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Brussels Pride - In the Capital of Europe đŸłïžâ€đŸŒˆđŸłïžâ€âš§ïž16 May 2026
📍Brussels, Belgium This name was later changed to the shorter “Belgian Le***an and Gay Pride” or BLGP.

History
The Belgian Pride association was created in 1996 and was called the “Belgian Le***an and Gay Pride Pink Saterday Samedi Rose” in its early days. Since 2010, the organisation works under the name of “The Belgian Pride” under which it tries to accomplish its goals. Goal
The principal social goal of the association is the yearly organisation of the Pride, a manifestation with national character in the Region of the Capital Brussels. Three umbrella-organisations form the board and decide over the theme and the political claims of the year. They represent a large number of local and regional associations. These three organisations are:
- Arc-en-Ciel Wallonie
- Çavaria
- Rainbow House

Find out more information on www.pride.be

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Histoire
L’asbl The Belgian Pride a vu le jour en 1996 et portait Ă  son origine le nom de « Belgian Le***an and Gay Pride Roze Zaterdag Samedi Rose ». Ce nom a ensuite Ă©tĂ© raccourci Ă  « Belgian Le***an and Gay Pride » ou BLGP. Depuis 2010, l’organisation porte le nom « The Belgian Pride » et c’est sous cette appellation qu’elle essaie de concrĂ©tiser ses objectifs. Objectif
Le but social principal de l’association est l’organisation annuelle de la Belgian Pride, manifestation Ă  caractĂšre national, dans la RĂ©gion de Bruxelles-Capitale. Trois coupoles LGBTI+ consituent le Conseil d’Administration qui dĂ©finit le thĂšme et les revendications de l’annĂ©e. Elles reprĂ©sentent un grand nombre d’associations locales ou rĂ©gionales. Ces 3 coupoles sont :
- Arc-en-Ciel Wallonie
- Çavaria
- Rainbow House

Plus d'informations sur www.pride.be

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Historiek
The Belgian Pride vzw zag het daglicht in 1996 en droeg in haar begindagen de naam ‘Belgian Le***an and Gay Pride Roze Zaterdag Samedi Rose’. Deze naam werd nadien ingekort tot ‘Belgian Le***an and Gay Pride” of BLGP. Sinds 2010 draagt de organisatie de naam The Belgian Pride waaronder het tot op de dag van vandaag haar doelstellingen probeert te verwezenlijken. Doel
Het belangrijkste sociale doel van de vereniging is de jaarlijkse organisatie van de Belgian Pride, een manifestatie met nationaal karakter in de Regio Brussel-Hoofdstad. Drie regionale LGBTI+ koepels vormen samen de Raad van Bestuur waarin het thema en de politieke eisen van het jaar worden vastgelegd. Zij vertegenwoordigen een groot aantal lokale of regionale verenigingen. Deze 3 koepels zijn:
- Arc-en-Ciel Wallonie
- Çavaria
- Rainbow House

Meer informatie kan je vinden op www.pride.be

23/09/2026

This year, we’re also celebrating the people bringing new energy, new ideas and new ways of creating space for our community.
Meet Thibeau, founder of , who is attending his first Pride this year! đŸłïžâ€đŸŒˆ
For Thibeau, sport should feel fun, accessible and safe, especially when you’re navigating your relationship with your body. As a trans man, he knows how powerful movement can be in feeling more at home in yourself. That’s why FITbus brings sport to people, on their own terms and without judgement.
His two biggest passions, inclusivity and sport, come together in FITbus, with the aim of helping people feel stronger, more confident and more at home in themselves.

16/09/2026

Present since the early Belgian Prides, Sandra is now working at , the Flemish centre of expertise for s*xual health.

Sensoa works across Flanders and Brussels to promote positive and safe s*xual experiences, with respect for others and for everyone’s freedom to make their own s*xual and reproductive choices.

The organisation provides information and advice, supports professionals with expertise and training, shares scientific knowledge and works with policymakers to help shape better s*xual health policies.

Because s*xual health is also about autonomy, respect, informed choices and the freedom to live your life without shame or discrimination.

02/09/2026

Thirty years ago, it was difficult to imagine LGBTQIA+ people taking over the centre of Brussels, speaking openly to politicians and making their voices heard so visibly in public spaces. Since then, the movement has achieved major progress, with important rights and greater visibility for LGBTQIA+ people.
But progress is never guaranteed. Today, we are seeing a worrying decline in societal acceptance of LGBTQIA+ people. Rights that once seemed impossible can never be taken for granted, and visibility alone is not enough. There is still a need to organise, advocate, educate and stand together.

