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Family Day: In the Time of the Battle of Gembloux

On Saturday 31 January 2026, the Royal Military Museum invites you to a fun and immersive Family Day dedicated to the Battle of Gembloux (1578)!

Family Day: In the Time of the Battle of Gembloux

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🎉 Family Day

In the Time of the Battle of Gembloux (1578)

On Saturday 31 January 2026, the Military Museum welcomes families for a fun and interactive Family Day centred on the Battle of Gembloux (1578). Young and old alike are invited to discover history in a different way, in a friendly and engaging atmosphere, alongside enthusiasts of Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA) and our colleagues from the Coudenberg Palace.

 

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Programme:

heraldry workshop for children, spectacular demonstrations and introductory sessions in HEMA, informational stands featuring authentic 16th-century weapons, and guided tours of the Arms and Armour Gallery linked to the Battle of Gembloux.

📅 Saturday 31 January 2026, from 1.00 pm to 5.00 pm

📍 Royal Military Museum, Parc du Cinquantenaire 3, 1000 Brussels

🎟️ Activity included in the museum admission ticket – enjoy!