Festival info
Crossing Border is the leading international literature and music festival in the Netherlands, taking place from 5–9 November 2025. In recent years, it has also established itself as a fixture in Antwerp’s cultural calendar.
On Sunday, 9 November, a wide selection of the festival’s top writers and music acts will travel from The Hague to Belgium for the 4th edition of Crossing Border Antwerpen.
In mostly exclusive performances, renowned international authors will speak about their recent work, promising new voices will introduce themselves to the audience, and exciting alternative pop artists will perform live. Special attention will also be given to local talent.
The festival takes place across multiple stages at Arenberg, in the heart of Antwerp.
Crossing Border Antwerpen is presented in collaboration with Arenberg and Antwerpen Boeken & Letterenstad, and is part of Antwerp’s November Book Month.

FESTIVAL
The festival takes place on Sunday 9 November 2025.
The festival runs from 16:00 to 23:30.
Doors open at 15:30.
Across several stages at Arenberg
Arenbergstraat 28, 2000 Antwerp
The main language is English.
Sessions with Dutch-speaking authors will be in Dutch.
If an international guest does not speak English, an interpreter will be provided.
TICKETS
- First release: €20
- Second release: €24
- Regular: €28