Exhibitions, walks, creative workshops, theatre, wellbeing, national festivities: the CID and MACS are offering you a surprising summer at the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Grand-Hornu.
There's something for everyone, young and old alike.
Not sure what to do this summer? Follow the guide...
CREATIVE MENDING WORKSHOP (MACS)
7 July | 2 to 4pm | Adults/young people
Give a new lease of life to a woollen item in your wardrobe with this mending workshop led by contemporary artist Toufan Hosseiny.
Price: €10 Reservations required on 065/613902 or reservations@grand-hornu.be
FAMILY THURSDAYS
11, 18, 25 July and 1, 8, 22 August
11am at the CID | From age 5
(Re)inventing the human body by combining design and science?
After visiting the Superpower Design exhibition, glue and scissors will be our allies as we tinker with a new "super-eco-creative" being!
2pm at MACS | From age 6
Take the whole family on a guided tour of the exhibitions before joining a small workshop dedicated to working with wool, where you can bring unique creations to life.
[1h visit + 15 min workshop]
Included in the admission price. Reservations required on 065/613902 or reservations@grand-hornu.be
QI GONG AT THE GRAND-HORNU (CID)
14 July | 9.30am to 10.30am
Combine body and mind in this workshop to discover Qi Gong, traditional Chinese gymnastics, in the very heart of the Superpower Design exhibition.
Max. 10 people
Price: €15
More info and bookings here.
FILIP'S WALKS (CID)
17 July | 2pm (9km)
Discover the people's house at Pâturages.
Trace its history, from its inauguration in 1903 to the present day.
Price: €10
More info and bookings here.
BANK HOLIDAYS
21 July | From 4pm
Celebrate Belgium with us at the Grand-Hornu on our traditional 21 July.
On the programme: exhibitions, workshops, entertainment, concerts, shows, bouncy castles, DJs and fireworks.
More info to follow...
Bar and foodtrucks for a fee.
Free all day | No booking required
YOGA AT GRAND-HORNU (CID)
28 July | 10.30am to 11.30am
Enjoy a moment of relaxation in an exceptional setting, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, in the presence of Elise from the NEYSH studio for an hour of yoga.
Price: €15
More info and bookings here.
QI GONG AT GRAND-HORNU (CID)
4 August | 9.30am to 10.30am
Combine body and mind in this workshop to discover Qi Gong, traditional Chinese gymnastics, in the very heart of the Superpower Design exhibition.
Max. 10 people
Price: €15
More info and bookings here.
FILIP'S WALKS (CID)
7 August | 1pm (9km)
With the inveterate Filip, discover a little-known vineyard close to home: Clos de l'Alliance in Boussu-Bois.
Price: €10
More info and bookings here.
THEAMA THEATRE FESTIVAL
14 & 15 August
Non-stop theatre... or almost.
The THEAMA Festival (for 'amateur' theatre) is THE annual get-together for lovers of the stage.
For this 2024 edition, the ACTH (Association des Compagnies théâtrales du Hainaut) has chosen to welcome you to the Grand-Hornu for two days, in an extraordinary historical setting.
1 day: 8 €/pers | 2 days: 12 €/pers
Reservations required. More info to follow...
WOOL SPINNING" WORKSHOP (MACS)
18 August | 2 to 4pm | Adults/young people
Discover the art of transforming wool with Charlotte Fontaine from the Le Goupil File workshop.
A unique experience, where a passion for wool meets a commitment to ethical and sustainable craftsmanship.
Price: €10
Bookings requested on 065/613902 or reservations@grand-hornu.be
YOGA AT GRAND-HORNU (CID)
25 August | 10.30am to 11.30am
Enjoy a moment of relaxation in an exceptional setting, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, in the presence of Elise from the NEYSH studio for an hour of yoga.
Price: €15
More info and bookings here.
Have a great summer in Grand-Hornu!