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Free things to do in Leuven
🆓 17 events in 2 weeks
Free things to do in Leuven: according to Shou, 17 events over the next two weeks (1 November – 14 November).
Discover seventeen wonderful ways to enjoy Leuven over the next two weeks without spending a euro, featuring seven vibrant festivals, six diverse gatherings, and four musical highlights. Experience everything from the lively RAUW! and an inviting Open Mic to guided explorations of Scultori Fiamminghi at M Leuven and the captivating Danserye organ concert.
⭐Don't miss
MusicFreeRAUW!Thu 12 Nov · Muziekcentrum Het Depot · Leuven
MusicFreeOpen MicWed 4 Nov · Muziekcentrum Het Depot · Leuven
MusicFreeChoir&Voice showcase moment in M LeuvenSun 1 Nov · M Leuven
MiscFreeDiscover 'Scultori Fiamminghi' with a guideThu 12 Nov · M Leuven
MiscFreeConversation café for informal caregiversSun 1 Nov · LDC Seniorama · Leuven
MusicFreeOrgan concert "Danserye" and CD presentationSat 14 Nov · Sint-Jan de Doperkerk · Leuven🗓️Today3 in 2 weeks
MiscConversation café for informal caregiversMeeting We meet monthly to get to know each other and exchange our experiences as caregivers. If you are a caregiver, you are very welcome in this group. Former caregivers are also welcomed with open arms and can join. It is not necessary to register for this activity; if you wish to have a conversation beforehand, you can ask Bianca. Practical info: Wheelchair accessible Kennis Nederlands: goodSun 1 Nov · 12:00LDC Seniorama · LeuvenUntil 18 DecFree
MusicChoir&Voice showcase moment in M LeuvenM and Koor&Stem are joining forces to bring art close to people with dementia. Together we developed a unique songbook, inspired by our collection. You can experience the result of this special project during this atmospheric presentation moment: residents of residential care centers bring the music and the museum rooms to life with an intimate concert among the works of art.
Prior to this presentation moment, the participating residential care centers received professional guidance from Koor&Stem to get started with the songs. Together with their supervisors, the residents dove into the repertoire and prepared themselves for their performance in M.
Currently, three residential care centers are singing along with great enthusiasm: De Wingerd (Leuven), Compostella (Antwerp), and Dominicus (Lubbeek).
Want to know more? 👉 www.mleuven.be/programma/toonmoment-koorstem
#MLeuvenSun 1 Nov · 14:00M LeuvenUntil 1 DecFree
MiscVHM: On a Tree Safari in BertembosBertembos is an old forest with an area of approximately 100ha. It has long been managed as a coppice forest. Beech and pedunculate oak make up 75% of the tree population, but red oak, sycamore, sweet chestnut, hornbeam, and sweet cherry are also abundantly present. We go in search of trees that stand out for their thickness and height or for a special shape, an unusual leaf, or a strange trunk. We also discover a rare tree species.Sun 1 Nov · 14:00–16:30Parking aan hoek Bosstraat/Oude Bertemboslaan ter hoogte van Bosstraat 197 · LeuvenFree
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FestivalBook Festival: Lecture and signing session Bart Stouten with 'Het wonder in je stilte'On Friday, November 6th, we welcome Bart Stouten to Standaard Boekhandel Leuven for a lecture and signing session. Feel free to drop by for a nice chat and a signed copy.
This event is part of Feest van het Boek (www.standaardboekhandel.be/feest-van-het-boek).Fri 6 Nov · 14:00–15:00Standaard Boekhandel Leuven De SomerpleinFree
FestivalBook Festival: Inspiration and signing session with author Delia AmorusoOn Friday, November 6th, we welcome Delia Amoruso at Standaard Boekhandel Leuven for an interactive inspiration session.
During this interactive inspiration session, business psychologist, author, and coach Delia Amoruso takes you into the themes of her books 'Ik kan er (n)iets aan doen' and 'Help, mijn team is een kleuterklas'. She shows how old patterns and protection mechanisms work through in our personal and professional lives, and what is needed to deal with them more consciously as an adult.
