Binche Carnival
Experience this unique party by train
Come to Binche Carnival, from 15 to 17 February 2026
Experience this "festive ritual" which has been recognised by UNESCO as a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity.During the carnival period, the town of Binche is transformed into a vast stage celebrating the traditions of carnival. Shrove Tuesday, the Day of the Gilles, is the culmination of the three-day festivities. These traditional costumed figures, dressed for the occasion in masks, little bells, clogs and their famous ostrich-feather headdresses, lead the crowd as they dance to the sound of the drums.
More info: www.carnavaldebinche.be
Travel by train? Bright idea!
- By taking the train to Binche, you opt for a sustainable way of getting straight to the heart of the festivities without the hassle of driving and without having to look for a parking space!
- On Sunday, you receive a 30% discount. As a Train+ holder, you get an additional 40% discount on top of the 30% weekend discount.
- An extra train will run from Binche to Brussels on Tuesday night to help you get back home more conveniently.
Tuesday 17 February 2026
| Arrival | Departure | |
| Binche | 22:34 | |
| Leval | 22:38 | 22:40 |
| La Louvière-Sud | 22:45 | 22:47 |
| La Louvière-Centre | 22:51 | 22:53 |
| Écaussines | 23:05 | 23:07 |
| Braine-le-Comte | 23:12 | 23:14 |
| Tubize | 23:20 | 23:22 |
| Halle | 23:26 | 23:28 |
| Bruxelles-Midi / Brussel-Zuid | 23:38 |
