Mice Insights

By Viviane Vaz

MICE INSIGHTS (6 February 2026)

Europe’s cultural calendar is officially shaking off winter hibernation. This February brings an irresistible mix of art fairs, major wine trade events, and red-carpet cinema, stretching from Brussels to Berlin. Whether you’re seeking out affordable contemporary art, swirling glasses with global winemakers, or catching premieres at one of cinema’s biggest festivals, these are the events setting the tone for the month ahead:

🇧🇪 Brussels

🗓 4 – 8 Feb 2026 Affordable Art Fair Brussels 📍 Tour & Taxis, Brussels
Brussels opens its February events season with the 17th edition of the Affordable Art Fair, where over 85 Belgian and international galleries exhibit thousands of contemporary artworks — from paintings and sculptures to prints and ceramics — accessible to collectors and casual visitors alike.

🗓 12 – 15 Feb 2026 Bright Brussels Festival 📍 Across the city
When night falls, Brussels glows. Streets, squares, and landmarks transform with large-scale light installations, immersive artworks, and interactive night walks—turning the city into an open-air gallery after dark. ✨

🇫🇷 Paris

🗓 9 – 11 Feb 2026 Wine Paris & Vinexpo 📍 Paris Expo Porte de Versailles
Paris remains a global wine hub with this leading international wine and spirits trade show. Over three days, producers, distributors, sommeliers, and enthusiasts gather to explore tastings, seminars, masterclasses, and business networking. This year’s edition draws professionals from dozens of countries to sample and discuss trends across wine, spirits, and no-alcohol beverages.

🇳🇱 Amsterdam

🗓 12 – 15 Feb 2026 Art on Paper Amsterdam 📍 De Kromhouthal
Amsterdam’s contemporary art scene shines with this fair dedicated to artworks created on or with paper —including prints, drawings, mixed media pieces, and experimental works from both emerging and established artists.

🇩🇪 Berlin

🗓 12 – 22 Feb 2026 Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale) 📍 Berlin
Cinema takes center stage in Berlin with the 76th Berlinale, one of the world’s most prestigious film festivals. With films from across the globe, red-carpet premieres, industry panels, and multiple competitive sections, the festival is a cultural highlight early in the year. Opening with the drama “No Good Men” and featuring diverse international cinema through its ten-day run, the Berlinale underscores Berlin’s reputation as a global cultural capital. 🎬⭐