Do not expect a classical lecture, but a recognizable, accessible, and sometimes confrontational session, interspersed with practical examples, humor, and insights that immediately make you think.
This event is part of Feest van het Boek (www.standaardboekhandel.be/feest-van-het-boek).Fri 6 Nov · 16:00–17:30Standaard Boekhandel Leuven De SomerpleinFree
MiscEco-builders Open Doors 2026🏡 Take a free look inside sustainable, energy-efficient and ecological homes all across Flanders and Brussels during the Ecobouwers Opendeurdagen. Enthusiastic (re)builders who have finished their own project (or are still right in the middle of it!) give you a tour and talk about their choices. No sales pitches, but real experiences.
✨ On November 7, 8, 11, 14 and 15 you can visit more than 120 sustainable and ecological houses, cohousings, appartementen and tiny houses. Tours start at 10 AM or 2 PM.
🔗 View the sustainable homes here ➡️ https://www.ecobouwers.be/opendeur/zoekSat 7 Nov · 10:00Stadscentrum en omgeving · LeuvenUntil 15 NovFree
FestivalBook Festival: Rainbow book route with youth author Tom MarienOn Saturday, November 7th, we welcome Tom Mariën at Standaard Boekhandel Leuven for a presentation of his new graphic novel 'Iedereen schrikt'.
As part of the Regenboogboeken Route, author Tom Mariën is coming to present his new graphic novel 'Iedereen schrikt' at Standaard Boekhandel. At 2 PM, Tom and musician Stijn will take you completely into the story of Amber and Eline. Tom reads from his new book while the illustrations are shown. Muzikant Stijn adds some original songs to the story.
Neemt Tom take a break? Then enjoy the many other (audio)books about sexuality. A nice and accessible way to start a conversation around queerness with people of all ages!
This activity is part of the Rode Hond festival and is in collaboration with Queer Leuven.
This event is part of Feest van het Boek (www.standaardboekhandel.be/feest-van-het-boek).Sat 7 Nov · 14:00–15:00Standaard Boekhandel Leuven De SomerpleinFree
FestivalBook Festival: Interview and Meet & Greet 100 X Het Huis with author Eric GoensIn 'Het Huis' countless well-known Flemings have already let people look into their souls. Who will ever forget the pain of Marieke Vervoort, the confession of Isabelle A, or the tears of Sabine Hagedoren? This season the hundredth guest passes by!
But what and who did we (still) not get to see? And was everyone equally open and honest?
Radiopresentator Lieven Vandenhaute engages in conversation with Eric Goens. Afterward, Eric will gladly sign his book.
This event is part of Feest van het Boek (www.standaardboekhandel.be/feest-van-het-boek).Sat 7 Nov · 15:00–16:00Standaard Boekhandel Leuven De SomerpleinFree
FestivalBook Festival: Lecture and signing session Bert Cornelis with 'De rector'On Saturday, November 7th, we welcome Bert Cornelis at Standaard Boekhandel Leuven for a lecture and signing session around his book 'De rector'.
In 1943, rector Honoré van Waeyenbergh refuses to hand over the addresses of Leuven students to the German occupier. With this, a remarkable showdown begins. Bert Cornelis talks about this resistance and the struggle of Belgian universities for academic freedom during WWII.
This event is part of Feest van het Boek (www.standaardboekhandel.be/feest-van-het-boek).Sat 7 Nov · 16:00–17:00Standaard Boekhandel Leuven De SomerpleinFree
FestivalBook Festival: Lecture and signing session Ish Ait Hamou with 'Wachten op Noah'On Sunday, November 8, we welcome Ish Ait Hamou at Standaard Boekhandel Leuven for a lecture and signing session surrounding 'Wachten op Noah'.
A gripping novel about loss, family, friendship, and the mystery of life. Come listen to Ish Ait Hamou, discover the story behind the novel, and have your copy personally signed.
