Brussels Flower Carpet 2026 at the Grand-Place
The Flower Carpet is returning to Brussels from 13 to 16 August! The Grand-Place will once again be transformed into a huge floral carpet, attracting visitors from all over the world. This event is one of the most eagerly awaited of the year, and what better way to discover it than with Tootbus?
What is the Flower Carpet?
The Brussels Flower Carpet is a tradition that dates back to 1971. Every other year, hundreds of thousands of begonias and dahlias are carefully arranged to form spectacular, ephemeral designs on the Grand-Place in Brussels, outside City Hall. Each edition has its own theme, and the designs are always breath-taking. This is a veritable outdoor work of art, which lasts just 4 days.
What does the 2026 edition have in store?
This year, the Flower Carpet pays tribute to The Great Wave off Kanagawa, the iconic work by Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai. Contemporary artist Hiro Sugiyama has reimagined the famous print by blending its traditional Japanese aesthetic with the codes of contemporary art. Iconic elements such as the waves and Mount Fuji are brought to life through modern compositions and digital techniques. The result creates a dialogue between Japan’s cultural heritage and a contemporary artistic vision, celebrating 160 years of friendship between Belgium and Japan.
Covering 1,680 m² and made up of more than 700,000 flowers, the Flower Carpet is once again the largest flower carpet in the world. All the flowers used to create it are grown in Belgium or near the Dutch border.
While you’re there, take the opportunity to admire Brussels Town Hall, one of the most iconic landmarks on the Grand-Place, instantly recognisable by its Gothic architecture.
Good news! Tootbus drops you just a short walk from the Grand-Place. Take the red route and get off at stop no. 2, Grand-Place / Manneken-Pis, to easily reach the Flower Carpet.
See the Flower Carpet before it arrives on the Grand-Place
Want to get a sneak peek at the Flower Carpet before it is installed on the Grand-Place? Mini-Europe has created a miniature version of the 2026 edition, reproduced at a scale of 1:25 on its very own Brussels Grand-Place.
This miniature reproduction offers a first look at the Hokusai-inspired design before the full-size Flower Carpet is unveiled on the Grand-Place from 13 to 16 August. The miniature version will remain on display at Mini-Europe for two years, until the next Flower Carpet design is revealed.
To make the most of your visit to Brussels, combine a sightseeing bus tour of Brussels with a ticket to Mini-Europe. Discover the capital’s iconic landmarks before stepping into a miniature Europe.
Planning your visit to Brussels this summer?
After getting a taste of art through this floral masterpiece, continue your artistic journey with our street art Tootwalk. These free, audio-guided walking tours are available through the Tootbus app on the App Store and Google Play.
To discover Brussels and its iconic landmarks, opt for a sightseeing bus tour of Brussels and explore the city along the route, from the Atomium to the Grand-Place, passing by the Palace of Justice, the Sablon district, the European Parliament, Cinquantenaire Park and many other must-see sights.
The Brussels Flower Carpet is an unmissable event. For four days, the Grand-Place is transformed into a spectacular work of art, making it the perfect opportunity to discover Brussels this summer!