, around 1.5 hours from Brussels.
Planning your perfect music festival weekend
Music festivals are magical on their own—but let’s be honest, they’re even better when shared with friends.
But as exciting as festival weekends are, planning them as a group can be chaotic. Booking multiple hotel rooms, coordinating check-ins, finding a place to hang out before or after the show—it adds up fast. And let’s not even talk about those awkward booking.com threads where someone ends up on an air mattress across town.
That’s why, we’ve created two group-friendly accommodation options designed specifically for moments like these—where comfort, convenience, and connection come first.
Option 1: MAGRITTE
Perfect for larger groups who want to stay under one roof and enjoy shared downtime together, Magritte is more than just a place to sleep—it’s a private group retreat in the heart of Brussels.
Highlights:
- Sleeps up to 30 people comfortably across multiple bedrooms
- A private building, just for your group—no strangers, no noise complaints
- Spacious common areas including:
- Game Room with entertainment for every energy level
- Sauna & Jacuzzi for relaxing after a long festival day
- Fully-equipped kitchen & dining area for group meals
- Modern design meets cozy comfort, with plenty of room to spread out or come together, whether you’re pre-gaming before Couleur Café or winding down after a night at Listen!, Magritte gives you the space to do it all—together.
Option 2: MONET – 4 Private Apartments in One Building
Want to stay close, but keep a bit of personal space too? Monet is the perfect solution. It’s made up of 4 fully-equipped apartments, all in the same building—so your group can be close-knit while still enjoying some privacy.
Highlights:
- Ideal for smaller groups or tighter budgets
- Each apartment includes:
- Private kitchen & bathroom
- Comfortable living area
- Room for shared or solo sleeping arrangements
- Stay close—no more splitting the group across random hotels
- More affordable than Magritte, while still feeling connected
This is a great choice if you’re traveling with couples, friends who want separate sleeping areas, or a mix of early birds and night owls. Everyone gets what they need, without being far apart.
💬Final Thoughts: Don’t Just Attend the Festival—Experience It Together
Brussels’ music festivals bring people together through sound, energy, and joy. And that experience shouldn’t stop when the music does. Staying together as a group means more connection, fewer logistics, and way more fun.
Whether you choose the vibrant community feel of Magritte or the smart and flexible setup of Monet, or even both. We got you covered.
Booking early is key—festival weekends in Brussels fill up fast. So get your crew together, lock in your stay, and get ready for an unforgettable trip.
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