Let’s Celebrate! Lesbian* Visibility Week

Excited for the Lesbian* Visibility Day? Get ready for the Lesbian* Visibility Week! Several lesbian collectives and projects have banded together to offer a festive cocktail of events in light of the Lesbian* Visibility Week 2024 to the community. KET Magazine talked to Mathilde They, volunteer at Go to Gynéco!, about the event.

A Festival for the Community

“This is exciting because it shows that together we are so much stronger and can create events for everyone. Throughout the week, there are activities for families, the general public, those with awareness, introverts, extroverts, and more. There will be exhibitions, performances, yoga, stand-up comedy, and even a singing performance by the queer choir, Sing Out.”

“One standout event is the Zine presentation ‘Dykeup’, part of the Visibility series at Grands Carmes, featuring an exhibition and more. There’s also a stand-up comedy and auction night by Atout Comedy Club, creating a diverse array of experiences.”

“Most events are free, a deliberate choice to make them accessible to all. This inclusivity extends to the audience, with events suitable for various preferences, including alcohol-free options.”

“The collaboration among organizations ensures a comprehensive schedule with minimal overlap, providing ample opportunities for everyone to participate. The aim is to create an atmosphere of camaraderie and support, whether as a volunteer or attendee.”

“While volunteers are always welcome, it’s not an urgent call as there’s already significant support. However, those interested in lending a hand are encouraged to join, contributing to the festival’s vibrant atmosphere.”

“Overall, the festival promises to be a celebration of diversity and community. It will be an inclusive environment where everyone will hopefully feel valued and appreciated.”

Find the program of the week here below or on the event’s Facebook page!

The Program

Tuesday, April 23rd

• 4:00 PM: Lesbian writing workshop with Modesta, make a reservation by email : modesta.bruxelles@outlook.com ; 📍Crazy Circle – free entry

• 6:00 PM: Cocktails/mocktails evening, chess & board games with A l’aise bien ; 📍Crazy Circle – free entry

Wednesday, April 24th

• 6:00 PM: L-tour: Lesbian and rainbow tours to promote the history (herstory and history) of Brussels’ LGBTQI+ communities ; 📍Departure and arrival at Crazy Circle; registration required: info@l-tour.be

• 7:00 PM: Kicker tournament ; 📍Crazy Circle – free entry

Thursday, April 25th

• 6:00 PM: Karaoqueer ;📍Crazy Circle – free entry

Friday, April 26th

• 5:30 PM – 10:30 PM: Photo and illustration exhibition, photo studio, screening and debate of Serena Vittorini’s short film + concert by Clemix ;📍 L’Abeille Blanche (Molenbeek) – free entry

• 6:00 PM: Sing Out Brussels! Pop-up choir performance – join the fabulous queer choir (and bring along a pride flag) as we take up space in central Brussels and sing for lesbian* visibility! ;📍La Bourse – public

• 6:00 PM: L-tour: Lesbian and rainbow tours to promote the history (herstory and history) of Brussels’ LGBTQI+ communities ;📍Departure and arrival at Grands Carmes; registration required: info@l-tour.be

• 8:00 PM: Care Must Go On by Go To Gyneco! – Stand-up and drag night to highlight artists from lesbian, bisexual, pansexual & co. communities ;📍Grands Carmes; free with registration required

• 7PM-02AM: BUM & BOUM: Party and anarchist str•p club night in the alternative economy. A space to dance, desire, exchange: by and for adult individuals s•xually oriented* ;📍Recyclart – entry fee applies

• 10:30 PM – 2:00 AM: A l’aise, bien: evening with DJ set ;📍Grands Carmes – free entry

• 6:00 PM – 3:00 AM: Evening with DJ set (program to be announced) ;📍Crazy Circle – free entry

Saturday, April 27th

• 3:00 PM: L-tour: Lesbian and rainbow tours to promote the history (herstory and history) of Brussels’ LGBTQI+ communities. Guided tour in French ;📍Departure and arrival at Grands Carmes; registration: lesbichesdeliege@gmail.com

• 4:00 PM: Fluxion3000: YOGA / BOXING for all levels! ;📍120 boulevard Maurice lemonnier, 1000 Brussels (Support price booking: https://fluxion3000.com/visibilite-lesbienne) 

• 6:00 PM: Zine presentation “Dyke up” + Opening of the photo exhibition “Mémoires Vivantes” by Lesbiches X Amicalement Gouine + Writing workshop with Scan-R + Drink & DJ sets (DJ Rachel & DJ Joliiah) + Raffle (bring some cash) ;📍Grands Carmes – free entry (https://fb.me/e/4dS31kqx5) 

• 6:00 PM: Stand-up night and auction with the Atout Comedy Club ;📍Crazy Circle – free entry and hat pass

Sunday, April 28th

• 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Family Sunday with Ayop ;📍Grands Carmes – https://www.facebook.com/events/943381327481496 

• 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM: L-tour: Lesbian and rainbow tours to promote the history (herstory and history) of Brussels’ LGBTQI+ communities. Also adapted for children (NL – ENG – FR) – ;📍Grands Carmes; registration required: info@l-tour.be

For more information, follow the event on Facebook.

*The term lesbian is used here as a general term that includes all individuals identifying as women, lesbians, bisexuals, and queer (cis and trans), as well as non-binary and intersex individuals who feel connected to lesbian identity and activism. (definition inspired by EL*C).