Inflight Magazine of Brussels Airlines

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From vintage at Goodwood to stunt-flying in Budapest, August starts here

Text Stephanie Tanizar Images Andreas von Einsiedel and Sam Erickson

13-15

London
Vintage at Goodwood Festival

A fusion of music, fashion and design, and an unabashed celebration of great British creativity this festival will feature runway shows, a specially created vintage high street, plus performances by Sandie Shaw and the Noisettes. It will be a suitably stylish backdrop for the launch of Lily Allen’s collection ‘Lucy In Disguise’. Goodwood is 60 miles from London, and if you catch the train from London Victoria to Chichester a vintage bus will whisk you straight to the festival. www.vintagegoodwood.com

Until 29

Brussels
Isabelle de Borchgrave

Isabelle de Borchgrave’s paper exhibitions have been travelling the world for nearly 20 years, and now they’re back in her home city. Her magical works transform simple sheets of paper into intricate costumes, assembled, folded, sewn and painted to tell stories of figures from the past. www.imedici.net

 

12-15

Copenhagen
International Fashion Fa

Europe’s largest fashion event returns in style, showcasing the latest and greatest trends from both local and international fashion houses at Copenhagen’s Bella Centre. The fantastic shows and professional presentation will draw chic spectators from around the globe. www.ciff.dk

16-21

Oslo
Oslo Jazz Festival

Oslo welcomes jazz to its streets this August with over 70 concerts showcasing as many facets of the genre as possible. The festival has a reputation for warmth and professionalism, and will open with Toots Thielemans and Ornette Coleman gigs at the Norwegian National Opera and Ballet. www.oslojazz.no

 

17-20

Hamburg
Bambi Kino

On 17 August 1960 four teenagers from Liverpool played a gig in Hamburg. They were The Beatles and 50 years on all-star band Bambi are recreating the sound & style of that music moment. Taking place at the Indra club, site of the original gig, Bambi will perform the same playlist as 1960. www.bambi-kino.com

19-20

Budapest
Red Bull Air Race

Pitting the world’s best race pilots against each other in a high-speed, low-altitude (at a height of just 20 metres) competition, this leg of the stunt-flying contest sends racers through inflatable ‘air gates’ at speeds of up to 400 km/h above the hills of Budapest. www.redbullairrace.com

 

19-21

Birmingham
The Festival of Quilts

The largest and most inspiring quilting event in Europe, brings its passion for all things quilted to Birmingham. On display will be work from Iraqi, Australian and Russian quilters as well as stalls, workshops and classes for beginners and advanced quilters. www.twistedthread.com

21-29

Bilbao
Aste Nagusia

Celebrating Bilbao’s Basque heritage, Aste Nagusia sees over 10,000 people participating in nine days of festivities. Musical performances take place in squares and churches throughout the city, as well as at the amphitheatre behind the town hall. Don’t miss the nightly fireworks displays. www.astenagusia.com

 

25-29

Moscow
International Motor Show

The largest and most prestigious event of its kind in Eastern Europe, the Moscow International Motor Show opens in the Crocus Expo on 25 August. With the backdrop of Moscow’s majestic landmarks and architecture, the city will welcome both motor enthusiasts and casual spectators. www.mims.ru

28

Berlin
The Long Night Of Museums

Celebrating Bilbao’s Basque heritage, Aste Nagusia sees over 10,000 people participating in nine days of festivities. Musical performances take place in squares and churches throughout the city, as well as at the amphitheatre behind the town hall. Don’t miss the nightly fireworks displays. www.astenagusia.com

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