A LOOK BACK AT THE 2025–2026 SEASON AT THE ING ARENA

From an explosive opening in late August to a spectacular summer finale, the 2025–2026 season was one of the most action-packed in the history of the ING Arena. French rap, international pop, electronic music, comedy, family shows, and elite sports: the venue on the Heysel Plateau once again proved that it can host it all—and, above all, fill the house. Here’s a non-exhaustive but delightful look back at the concerts and shows that defined this season at the ING Arena in Brussels.

A 2025 BACK-TO-SCHOOL SEASON BLENDING ASIAN POP AND GEEK CULTURE

The new season at the ING Arena got off to a flying start, featuring Korean pop and the world of manga.

ENHYPEN kicks off the season

The South Korean group ENHYPEN came to set the venue ablaze as part of their world tour, backed by an international fanbase that is as young as it is passionate.

Attack on Titan: The Film Concert Event

In late September, a whole new world took center stage: the world of *Attack on Titan*, with a symphonic film concert that transformed the ING Arena into a giant movie theater for one evening. It was a clever way to remind audiences that the arena is no longer just a venue for concerts, but rather a space for hybrid experiences blending music, visuals, and live performance.

NOVEMBER 2025: AMERICAN ROCK AND BELGIAN RAP TAKE CENTER STAGE

November was a particularly busy month at the ING Arena, with a lineup that gave pride of place to rock and the local rap scene.

The Offspring and Simple Plan are reigniting the pop-punk flame

The Offspring and Simple Plan thrilled pop-punk fans with an electrifying evening of timeless anthems and choruses sung in unison by a captivated audience. These two bands have left their mark on an entire generation and, nearly thirty years after their debuts, continue to prove that their energy on stage is as strong as ever.

SDM and Zwangere Guy: Rap at Its Best

The rap scene made a big splash in November with performances by SDM and Zwangere Guy, confirming the vitality of hip-hop at the ING Arena. Two very different styles, two very diverse audiences, but one common observation: two artists—one French-speaking, the other Dutch-speaking—who filled one of the country’s largest venues.

Hans Zimmer Live and Jamiroquai wrap up the month on a high note

Another highlight of the month was the Hans Zimmer Live concert, which treated the audience to a symphonic and immersive journey through some of the greatest film soundtracks, brought to life by an orchestra and staging that did justice to the composer’s works. November then came to a close with the long-awaited Jamiroquai concert, where the band showcased its undiminished funk energy before a captivated audience, performing timeless hits alongside new tracks that were received with equal enthusiasm.

SOPRANO AND THE FCKNYE FESTIVAL WRAP UP 2025

December brought a perfectly balanced mix of French-language rap and festive electronic music to the ING Arena—just what the audience needed to see out the year.

Hamza and Soprano are setting the Francophone rap scene ablaze

Hamza made his comeback in early December, reaffirming his place among the most-followed artists on the Belgian urban scene, before Soprano wrapped up the month in style with a sold-out show. True to form, the Marseille-based rapper delivered a spectacular show blending crowd-pleasing hits with more recent tracks, reaffirming just how much he remains one of the most unifying French-speaking artists on Belgium’s major stages.

The FCKNYE Festival Turns New Year's Eve into an Electro Night

As it does every year, the ING Arena also hosted New Year’s Eve electronic music nights with the FCKNYE Festival, which has become a must-attend event for ringing in the new year with music. With DJ sets, immersive stage design, and a group countdown, the event has now established itself as a must-attend on the Brussels calendar for those who’d rather dance than raise a glass in front of the TV.

WINTER 2026: ORELSAN, THE WU-TANG CLAN, AND THE NEXT GENERATION OF POP ARTISTS

The winter of 2026 proved that the ING Arena was just as capable of hosting the new voices of international pop as it was of celebrating hip-hop legends—sometimes just a few days apart.

Laufey Makes a Splash with His Pop-Jazz Sound

The start of 2026 kept up the momentum, with a particularly eclectic lineup in February that culminated in a performance by Laufey, an Icelandic pop-jazz sensation adored by a young and passionate audience. Carried by elegant arrangements and a delicate stage presence, the artist confirmed why she is now establishing herself as one of the most endearing rising voices of her generation.

