Lotto Brussels Jazz Weekend 2026 – Big success!
Over 200.000 visitors attended the 9th edition of the Lotto Brussels Jazz Weekend 2026 — GLOMERIS and bruusk. win Brussels Jazz Vanguard

The Lotto Brussels Jazz Weekend 2026 proved to be unforgettable. More than 450 artists delivered a spectacular three-day musical experience that attracted more than 200.000 visitors to the capital. From sun-drenched performances on the Grote Markt to lively jam sessions in packed bars, the entire city pulsed with music throughout the weekend. And the public also turned out in droves on Sint-Katelijneplein to vote for their favourite emerging jazz band. As a result, GLOMERIS receives the Brussels Jazz Vanguard jury prize, while bruusk. takes home the Brussels Jazz Vanguard People’s Choice Award, making them the very first names to be announced for next year’s edition.

Once again, the festival showcased an ambitious and diverse jazz programme, blending jazz with influences from blues, funk, hip-hop, pop, soul and beyond. Thanks to collaborations with VK, Les Lundis d’Hortense, Greenhouse Talent and the Brussels conservatoires, each festival stage developed its own distinct musical identity: the Grote Markt (Lotto Stage – Contemporary Jazz), Beursplein (OMER Stage – Jazz & Beyond) and Sint-Katelijneplein (Citadines Stage – Next GentStage).

Across 28 bars and in venues throughout the city, audiences enjoyed intimate live performances and — new this year — The Busker Blues Sessions, featuring authentic blues concerts at Les Halles Saint-Géry and The Brasserie.

Brussels Jazz Vanguard crowns GLOMERIS and bruusk. as winners
The Lotto Brussels Jazz Weekend once again proved that the future of Belgian jazz is in excellent hands. Following its successful debut last year, the Brussels Jazz Vanguard talent programme has firmly established itself as a key feature of the festival. Over the course of the weekend, 15 emerging bands took to the stage at Sint-Katelijneplein, each presenting their unique sound to both festival audiences and a professional jury.

And - drum roll please - as this year’s jury prize goes to GLOMERIS, while bruusk. takes home the People’s Choice Award. Both acts will open next year's Lotto Brussels Jazz Weekend 2027, and will receive additional support from our partners, including VOLTA, VI.BE and Court-Circuit

GLOMERIS is the winner of Brussels Jazz Vanguard 2026
GLOMERIS is a quartet exploring the boundaries between modern jazz, broken beat and hip-hop. Driven by hypnotic rhythms and a strong sense of improvisation, they create an energetic sound where electronic grooves meet acoustic interplay. Their music blends contemporary jazz with club influences, inviting both listening and movement. With their debut EP Caetano, they establish a distinctive sonic identity. On stage, GLOMERIS delivers an immersive and vibrant live experience.

bruusk. is the Audience Award Winner 2026
Bruusk is a young jazz ensemble from Ghent driven by a strong urge tob e heard. Rooted in improvisation, their sound blends fusion, afrobeat, Latin, hip-hop and drum ‘n’ bass. Live, the band delivers an energetic and contemporary take on jazz. With original material and a fresh approach, they are set on reaching bigger stages and wider audiences.

Jazz & Brussel: a match made in heaven
Thanks to its wide-ranging programme featuring a host of Brussels-based artists and close collaborations with local Brussels partners, the Lotto Brussels Jazz Weekend has become an integral part of the city’s cultural landscape. Over the course of three days, the festival invited visitors to rediscover Brussels through unexpected encounters, unforgettable concerts and music-filled venues across the city. From grand public squares to intimate neighbourhood cafés, the spirit of connection could be felt throughout the capital

We're already looking forward to welcoming audiences back to the heart of Brussels for the next edition of the Lotto Brussels Jazz Weekend, taking place from 21 May to 23 May 2027.

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