FAQ
General Questions
WECANDANCE 2026 takes place on 14 I 15 I 16 August 2026.
WECANDANCE takes place on Zeebrugge Beach, set along the coastline with easy access from the surrounding region. The site is located 8 km from Knokke and 15 km from Bruges.
Entrance address: Zeedijk 1, 8380 Zeebrugge
GPS (public parking) address: more details soon
Each edition of WECANDANCE is built around a season-defining theme that blends fashion, music and creative expression.
The 2026 theme will be revealed ahead of the festival — keep an eye on our channels for the announcement.Doors open at 14:00, the last entry is at 23:00 on all festival days for DAY and WKND tickets.
WECANDANCE operates with an in = in, out = out policy for day tickets. Once you enter the festival, re-entry is not possible.
The full lineup for WECANDANCE 2026 will be announced mid-2026.
You can stay updated by subscribing to our newsletter. From there, you’ll receive the most important news first, and you can follow our Instagram and WhatsApp channel for everything leading up to the festival.
WhatsApp
You can join our WhatsApp channel by tapping this link on your phone. Another option is to open WhatsApp, go to Updates, scroll to Channels, press the plus symbol and search for WECANDANCE.
If you want notifications, tap the bell in the top right corner. All updates remain available in Updates Channels, so you can check in whenever you like.
On WhatsApp, you’ll find polls, early access moments for discounted tickets, theme and lineup teasers, and a mix of previews, photos and videos as we get closer to the festival.
Tickets
WECANDANCE 2026 tickets are available. Click on tickets to buy yours.
There is no need to print your ticket.
Once your order is confirmed, your ticket will be sent digitally.
If you lose your ticket, didn’t receive the order confirmation email or experience technical issues, you can contact Weeztix at tickets@weeztix.com.
When purchasing a ticket, you automatically agree to our general terms and conditions and privacy policy. Tickets are non refundable and cannot be exchanged for another festival day.
The Choose Your Day (CYD) ticket is our most flexible early ticket option — created for those who secured their spot for WECANDANCE 2026 before selecting a specific festival day.
Choose Your Day tickets are no longer on sale.
If you already hold a CYD ticket, action is required for festival entry. You must redeem your personal CYD code and exchange it for an official day ticket.
Please note: Choose Your Day does not guarantee your preferred day. Festival days are subject to availability — once a day (e.g. Friday) sells out, it is no longer available. You may select any remaining day at the moment of exchange.
Your personal exchange instructions were already sent by email. Complete your exchange before May 1st to secure your entry.
All ticket prices are all-inclusive, with no hidden fees.You probably bought a “Choose Your Day” ticket!
These tickets are flexible and don’t include a fixed festival day yet.
To attend the festival, you simply need to redeem your personal code and exchange it for an official day ticket.
Please keep in mind that Choose Your Day does not guarantee your preferred day. Festival days are subject to availability — once a day sells out, it’s no longer available.
The exchange instructions were already sent to you by email.
Make sure to complete your exchange before May 1st so you’re all set.Yes, but they’re already sold out.
Yes!
For a more personalized experience, WECANDANCE offers Private Packs that include table service, multiple entry tickets, parking vouchers, and spending credit. Tables are located at our Bloody or Ocean Stage.
For bookings or more details:
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Ocean Stage: vip@wecandance.be
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Bloody Stage: bloodyvip@wecandance.be
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The Inner Circle Tickets grant access to the Inner Circle Zone.
It includes: VIP entrance for faster entry and access to the Inner Circle Zone, offering premium views and a unique experience.
Private packs are available for an even more luxurious experience, including table service, VIP entry, parking, and spending credit.
For bookings, contact vip@wecandance.be.
Upgrades are not possible once your ticket type has been confirmed.
If you’d like to switch to an Inner Circle or Private Pack, we recommend selling your current ticket via TicketSwap and purchasing the new one through our official shop once available.
Cashless & Refunds
Yes!
WECANDANCE is a fully cashless festival.
Your wristband acts as both your entry pass and digital wallet for the weekend. You’ll receive it at the entrance once your ticket is scanned.
All payments for food, drinks, and merchandise are made with your wristband. Cash can be exchanged for credits at the festival’s cashier points.
You can top up your balance anytime by scanning the QR code on your wristband, which connects directly to your Payconiq by Bancontact app.
Prefer to top up in advance? You can pre-load your wristband online before the festival using our top-up link, which we’ll share through our communication channels once it’s live.Any credit added beforehand will automatically be loaded onto your wristband when your ticket is scanned at the entrance.
Yes!
You can add credit at any time by scanning the QR code on your wristband with your phone’s camera.
If you don’t use Payconiq, you can top up at one of our on-site top-up points, where card, cash, and mobile payments are all accepted.If you lose your wristband, visit the Cashless Helpdesk on-site.
Our team can block your lost wristband and issue a replacement so your remaining balance can be recovered.
Getting there
Join us at Zeebrugge Beach, just 8km from Knokke and 15km from Bruges. Choose the best way to get there by bike, train, tram, car, or taxi. Carpool when possible & secure your parking or late-night train ticket beforehand to ensure your spot is reserved.
Find all transport details below.