Orelsan and the Wu-Tang Clan Bring Together Two Generations of Rap

March then delivered one of the season’s highlights: Orelsan, back at the ING Arena to showcase his uniquely distinctive style—a blend of self-deprecating humor, finely crafted lyrics, and meticulous staging—followed the next day by a legendary performance by the Wu-Tang Clan. A true institution of American hip-hop, the New York-based collective came to celebrate more than thirty years of career and legacy in front of a captivated audience, offering one of the season’s rare moments that brought together two generations of rap fans under one roof, just one day apart.

SPRING 2026: DAMSO, RÜFÜS DU SOL, AND STAR ACADEMY

Spring was, without a doubt, one of the highlights of the season, with a concentration of sold-out shows rarely seen over such a short period.

Julien Doré and Dorothée are putting the French-speaking theater scene in the spotlight

April put Belgian and French-speaking artists in the spotlight with Julien Doré and Dorothée—two very distinct pop acts united by a keen sense of stage presence and aesthetics—confirming that the ING Arena remains a must-see stop on major French-language tours this spring.

Rüfüs du Sol and Damso Are Playing One Sold-Out Show After Another

May emerged as one of the season’s highlights. The Australian electro-pop duo Rüfüs du Sol kicked things off in front of a sold-out crowd, backed by polished visuals and the trippy electronic sound that has become the band’s signature, followed by two Damso shows that were also sold out. These two shows reaffirmed the Brussels-based artist’s status as a true local legend, capable of filling his own arena several nights in a row in front of an audience that has been devoted to him since his early days.

The Star Academy Tour and PFL Brussels are bringing excitement to the end of May

May also marks the return of the Star Academy Tour, which has become a springtime staple of the calendar and a highly anticipated family event for fans of the TV talent show. The end of the month also featured a premier sporting event with a PFL Brussels evening, which thrilled MMA fans who came to watch high-intensity fights in an arena transformed for the occasion into a veritable fight cage.

JUNE 2026: A BLISTERING SEASON FINALE

The season ended on a high note, with the month of June alone encapsulating the full diversity of the ING Arena’s lineup: electronic music, comedy, and pop shared the stage for a finale that lived up to expectations.

Kaytranada and Le Grand Cactus get the crowd going two days apart

Kaytranada returned to set the stage ablaze with a 360° show, featuring polished electronic productions and surprise guests, reaffirming his status as a staple of major international tours. The next day, the mood shifted completely with Le Grand Cactus, who had the Brussels audience in stitches during an evening of comedy featuring several of the most popular voices on the Belgian comedy scene.

Robyn wraps up the season with an electrifying pop finale

In the end, it was Robyn who brought the 2025–2026 season to a close, fueled by her *The Sexistential Tour*. With a mix of timeless hits and new songs, the Swedish artist delivered an electrifying pop finale—the perfect ending to a season that, from the first concert to the last, never lacked energy.

ONE SEASON, FOR EVERYONE

What stands out as we wrap up the 2025–2026 season is its diversity: from French-language rap to American rock, from Korean pop to international electronic music, from film concerts to family shows and top-level sports events, the ING Arena has once again demonstrated its ability to bring together all kinds of audiences under one roof. One thing is certain: with PLK, Duran Duran, Gims, Cirque du Soleil, and A$AP Rocky set to perform starting next fall, the 2026–2027 season is already shaping up to be just as spectacular.

Where can I find the full schedule for the ING Arena?

The complete schedule, season by season, is available on the ING Arena Events page.

Which artists have already been announced for the 2026–2027 season?

The upcoming season promises to be just as exciting, featuring, among others, PLK, Angèle, Duran Duran, Gims, A$AP Rocky, and Cirque du Soleil.

How can I stay up to date on the ING Arena's schedule?

To stay up to date on our venue's schedule, feel free to follow us on social media, including Instagram, where we announce and sell tickets for every event taking place at the ING Arena.