Get ready for another unforgettable night at Hackerspace Brussels!

Join us on January 31, 2026, for our unofficial FOSDEM afterparty.
We're extending an open invitation to members of hackerspaces and FLOS communities & Events (FOSDEM, OFFDEM and so on) to come together, unwind, and have a blast.
Whether you're in the mood for dancing, socializing, or just enjoying some great company over a cold beer or Club Mate, we've got you covered.
Stay tuned to this page for updates on event details, as they are confirmed or change. We can't wait to see you there!

Entrance

Entrance to ByteNight is free (as in beer) for visitors of FOSDEM, OFFDEM specifically and hackers & developers in general.
You might get asked some arbitrary question at the door to confirm this involvement.
We don't like to gatekeep, but as this is a private event we need to firewalling out people who are not familiar with the community and are just looking for a party to crash.
The money we make on drinks, merch and donations goes to keeping our hackerspace defragmented, oiled and bug-free.

Location

ByteNight will take place in and arround the hackerspace inside Liocity. The entrance to the event will be Rue Osseghem 53, 1080 Molenbeek, Brussels, Belgium.

Again the event will cover multiple rooms inside the building to allow space for both music and conversation.

Exact instructions how to get to the space can be found HERE

About Pictures and Cameras

We want to ensure that everyone feels comfortable and respected at our event. If you're planning to take photos or videos, please be mindful of those around you who may not wish to be captured on camera.

Before taking anyone's picture, please ask for their consent and respect their wishes if they decline. We understand that some people may not feel comfortable being photographed, and we want to support their boundaries.

However, feel free to take as many pictures as you like of the building, the decorations and the cat!

Music & Light Show Installation

Music in the dancehall will be provided by:

TBA

Drinks & Light Snacks

A selection of Club Mate, soft drinks, and Belgian beers (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) & ciders will be available at the bar. We will also serve a few light snacks for those who might get peckish. For people wanting to eat something a little more substantial, there are a number of restaurants and kebab places closeby.

Event Merch

Want something to remember the event by? Get your hoodie or T-shirt screen printed during the even with a ByteNight 2026 design for a free donation. We'll have a small stock of T-shirts but to assure full body compatibility, think about bringing your own (FOSDEM shirts usually have some room on the back)

Smoking Area

Please note that all spaces within the building (the hackerspace & event hall) are no smoking areas. Smoking can be done outside the buildings at the designated smoking area.

Health & Safety Notice

In line with the latest Belgian government guidelines, there are no mask mandates or COVID-19 prevention restrictions at our event. We will not enforce additional rules, acknowledging the ongoing presence of COVID-19 and other pathogens.

It is also recommended to get the yearly COVID-19 booster.

We recommend wearing a mask for personal and community protection. Should you need a mask, please do not hesitate to ask one of our volunteers. A limited supply will be available. We installed some active ventilation in the hackerspace recently to again try to improve air ciculation.

If you are feeling unwell, we kindly ask you to stay home. There will be more opportunities to gather in the future.