Practical info

Free event

All activities and performances of Het Groot Verlof are free. You don’t need a ticket or reservation.

Info

Information point

At the Het Groot Verlof info point, we are happy to answer your questions.
  • When: During the events:
    • Beleuvenissen (Friday 10, 17, 24 and 31 July and 7 August 2026)
    • Leuven Zingt (Saturday 25 July 2026)
    • Hapje-Tapje (Sunday 2 August 2026)
  • Where: On the Grote Markt, near Tafelrond

Info line

  • When: During the events:
    • Beleuvenissen (Friday 10, 17, 24 and 31 July and 7 August 2026) from 17:00 to 00:00
    • Leuven Zingt (Saturday 25 July 2026) from 17:00 to 00:00
    • Hapje-Tapje (Sunday 2 August 2026) from 12:00 to 20:00
  • Call us: You can reach us at:

Stad Leuven - events

Stadskantoor
Professor Van Overstraetenplein 1
3000 Leuven
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Reusable cups

We use reusable cups during Het Groot Verlof.

How does it work?

  1. You pay a €1 deposit for your first cup.
  2. When you buy a drink, you exchange your used cup for a clean one.
  3. At the end of the evening (or at the end of the festival), you return the cup and get €1 back at the outdoor bars.

Free drinking water

During Beleuvenissen (Friday 10, 17, 24 and 31 July and 7 August 2026), you can get free tap water at the Waterbar on the Grote Markt.

Ear plugs en earmuffs

Earplugs

  • When: Beleuvenissen, Leuven Zingt and Hapje-Tapje
  • Where: At the Red Cross post or at the drink stands
  • Price: Free

Earmuffs

  • For whom: Children up to 10 years
  • When: Beleuvenissen, Leuven Zingt and Hapje-Tapje
  • Where: Pick up and return at the Het Groot Verlof stand in the Naamsestraat
  • Price: Free, €30 deposit required

In cooperation with Christelijke Mutualiteit (CM)

Medical help

When and where

  • Beleuvenissen (Friday 10, 17, 24 and 31 July and 7 August 2026) and Hapje-Tapje (Sunday 2 August 2026): in the niche of St Peter’s Church, at the Diestsestraat
  • Leuven Zingt (Sunday 25 July 2026): on the Grote Markt

Need urgent help?
Call the Red Cross during the events: 0477 96 19 38.

Unwanted behaviour

Do you feel unsafe or uncomfortable? Talk to a member of the care team. You can recognise them by their pink high-visibility vest.
  • When: Beleuvenissen (Friday 10, 17, 24 and 31 July and 7 August 2026)
  • Where: Vismarkt

Staying over in Leuven

Stay after your concert or film and relax. Hotels and B&Bs in Leuven offer attractive summer rates.

Book your weekend getaway

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