2014-2018 Centenary Events in Belgium

During the year there are numerous regular events held in Belgium to commemorate battle actions and anniversaries on the WW1 battlefields of the Western Front. In addition to the regular events there will be events specifically arranged to mark the centenary of the First World War.

Centenary Websites

Commemoration of the First World War in Belgium

Website: www.be14-18.be

Commemoration of the First World War in the Province of West Flanders

For information on events in West Flanders to commemorate the centenary, with other information about places to visit, accommodation you can visit this website:

Website: www.greatwarcentenary.be

Commemoration of the First World War in the Province of Antwerp

Website: www.antwerpen1914-1918.be

Commemoration of the First World War in the Province of Limburg (Dutch)

Website: www.limburg1914-1918.be

Commemoration of the First World War in the Wallonia-Brussels Federation (FR)

Website: www.commemorer14-18.be

Events in the Ypres Salient

Last Post Association buglers at the Menin Gate Memorial, Ypres

There are many commemorative and cultural events taking place in the Ypres Salient throughout the year. The daily bugle calls at the Last Post Ceremony at the Menin Gate Memorial in Ypres are an Act of Remembrance most visitors to Ypres will want to experience. See our page for What's On information in the Ypres Salient:

Ypres Salient Events