Upcoming events
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For the restoration of the building
Subscription for the restoration of the church
13/05/2024 - 31/12/2026
Saint Martin
59285 Arnèke
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By reservation*, group visits (minimum 5 people and maximum 18 people).Individuals, couples and smaller groups may also submit a reservation request. A time slot will be allocated if it is possible to form a group. Open Mondays from 2pm to 6.30pm, and Tuesday to Sunday from 10.30am to 6.30pm.*Reservations must be made at least one week in advance (cathedrale@lille.catholique.fr)
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Discover the immersive experience “Éternelle Notre-Dame”, on display for a year beneath Lille Cathedral. A unique opportunity to extend the history of the famous Parisian cathedral by linking it to the great tradition of Gothic cathedrals that inspired its construction.Conceived in the wake of the terrible fire at Notre-Dame de Paris, this experience was devised by the Chairman of Orange and developed in collaboration with Amaclio Productions. For the past three years, it has enabled visitors to explore the cathedral... -
As part of our church’s millennium celebrations, which we are marking over a five-year period, we are dedicating 2026 to a restoration project for our oldest patron saint statue.
To fund this project, we are appealing for donations via a crowdfunding campaign run by the Qualité Villages Wallonie association.
For full details, please click on the link below the description of the church: "Ensemble sauvegardons la statue de sainte Gertrude"Restoration of the statue of Saint Gertrude
Crowdfunding
02/06/2026 - 31/12/2026
Saint Gertrude
7090 Hennuyères (Braine-le-Comte)
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Last autumn, photographer Georges Pacheco explored the Pays de Montmédy, eager to discover the region and meet those who live, work and embody rural life there. From this closeness to others, he has produced images that often evoke universal themes, capturing both the harshness and the beauty of the rural world. He has woven these images together to create a poetic visual narrative exploring ‘life here’ and rural life.This event is presented as part of the 2026 Cultures & Heritage... -
The exhibition “The Bestiary in Churches” – hosted by Joinville Church – is accompanied by a activity booklet suitable for all ages.Aim: to find the bestiary hidden in the churches of Blécourt and Joinville using the pictures in the booklet*Official launch of the activity: Heritage Days weekendIt’s over to you!*booklet available in the churches of Blécourt and JoinvilleTranslated with www.DeepL.com/Translator (free version)In search of the bestiary: in which church is it hidden?
Workshop
18/09/2026 - 01/11/2026
Our Lady of Blécourt
52300 Blécourt
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Following a successful inaugural exhibition focusing on flora, it’s time for another fascinating journey: immerse yourself in the world of the bestiary with the exhibition *The Bestiary in Churches*!Keep your eyes peeled: churches are teeming with animals of all kinds, featured in sacred texts such as Genesis, the Book of Revelation and the Golden Legend. They’re hiding everywhere… laden with symbols and mysteries to be unravelled.This travelling exhibition will spend a year exploring the churches of Haute-Marne. A wonderful opportunity...Exhibition
18/09/2026 - 01/11/2026
Our Lady of the Nativity
52300 Joinville
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Exhibition – The Arras Cathedral Treasury
Heritage Days
18/09/2026 - 01/11/2026
Our Lady
62390 Buire-au-Bois
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Brother André Bouton: monk and artist at Wisques Abbey
Exhibition
09/10/2026 - 02/11/2026
Saint Fermin
80550 Le Crotoy
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‘Deep Roots in Turnhout’ is a project where art, heritage, nature, wonder and movement come together. The project is inspired by the paintings of Turnhout-based artist Nele Van der Linden.
The exhibition is linked to a walk through the town past remarkable trees, as well as to all sorts of creative activities.
The project runs from 16 October to 15 November 2026.
The paintings can be viewed at two venues.
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Concert
16/10/2026
Saint Martin
59380 Bergues
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The day’s programme:- 9.30 am, welcome at Maison Nicodème (Rue Diderot, Lens)- 10 am, walk to the Louvre-Lens gardens- 11.00 am, exploring the stained-glass windows of Saint-Théodore Church- 12.00 pm, packed lunch- 2.00 pm, walk to the University gardens and Saint-Léger Church- 4.00 pm, return to Maison NicodèmeEco-spiritual walk
17/10/2026
Saint Leodegar
62300 Lens
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The vocal ensemble Cantat was formed in the autumn of 2006. Six singing enthusiasts were approached to perform at a concert in Sint-Lambrechts-Woluwe, organised by the Davidsfonds.
Under its former name, Turnhout’s ‘Vooicaal Ensembelken’, the small choir gave performances of religious and secular music for many occasions: church services, providing musical entertainment at receptions and anniversaries, charity concerts, etc.
Highlights included the concert at De Renesse Castle in Oostmalle in aid of Muco, the All Saints’ Day celebrations at St... -
Following several major commemorations in 1989, 1995, 2001 and 2012, we continue to remember each year this significant battle for Turnhout and for Belgium, at the beautiful site in the heart of Turnhout where it took place.We are pleased to involve a variety of cultural partners in this event, including our carillonneur, the Turnhout Patriots, the Municipal Music Academy, dance group Zonne, the Turnhout Giants, the Pizzicanto choir, the music ensemble De Turnhoutse Snaar, and, where appropriate, a guest speaker.
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Concert
11/11/2026
16/12/2026Our Lady of the Assumption
59310 Orchies
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Sardinian singing is one of the most iconic forms of polyphonic music in the Mediterranean region. The vocal ensemble Cuncordu e Tenore from Orosei occupies a prominent place in the world of traditional Sardinian music thanks to the intensity of its performances and the uniqueness of its repertoire.As faithful guardians of a musical heritage passed down by their ancestors, their repertoire comprises two distinct vocal forms: songs celebrating the Passion of Christ, known as ‘a cuncordu’, and ancestral pastoral songs,... -
Holiday Mass
12/12/2026 - 13/12/2026
Our Lady
55600 Avioth