Entrance Address: Zeedijk 1, 8380 Zeebrugge
GPS (Public Parking) Address: Use ‘Evendijk- West, Zeebrugge’ as your GPS address, then simply follow the parking signs when you arrive.
BY BICYCLE
We offer a bike park near the entrance for everyone joining us by bike. Remember to bring a lock for secure parking. Avoid attaching your bike to public railings, as they may be removed. And please respect our neighbours as much as we do.
BY TRAIN
Our beach is easily accessible by train; the ‘Zeebrugge Strand' station is just a 2-minute walk to our entrance. You can easily reach our beach from any Belgian train station and catch one of our late-night trains back to Bruges, Ghent, Antwerp and Brussels. More info soon.
BY TRAM/BUS
The closest stop to the festival beach is called ‘Zeebrugge strandwijk’. For more info and timetables, visit delijn.be. More info soon about our additional late-night tram lines.
BY CAR
We recommend carpooling; the more passengers, the merrier. Please don’t drink and drive, never join a driver who is not sober and make ensure your designated driver is wide awake.
Secure your parking ticket through our ticket shop once live.
BY TAXI / DROP OFF
A designated area for taxis, kiss & ride and private hire pick-ups will be marked within walking distance from our entrance. Please follow the signs for easy access.
BY PLANE
Flying in? Brussels Airport (Zaventem) is about 115km away and offers the most international connections. Oostende Airport is just 35km from our beach but has limited flight options. From either, you can reach us by train, taxi, or rental. Once our ticket shop’s live, we’ll share hotel tips you can book in just a few clicks.
There is no dedicated WECANDANCE campsite.We recommend staying in Bruges, Knokke, or the surrounding coastal towns, where you’ll find plenty of hotels, hostels and B&Bs.
On Site & Facilities
Yes!
Lockers will be available! Don’t forget to get your stuff before leaving. All items of value (e.g. wallet) left behind after the festival ends will be gathered and brought to the local police of Zeebrugge and stored for a limited time.
Yes! You can charge your phone at our paid charging stations in several lockers.
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thank you for taking care of your ears. Please use earplugs where beats are loud. You can ask for free earplugs at our bars, safe space, ehbo and helpdesk.
We are committed to making WECANDANCE fully accessible for all our festival fans, including those with disabilities.
Here’s what we offer to make your experience as comfortable as possible:-
Accessible sanitation with easy access
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Reserved parking and drop-off zones
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The option to rent beach wheelchairs for easy mobility
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An alternative entrance if required
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Safety Ambassadors on-site to provide support and assistance
Please note: since WECANDANCE is located on the beach, full accessibility may not be guaranteed. If you require additional assistance or specific facilities, please contact us at impact@wecandance.be.
Let us know which services you need, and we’ll work with you to ensure a smooth and enjoyable festival experience.-
We offer gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan food options. For those with special dietary needs beyond the festival food service, please contact us at info@wecandance.com for further information. You can ask for our allergen list at every food stand during the festival.
Safety & Policy
In order to access the Festival Site, you must be aged 18 (eighteen) or older or turn 18 (eighteen) in the year 2026. If you are younger than 18 (eighteen), you will be denied access to the Festival, except under the supervision and responsibility of your parent and/or legal guardian who has an absolute minimum age of 18 (eighteen). A guardian is only allowed to supervise a maximum of 2 minors.
Spirits (strong alcohol) are strictly prohibited for anyone under 18.
Drugs are forbidden in any case. Anyone caught with illegal drugs will be removed from our festival site immediately. Only prescribed medical drugs are allowed. Bringing alcohol onto the festival site is forbidden, too. No one under the age of 16 will be permitted to drink alcohol, and no one under the age of 18 will be permitted to drink strong liquor.
Ask For Angela” is a serious safety measure we’ve implemented to ensure everyone has a great time without any worries. If you feel unsafe or experience harassment, you can discreetly approach any festival crew member and ask for “Angela.”
This code phrase alerts our trained staff that you require assistance from our Trained Safety Ambassadors, who will provide support and help to address your situation promptly and discreetly. While we’re all about fun and games, jokes about “Ask For Angela” are not tolerated and may result in removal from the festival site.
You can always reach out there at +32 477 77 72 36.
All visitors may be subject to bag or body searches. Small backpacks and handbags (max. 45 cm high) are allowed after inspection. Please follow the instructions of our security team at all times.
Safety measures are coordinated with police, emergency services, and local authorities to ensure everyone’s wellbeing.
Forbidden items include:
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Drugs or medication without a certificate
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Food or drinks
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Glass, cans, bottles, or beverage boxes
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Camel bags
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Fireworks or flammable materials
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Weapons or sharp objects
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Portable chairs or inflatables
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Professional recording equipment (tripods, selfie sticks, drones)
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Non-drinkable gels or sprays
If unsure, leave it at home.
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Lost & Found
All recovered items have been delivered to the Zeebrugge police station, located at Lodewijk Coiseaukaai 3, 8000 Brugge.`
If you left something in your locker, you can visit the crew entrance to retrieve it.
Unclaimed items after that date will be donated to a good cause.
Contact
For general inquiries, reach us at info@wecandance.be.
For specific questions:
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Ticket support: tickets@weeztix.com
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Accessibility: impact@wecandance.be
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Private experiences: vip@wecandance.be
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Press inquiries: press@wecandance.be
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