The Belgian community, both Flemish and French speaking, is holding its National Day celebrations on 18 and 19 July at the Belgian Beer Cafe Bluestone and Belgian Beer Cafe Eureka. There will be various activities for young and old, including families and corporations with ties to Belgium.

At midday on Saturday 18 July we kick off with a family day at Ormond Hall, which adjoins Belgian Beer Cafe Bluestone, 557 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne.

After playing some games for the young and young-at-heart (e.g.. petanque, sjoelen...) there will be a film screening and a Boombal initiation for those who like to join the latest in contemporary folk(rock) dance.. The event will also have a culture market and of course there will be plenty of Belgian food and drink to please all.

On Sunday 19 July at 12pm we continue with the Belgian Beer Experience at Belgian Beer Cafe Eureka, 5 Riverside Quay, Southbank. This is the perfect opportunity to get acquainted with a variety of Belgian beers, beer foods and culture.

All are welcome to join us in our celebrations, enjoy the beer, chocolates, frietjes/frites, and waffles. Come and experience the Belgian traditions.

Sat 18 July: Family Day at the Belgian Beer Cafe Bluestone Venue, 557 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne

12.00 We start with a game of petanque and sjoelbak. Also, have a look around our culture market.
14.00 Official welcome Belgium, the movie
16.00 Enjoy the adventures of Tintin
16.30 Raffle/Auction
17.00 Stretch your legs, feel the rhythm and join in for our Boombal initiation

Belgian food and drinks available on site.

Entry: Free

Sun 19 July: Belgian Beer Experience at the Belgian Beer Cafe Eureka

Come along and learn the craft of pouring and tasting Belgian Beers. You will have the choice to taste 10 different beers selected from a choice of over 80 types!

Session 1- 12noon to 3pm, Session 2- 4pm to 7pm

Bookings: Call (03) 9690 5777 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it and quote 'Belgian Club of Victoria' to get a 10% discount. Normal cost: $40

 Hope to see you there!