With Spring just around the corner and festival season starting to exit hibernation, here’s our must-attend picks for March!
Viagra Boys – Forest National – 3rd of March
Our favourite Swedish troublemakers are not done with Belgium yet. After a sold-out show at Ancienne Belgique in April 2026 for their latest album Viagra Boys, Viagra Boys are coming back to Brussels and this time at Forest National alongside Getdown Services on Tuesday 3 March. Expect chaos, sweat and pure post-punk energy as they set the capital on fire once again.
Victoria’s Pick
Zwangere Guy – Forest National – 4th of March
“QUE ?! QUOI ?! WATTTE ?!” With that caption Gorik van Oudheusden, better known as Zwangere Guy, announced that his show at Forest National on March 4, 2026 is all sold out! After his sold out biggest show ever at the ING Arena, this show promises to be even more legendary. So if you missed out on getting a ticket, you better head over to Ticketswap to try and grab one.
Bart’s Pick
Heaven Shall Burn – Ancienne Belgique – 5th of March
Nine months following the release of their new album Heimat, out in June 2025, Heaven Shall Burn will be stopping by Ancienne Belgique on the 5th March 2026 as the band celebrates 30 years in the business!
To round out the lineup, The Black Dahlia Murder, The Halo Effect and Frozen Soul will also be performing, which is sure to please death metal fans!
Jessica’s Pick
Fit For a King – Trix – 16th of March
Because their first European headline show was a great success, it came as no surprise when Fit For A King announced they were ready to embark for a new headline run!
The Lonely God EU/UK tour comes with multiple surprises. This will be your first chance to catch 156/silence on stage and witness the long awaited return of Memphis May Fire. To top it off you get another chance for an emotional rollercoaster with British metalcore band Acres.
Jordi’s Pick
La Dispute – Trix – 12th of March
An iconic figure in post hardcore, La Dispute has built a reputation for its intensely emotional live shows and deeply expressive delivery. Fueled by its new self-produced album No One Was Driving the Car, the band explores themes of chaos and loss of control through powerful, narrative-driven compositions. And chaos is exactly what is likely to happen at Trix on 12 March!
Mike’s Pick
Danny Brown – Botanique – 13th of March
Detroit-born rapper Danny Brown, known for his eccentric voice, unpredictable style and boundary-pushing approach to hip-hop, has built a reputation as one of the most exciting and experimental artists in modern music. In late 2025 Brown released Stardust, his sixth studio album, which blends experimental hip-hop, EDM and hyperpop influences and features collaborations with artists like Jane Remover, Underscores and Frost Children. it has helped fuel his most expansive tour in years including a stop at Le Botanique!
Bart’s Pick
Carpenter Brut – Ancienne Belgique – 13th of March
Carpenter Brut is back on the road, bringing his signature blend of glam metal, leather, neon, and horror-inspired synthwave to stages across his home continent!
The cult-favourite French producer is promising to turn Ancienne Belgique into a weird mix between a moshpit and a gothic nightclub thanks to his LED-heavy shows and a full metal band accompanying him on stage. Danger & ULTRA SUNN will open the night!
Stefan’s Pick
Gaerea – Botanique – 20th of March
If you’re a fan of black metal, there’s one date in March you won’t want to miss! On March 20 at Botanique, Gaerea, the masked metal phenomenon, will present their brand new album “Loss” during a concert event, where the band will play the album in its entirety. Only the cities of Brussels and Amsterdam will have the chance to host this “tour.” Don’t miss this concert!
Julien’s Pick
Eyes – Magasin 4 – 21st of March
Danish hardcore band Eyes will rock Magasin 4 in Brussels with their 2025 album “Spinner“. Led by Victor Kaas, singer of LLNN and EYES, the album “Spinner” features rich storytelling inspired by manga author Asano Inio. They will be accompanied by French band Split, who will present their debut album “Violence Breeds Violence“, as well as Belgian band Rotzak, who are sure to get us moshing with their relentless hardcore. We look forward to seeing everyone at Magasin 4! There are still tickets available, so will you be joining us?
Amélie’s Pick
Kreator – Ancienne Belgique – 25th of March
Get ready, metalheads. Brussels is about to witness total devastation. On 25 March, German thrash titans Kreator bring their crushing 2026 Krushers Of The World Tour to town. With Carcass, Exodus and Nails completing this monstrous line up, expect relentless riffs, unstoppable energy and pits that will shake the venue to its foundations. You might want to warn your boss in advance that you may not make it to work the next day.
Mike’s Pick
Bodysnatcher – Trix Club – 29th of March
What’s up, bitch? Fuck you!
Bodysnatcher have been on an absolutely monumental run, touring with Lorna Shore, Whitechapel, Fit For an Autopsy and so many more, but their signature beatdown sound is better enjoyed on a headline tour across small clubs. Catch them tear down Trix Club to pieces this month together with Ingested, PSYCHO-FRAME and Big Ass Truck.
See y’all in the pit for their last show of this tour!
Stefan’s Pick
Poppy – Ancienne Belgique – 25th of March
With March just around the corner, the EU: Constantly Nowhere Tour is about to kick off. On 30 March, Poppy will return to Ancienne Belgique as headliner to celebrate the release of her new album Empty Hands released on 23 January 2026 via Sumerian Records.
To complete her line-up, Poppy will be joined by Australian nu-metal band Ocean Grove as well as hardcore band Fox Lake. In other words, it promises to be an evening full of energy!
Jessica’s Pick