This event is part of Book Festival (www.standaardboekhandel.be/feest-van-het-boek).Sun 8 Nov · 15:00–16:30Standaard Boekhandel Leuven De SomerpleinFree
FestivalBook Festival: Interview and signing session Mieke Van Haegendoren with 'Hendrik De Man...'On Sunday November 8th, journalist Rik van Cauwelaert in Standaard Boekhandel Leuven will be in conversation with author Mieke van Haegendoren about the turbulent and tragic life of one of the most controversial Belgian socialists, 'Hendrik De Man, visionary or traitor'.
A fascinating conversation about ideals, power, commitment, and the difficult choices of a turbulent era. This will be followed by a signing session.
This event is part of Festival of the Book (www.standaardboekhandel.be/feest-van-het-boek).Sun 8 Nov · 16:30–18:00Standaard Boekhandel Leuven De SomerpleinFree
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MiscIn the Leuven Tweebronnen LibraryCulture - Rondleiding
Ontdek de Bib Leuven Tweebronnen during a fascinating guided tour. You will get acquainted with the functioning of the library and find out more about the history of the building.
Practical info:
Rolstoeltoegankelijk
Kennis Nederlands : good
The seniors' month is organized by the city of Leuven - welfare management in collaboration with the seniors' council and numerous Leuven partners. View the complete program of the seniors' month at www.uitinleuven.be/seniorenmaand
The program brochure can be ordered via info@leuven.be or 016 27 27 27 and will be delivered to your home by mail. You can also pick up the brochure for free at the city office and at all participating locations.Tue 10 Nov · 11:00De Bib Leuven Tweebronnen (gele zaal)Until 24 NovFree
MiscDiscover 'Scultori Fiamminghi' with a guideCrowded rooms, many artworks, and echoing sounds: many impressions and stimuli that can make a museum visit tiring. That is why M Leuven is organizing a low-stimulus tour for a maximum of ten people at a quiet moment, especially for the ten-day Geestelijke Gezondheid. Together with a guide, you will discover the museum in peace. Through stories, conversations, and looking assignments, the artworks from the exhibition 'Scultori Fiamminghi' come to life.
Want to know more? 👉 Low-stimulus walk-in tour through 'Scultori Fiamminghi' | M Leuven
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#ScultoriFiamminghiThu 12 Nov · 13:00M LeuvenUntil 28 NovFree
MusicRAUW!BURn Leuven and Het Depot bring you RAUW!: an open mic specifically for the hiphop creatives among us. We're thrilled to let young hiphop creatives do their thing on our stage. Get ready to be showered in an evening packed with beats, cracking lyrics and all things hiphop. Circle every second Thursday of the month in your agenda because that's when RAUW! takes place. The whole experience is free, doors open at 20:00. See you there.Thu 12 Nov · 20:00–00:00Muziekcentrum Het Depot · LeuvenUntil 13 NovFree
MiscVHM: Autumn in Arenbergpark 2Saturday, November 14 at 2:00 PM
Guide: Hetty Stinissen + students
hetty@vhm.be 0478 49 63 93
2.5 km - 2h30
Entrance to Arenberg Castle (at bridge over the Dyle)
Kardinaal Mercierlaan 94, 3001 Heverlee
50.863077, 4.683531
We continue to enjoy autumn in Arenberg Park. We look at the evolution that trees, herbaceous plants, and fungi undergo through the seasons. We admire the climbing plants in the Wandering Garden. Everywhere we see brilliant autumn colors amidst a beautiful, water-rich environment.
Before or after the walk, something can be consumed at Kantineplein.Sat 14 Nov · 14:00–16:30Ingang kasteel Arenberg (aan brug over de Dijle) · LeuvenFree
MusicOrgan concert "Danserye" and CD presentationPeter Waldner presents a program with entirely shorter dance music by composers such as Tielman Susato (+-1510 – after 1570) and Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck (1562-1621) and many others including the well-known Anonymous. Yes, once artists, when something like rights to their own work did not yet exist, really did not mind mentioning their name. As long as beautiful music sounded, whether or not triggering dancing feet.Sat 14 Nov · 15:00–16:00Sint-Jan de Doperkerk · LeuvenFree
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Free things to do in Leuven: what’s on?
Free things to do in Leuven: according to Shou, 17 events over the next two weeks (1 November – 14 November). Browse them above by city, or filter by day.
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