Paulusfeesten
One of Oostende's most popular city festivals with live music, street entertainment and theatre across multiple stages in the centre.
Activate local and regional tourism during Paulusfeesten by positioning your brand as part of Oostende's vibrant cultural scene through live entertainment sponsorships and street-level activations.
- Behind-the-scenes festival prep and artist spotlights
- Local vendor/food stall features and tasting guides
- Live social coverage from multiple stages and street performances
- Festival-goer testimonials and crowd energy moments
The 53rd edition of the Paulusfeesten takes place from Tuesday 11 August through Monday 17 August 2026 at Sint-Petrus & Paulusplein in Oostende. One of the oldest and free city festivals in the country, the 2026 programme includes Preuteleute, Absynthe Minded, Jebroer, DiMaro, Rick de Leeuw, Paul Michiels, Funeral Dress and many other artists, guaranteeing a week of music, street theatre and unforgettable moments. What began in 1972 as a folkloric local celebration has grown into a vibrant seven-day music and street theatre festival that annually brings together thousands of visitors.
- Fantastic music, captivating street theatre and surprising decorations
- Music, dance, street theatre and children's entertainment for all ages with free entry
- Averages 12,000 visitors per evening (since 2000 expansion)
- Confirmed 2026 headliners include Preuteleute, Absynthe Minded, Jebroer, DiMaro, Rick de Leeuw, Paul Michiels, Funeral Dress
- Special evening themed performance (16 August): tribute to Dutch-language song with Lenny & de Wespen and Roel C
- Extended Paulus Afterparties with DJs including DiMaro, DJ Turbeaux, Pascal Braeckman, Niko Geldhof, Sanne Casier and others
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