Discover below what makes PAILLET so special — and what awaits you during this very first edition.
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Instroom x Seppe Nobels
FOOD THAT CONNECTS
Under the leadership of chef Seppe Nobels, awarded a Green Michelin star, Instroom ensures that what appears on your plate also becomes incomparable.
They connect local products with global flavors and the stories of people from all over. Their dishes exude respect for the seasons and the short supply chain, with vegetables taking center stage and an unmistakable flair for innovation.
An evening at PAILLET thus becomes not only a feast for the eyes and ears, but also for the taste.
Die Verdammte Spielerei
IRRESISTIBLE ENERGY
No PAILLET without a touch of anarchy and irresistible charm. That is why Die Verdammte Spielerei are your hosts for the evening. This six-piece wind ensemble — winners of the Ultima Audience Award, Flanders’ highest cultural distinction — is no ordinary brass band, but a musical whirlwind that blends absurdism, humor, and virtuosity into one explosive cocktail. They don’t play for you, but with you. Don’t expect a stately concert setup, but musicians who dive between the tables, challenge the audience, and set the entire room moving.
World-class acts
A LINE-UP THAT SURPRISES, MOVES, AND STUNS
PAILLET presents artists who push boundaries: performers with guts, precision, and a touch of madness.
Some have already performed with Cirque du Soleil, on London's West End, or in Parisian revues; others are making their debut on Flemish soil.
The artists who grace the stage of PAILLET each belong to the top of the international circus and cabaret scene.
Seppe Nobels
COOKING WITH A STORY
Chef Seppe Nobels, awarded a Green Michelin star, brings his sustainable and human vision to PAILLET. Known from Graanmarkt 13, InstroomAcademy, and TV shows such as Restaurant Misverstand and Grillmasters, he pairs local products with global flavors and stories of people from all over. His cuisine is rooted in respect for the seasons and the short supply chain, with vegetables taking center stage and an unmistakable flair for innovation. An evening at PAILLET thus becomes not only a feast for the eyes and ears, but also for the taste buds.
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Good to know
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW FOR YOUR VISIT
The premiere is scheduled for December 17, 2026 , with performances up to and including the festive finale on
December 31, 2026. We also provide additional options for companies in January.
PAILLET takes place in Zaal Athena , a hall of grandeur in the heart of Antwerp at Franklin Rooseveltplaats 11 — 2060 Antwerp.
Centrally located and easily accessible by public transport.
Interparking Roosevelt is right on the doorstep.
The performance is universal and fully wheelchair accessible.
B2B
Exclusive Hospitality for Business
For companies that want to offer their guests something exceptional, we partnered with Hospitality.be from Zanzibar.
Together, we developed an exclusive Hospitality Package centered around PAILLET — a total experience where gastronomy, spectacle, and hospitality come together seamlessly.
With nearly 30 years of experience, Zanzibar guarantees hospitality at the highest level.
At PAILLET, we translate that expertise into a tailor-made formula for companies:
A carefree, sophisticated evening for clients, partners, or teams — taken care of down to the last detail.
Become a partner
Wordt partner en schitter mee op én naast het podium
PAILLET reaches more than 4,000 visitors — bon vivants, foodies, and culture lovers with an eye for style and substance.
Your brand is not just displayed, but creatively integrated into the experience: via the aperitif, the bar, costumes, or decor. We focus on clever forms of product placement — subtle, humorous, and unforgettable.
Thanks to the collaboration with InstroomArt, PAILLET links artistic quality to social impact: a partnership with meaning and class.
Partners
These partners are already helping to set the tone