Founded in 2007 as Arc-en-Ciel Wallonie, now brings together 29 organisations across Wallonia and Brussels, including the Maison Arc-en-Ciel network. It supports and strengthens LGBTQIA+ organisations, raises awareness, develops educational initiatives, provides support to LGBTQIA+ people and works to influence public policy at both national and international levels.

At its core, Prisme’s work is about defending rights, creating space for LGBTQIA+ voices and making sure that progress reaches people in their everyday lives.

26/08/2026

We interviewed Mélanie from to look back at how the LGBTQIA+ movement has evolved over the past three decades: from fighting for rights and freedoms to becoming more visible and more present in society.
At the heart of Tels Quels’ work is the defence and protection of the rights and freedoms of LGBTQIA+ people. Throughout the year, the organisation provides social support and guidance, creates spaces for people to meet and share experiences, and develops educational tools, research and collective actions around s*xual orientation, gender identity and expression, and s*x characteristics.
Because Pride is not only about celebrating how far we’ve come. It’s also about recognising the work that made that progress possible, protecting the rights and freedoms that have been won, and continuing to fight for equality and freedom for everyone.

13/08/2026

We sat down with Frank Schellings from to look back at 30 years of Pride in Belgium: from protest and political demands to the importance of creating spaces where LGBTQIA+ people can meet, organise, get support and simply be themselves.

RainbowHouse Brussels is home to a diverse network of LGBTQIA+ associations and their allies. Beyond Pride, RainbowHouse is active all year round: supporting the community, connecting people with legal, social, psychological and medical services, hosting meetings and events, and providing a welcoming meeting place where people can connect, meet others and enjoy a drink together.

Because Pride isn’t just one day, one march or one month.

It’s a movement, a political voice and a community that keeps showing up, all year long. âœŠđŸłïžâ€đŸŒˆđŸłïžâ€âš§ïž

From Brussels Pride to Berlin Pride: our hearts are with you today.We stand united, stronger than ever.Hate will never d...
26/07/2026

From Brussels Pride to Berlin Pride: our hearts are with you today.
We stand united, stronger than ever.
Hate will never defeat love.
We will keep marching, keep fighting, and keep shining together.
Love always wins. đŸŒˆâ€ïž

De Brussels Pride Ă  Berlin Pride : nos pensĂ©es vous accompagnent aujourd’hui.
Nous restons unis, plus forts que jamais.
La haine ne vaincra jamais l’amour.
Nous continuerons Ă  marcher, Ă  lutter et Ă  briller ensemble.
L’amour gagne toujours. đŸŒˆâ€ïž

Van Brussels Pride naar Berlin Pride: vandaag zijn onze gedachten bij jullie.
We staan verenigd, sterker dan ooit.
Haat zal liefde nooit overwinnen.
We blijven samen marcheren, strijden en schitteren.
Liefde wint altijd. đŸŒˆâ€ïž

22/07/2026

30 Years of Pride. Countless stories worth preserving đŸ«‚
The Suzan Daniel Fund is dedicated to safeguarding Belgium’s LGBTQIA+ history, ensuring that the stories, documents, and memories of our community are collected, protected, and passed on to future generations.
Named after Suzan Daniel, who helped found Belgium’s first gay and le***an organisation in 1953, the fund has spent decades protecting a vital part of our collective heritage, making sure that our past is never forgotten.
As we celebrate it’s 30th anniversary, it reminds us that Pride is not only about how far we’ve come, but also about honouring those who paved the way and keeping the history that continues to shape our community alive.

13/07/2026

Emmy Castelain, founder of , is working on a new chapter for Brussels’ le***an community: , a permanent le***an-led cafĂ© and community space in the heart of the city.

More than just a bar, Madrona is a place to gather, connect, rest, read, celebrate, and simply exist. At a time when dedicated le***an spaces are increasingly rare, Madrona is creating a haven for the community while remaining inclusive of everyone who respects the venue.
The project is currently raising funds to complete the renovations and open its doors.

If you’d like to help make this initiative a reality, you can support the crowdfunding through . Every donation, every share, and every show of support brings Brussels one step closer to its own permanent le***an space. â€ïžđŸłïžâ€đŸŒˆ

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11/07/2026

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06/07/2026

Chille Deman is a key figure in Brussels’ LGBTQIA+ community and beyond. A co-founder of Brussels Pride, he has spent decades advocating for equality, visibility, and LGBTQIA+ rights.
He played a leading role in the Belgian Le***an and Gay Pride, serving as president across multiple terms (1995–1999 and 2009–2016). He is a former president of and worked for many years as a social worker in the housing sector.
Now retired, he remains active in the community through , supporting Pride initiatives in countries where organising is difficult or even impossible. He is also part of the Rainbow Ambassadors, giving visibility to LGBTQIA+ seniors.

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