# Local community events in Belgium

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/local-community-events-in-belgium
> Updated: 2026-09-06T06:51:04.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Various community initiatives and events are scheduled across different Belgian municipalities for September 2026.

In Damme, the ‘Sport Mee!’ program is launching a free trial week starting September 11, offering twelve different sports activities such as yoga and swimming. Following this trial, participants can access a sports card for the remainder of the season.

In Merchtem, the municipality canceled its ‘Welcome Day for New Residents’ due to low registration numbers, with only 42 of 532 invitees signing up. Mayor Maarten Mast expressed regret regarding the cancellation and the associated costs.

Other regional activities include a ‘Milk Run’ event in Bavegem on September 13, featuring obstacle courses and themed contests, and a ‘Sustainable Municipality Week’ in Kaprijke from September 18 to 25, which focuses on garden consultancy, biodiversity, and sustainable building.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-06: Community events scheduled for Bavegem and Kaprijke in September 2026

Community events in Belgium for September 2026 include the Milk Run sports event in Bavegem and the Sustainable Municipality Week in Kaprijke, featuring gardening advice and sustainability workshops.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/community-events-scheduled-for-bavegem-and-kaprijke-in-september-2026

### 2026-09-03: Local community updates in Damme and Merchtem

Damme is launching a free week of sports activities through Sport Mee!, while Merchtem has canceled its annual welcome day for new residents due to low registration numbers.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/local-community-updates-in-damme-and-merchtem

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Cite as: Local community events in Belgium. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/local-community-events-in-belgium