The meeting where artists take center stage
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ArtistMeeting is a moment of interaction where introductions to artists are made. It is a place where young talent is discovered and established artists are revisited.
Art galleries can scout for artists to represent internationally, and art lovers and collectors are guaranteed to discover something.
ArtistMeeting consists of a digital and a physical aspect.
The digital platform connects the selected artists with more than 40,000 art lovers and more than 20,000 international art dealers. |
The physical event offers art lovers the opportunity to meet the creations and the artist behind the scenes in person thanks to presentation modules on the wall or in open space.
The selection committee
Artists from around the world are presented to a jury of renowned art experts. Each juror then has the opportunity to nominate a project for an award*.
Willem Elias
Expert in Belgian art and published several books in this context, in 2006 and 2012. He was also founding president of the Higher Institute of Fine Arts and a member AICA.
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Hugo Brutin
Has been a member of AICA for many years and has a remarkable overview of the international art world. He used to have his own program on Belgian Radio 2 and has written countless art books over the past decades.
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Hilde Van Canneyt
The youngest of the 3, is known for her interviews with artists. For example, she released the book "4321 questions to 123 artists," emerging talent and grandmasters from Belgium and the Netherlands were featured.
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*During the opening, the jury announces their selection of the strongest projects.
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Cultural events in Bruges
ArtistMeeting takes place from Friday, June 5 through Sunday, June 7.
In addition to ArtistMeeting, there are other interesting events taking place during this period.
In addition to ArtistMeeting, there are other interesting events taking place during this period.
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Flanders Art Fair
Since 50 years there is the tradition of the art fair. The Flanders Art Fair, at Bruges Belfry brings a selection of renowned international galleries in Modern & Contemporary art. The fair takes place at Bruges Belfry from June 5 to 7.
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BRUSK
Early May, BRUSK opens, the new art hall for contemporary and ancient art. This project is one of the largest investments in art made by the Flemish government in recent decades and has been declared a top Flemish event in 2026. During the Artist Meeting, two expos also take place.
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Location
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The Belfry of Bruges is one of Belgium's most recognisable monuments and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The tower and surrounding halls date from the 13th to 15th century, when Bruges was the most important European trading centre. Bruges is one of the cradles of European painting. Masters such as Jan van Eyck and Hans Memling worked here and made the Flemish Primitives a global reference point. Bruges is also home to one of the rare works by Michelangelo to be found outside Italy: Madonna and Child.
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For more than seven centuries, the Belfry has been the beating heart of this UNESCO World Heritage city. Today, these historic spaces provide an exceptional setting for art. The hall where ArtistMeeting takes place is characterised by an impressive medieval wooden roof structure that spans the space and creates an almost cathedral-like atmosphere.
ArtistMeeting is part of the Flanders Art Festival, a new art festival in Bruges. Over several days, various events bring together artists, gallery owners and art lovers. Bruges thus becomes a meeting place for contemporary art in Flanders. |
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PLAN YOUR VISIT
Tickets
Available only on this website and at the entrance. Starting from May.
Prices
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TICKETS
Adult: €20 (online & at the entrance)
Children <18j: Free upon presentation of passport at the entrance People from Bruges : Free upon presentation of passport at the entrance *ticket valid for both ArtistMeeting and the Flanders Art Fair
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CATALOG
Carefully printed catalog listing all the artists of the event. €20: Available at the entrance only.
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Opening hours5 - 7/06/2026
2 - 7 PM |
Accessibilty
We recommend visiting the fair on foot or by bike; Bruges Market Square is also easily accessible by public transport. Affordable parking is available at Bruges Station (1,600 spaces), with a shuttle bus running from the station to the Market Square. There are also several underground car parks within walking distance.
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