MISSY SIPPY BLUES & ROOTS CLUB
Read moreNot far from Korenmarkt, the Missy Sippy (note the pun in reference to the blues) is a café-concert very recommendable for its live music programming, very regular. For its very local and relaxed atmosphere, you enjoy talking with people, leaning at the bar or on the beautiful outdoor terrace. The decoration is that of a jazz bar, with glamorous photos of the great masters and jazz divas. We enjoy frequent concerts of jazz, blues, jam, roots and swing.
OPÉRA DE FLANDRE GAND (VLAAMSE OPERA)
Read moreIn the first half of the 19th century, the rich industrialists of Ghent subsidised the construction of a new luxury opera house to proudly display their fortune. The result is still astonishing in the 21st century: worthy of Italian opera houses, in this opera house with its horseshoe-shaped hall, red velvet predominates, chandeliers glitter on concert evenings, gilding and stucco on the walls. The programming is interesting.
MUZIEKCENTRUM DE BIJLOKE
Read moreClassical music concerts. Located in the abbey.
CAFÉ TREFPUNT
Read moreThis bar is run by the founders of the Ghent Festivities - that's saying something! It's an institution for all Ghenters. This rather relaxed café bruin (traditional bar) is a good place for a frothy nightcap on weekdays or weekends. What's more, the bar hosts concerts almost every evening (free every Monday) from 9pm, and DJ sets on Sunday evenings, in a wide variety of styles (indie pop, rock, reggae, slam, acoustic folk, etc.). The atmosphere is very intimate, and the relationship with the artists direct.