Inflight Magazine of Brussels Airlines

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Seize the day and check out one of the fabulous events taking place on the Brussels Airlines network this month

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Until 9 January 2011

Anselm Kiefer Exhibition
COPENHAGEN

The Louisiana Museum of Modern Art hosts the first major presentation of Kiefer’s iconic work in Scandinavia. The post-war artist is famed for his use of textures and perspective, as well as depicting controversial issues. The exhibition includes several new pieces. www.louisiana.dk

3-6 November

BerMuDa: Berlin Music Days
BERLIN

Following last year’s successful launch, the capital of electronic music hosts its second techno-festival. By night, enjoy music from more than 100 DJs and live acts at the city’s best clubs; by day, visit exhibitions showcasing Berlin’s love of the genre, encompassing the fashion and art that is part of the electronic music scene. www.berlinmusicdays.com

6 November

Battersea Park Fireworks Display
LONDON

Remember, remember the fifth of November… and then enjoy one of London’s most dazzling firework displays on the 6 November, marking the failure of the Gunpowder Plot of 1605, when Guy Fawkes led an ill-fated scheme to destroy the Houses of Parliament. www.wandsworth.gov.uk

25-28 November

Budapest Art Fair
BUDAPEST

Art collectors and enthusiasts descend on Budapest this month for the annual Art Fair. From classical to contemporary works, there’s something for every artistic taste. www.budapestartfair.hu

26-28 November

International Horse Show
STOCKHOLM

Held at the Ericsson Globe Arena, expect a range of equestrian performances, from world-class show-jumping and dressage competitions to novelty entertainment – including miniature Shetland ponies. www.stockholmhorseshow.com

All month

Eyes On: Vienna Month of Photography
VIENNA

Vienna joins other international cities to celebrate the European Month of Photography. More than 200 exhibitions will take place at over 100 venues across the city, with highlights including work by Hungarian war reporter Robert Capa. www.eyes-on.at/cms

Until January 2011

Gilbert & George Jack Freak Pictures
BRUSSELS

Art duo Gilbert & George play with the concept of patriotism in this major series of work on display at BOZAR. The Union Jack is often at the centre of this exploration of systems of belief so expect a riot of red, white and blue. Time has not mellowed this artistic double act – after forty years working together they are as irreverent and endlessly imaginative as ever. www.bozar.be

26-27 November

International Festival of Boogie Woogie
BRUSSELS

For those not familiar with the genre, boogie woogie is a form of piano-based blues that’s usually accompanied by dancing. The festival will feature jam sessions with multiple pianists, which organiser Renaud Patigny says will continue in the bar of the Théâtre St Michel into the small hours. www.88boogie.com

2-7 November

World Music Festival
OSLO

As befits a world music festival, artists from Kinshasa, Buenos Aires and Casablanca will be appearing in Oslo this month. Gotan Project, K’naan, Speech Debelle, Nuru Kane and Adjagas are amongst the headliners. www.rikskonsertene.no/osloworldmusicfestival

18-20 November

Russian Wine Festival
MOSCOW

Moscow becomes the centre of the world’s wine scene this month. Exclusive collections of fine vintages will be presented from a host of locations, including the flagship of Russia’s wine industry – the Krasnodar region. Attend masterclasses, increase your knowledge and, of course, spend your day sampling the produce. www.wine-fest.ru

COMING UP

3-5 December Nice – European Petanque Competition (www.europetanque-dazur.com) 17 December Manchester – The Pogues (www.pogues.com) 19 December Geneva – Coupe Noël, Christmas cup swimming competition 1 January 2011 Lisbon – Swan Lake Russian Ballet (www.coliseulisboa.com)

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