# Local literary and art events in Belgium

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/local-literary-and-art-events-in-belgium
> Updated: 2026-10-26T13:10:39.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Various community-focused literary and artistic events are being organized across different Belgian municipalities.

In Meerbeke, Davidsfonds Meerbeke is hosting its 56th annual Book Fair and Art Exhibition at Trefpunt De Linde. The event features local artists specializing in disciplines such as ceramics, jewelry, and sculpture, alongside book presentations by authors including Luc Barbé, Koenraad De Smet, and Greta Van Cauter. The fair also includes writing and drawing competitions for primary school students from Ninove and Meerbeke.

In Oosterzele, author Sien Lievens and illustrator Nele Van Winghem presented ‘Feeërieke Flora’, a collection of folklore and legends regarding wild plants. Meanwhile, Torhout is hosting activities centered on the children’s character Wilma Wonder, including library reading sessions and a winter scavenger hunt.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-26: Local literary events held in Oosterzele and Torhout

Literary events are being held in Belgium, including a book presentation for ‘Feeërieke Flora’ in Oosterzele and Wilma Wonder-themed activities for children in Torhout.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/local-literary-events-held-in-oosterzele-and-torhout

### 2026-10-25: Meerbeke to host 56th Book Fair and Art Exhibition

The 56th annual Book Fair and Art Exhibition in Meerbeke, Belgium, will run from November 20–22, 2026, featuring local artists, authors, and youth writing and drawing competitions.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/meerbeke-to-host-56th-book-fair-and-art-exhibition

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