Workshops, open labs and gatherings. Each activity tells you whether you need to register.
11:30–14:30 · Kantine
Every Wednesday lunchtime the canteen turns into a restaurant run by the young people of HONK, a residential initiative for young adults with a disability. In the kitchen, behind the bar and in the dining room they show what they can do: sandwiches, soup, croques, a hot meal, cake and home-made iced tea, all fresh and made with love. Just walk in, no booking needed. Closed during school holidays.
12:00–23:00 · Kantine
De Kantine, the hands-on training venue for the hospitality industry. It’s not a new place, but it does have a new concept. A follow-up to the summer bar, yet something different again. The lunch menu features a daily special, available for a competitive price of fifteen euros. A mini-buffet on your plate! A dip, a salad, roasted vegetables, a warm sauce, a slice of quiche, a stew… new combinations every week. And to keep you warm throughout the winter, there’s fresh soup, of course. In the evening, we serve small plates of various delicious dishes that are also updated regularly, ranging from about six to ten euros per plate. Perfect for sharing, and you can definitely enjoy a satisfying and flavorful dinner this way. We’ll also have homemade cakes and pies for those with a sweet tooth. Reservations are possible. Recommended for larger groups of five or more! Contact: ferre.thomas@maakleerplek.be On our bar nights, there will always be something extra to enjoy besides drinks or food. We’re open to your input and co-creation, and we’d love to bring your creative ideas to life here. Contact: Stan.Baeckelandt@maakleerplek.be
12:00–23:00 · Kantine
De Kantine, the hands-on training venue for the hospitality industry. It’s not a new place, but it does have a new concept. A follow-up to the summer bar, yet something different again. The lunch menu features a daily special, available for a competitive price of fifteen euros. A mini-buffet on your plate! A dip, a salad, roasted vegetables, a warm sauce, a slice of quiche, a stew… new combinations every week. And to keep you warm throughout the winter, there’s fresh soup, of course. In the evening, we serve small plates of various delicious dishes that are also updated regularly, ranging from about six to ten euros per plate. Perfect for sharing, and you can definitely enjoy a satisfying and flavorful dinner this way. We’ll also have homemade cakes and pies for those with a sweet tooth. Reservations are possible. Recommended for larger groups of five or more! Contact: ferre.thomas@maakleerplek.be On our bar nights, there will always be something extra to enjoy besides drinks or food. We’re open to your input and co-creation, and we’d love to bring your creative ideas to life here. Contact: Stan.Baeckelandt@maakleerplek.be
17:30–21:00 · Kantine
Maaltafels: Vegan community kitchen in the maakleerplek kantine — join the table for an affordable plant-based meal and meet your neighbours. Register via maaltafels.pierrot.io.
19:30–21:30 · Gereedschappenbib · Free
Want to make your house or flat more energy-efficient and healthier, without renovating or spending a lot? In this info session you discover simple, affordable ways to insulate your basement and your pipes. You also learn the basics of asbestos: what you can safely do yourself and when you need a professional. An info session with plenty of room for questions, given by experts from Morgenbouwers as part of the CIRKLO project. Free, but please register. The session is in Dutch. *Where:* the maakleerplek canteen, Stapelhuisstraat 13/15, 3000 Leuven
11:30–14:30 · Kantine
Every Wednesday lunchtime the canteen turns into a restaurant run by the young people of HONK, a residential initiative for young adults with a disability. In the kitchen, behind the bar and in the dining room they show what they can do: sandwiches, soup, croques, a hot meal, cake and home-made iced tea, all fresh and made with love. Just walk in, no booking needed. Closed during school holidays.
12:00–23:00 · Kantine
De Kantine, the hands-on training venue for the hospitality industry. It’s not a new place, but it does have a new concept. A follow-up to the summer bar, yet something different again. The lunch menu features a daily special, available for a competitive price of fifteen euros. A mini-buffet on your plate! A dip, a salad, roasted vegetables, a warm sauce, a slice of quiche, a stew… new combinations every week. And to keep you warm throughout the winter, there’s fresh soup, of course. In the evening, we serve small plates of various delicious dishes that are also updated regularly, ranging from about six to ten euros per plate. Perfect for sharing, and you can definitely enjoy a satisfying and flavorful dinner this way. We’ll also have homemade cakes and pies for those with a sweet tooth. Reservations are possible. Recommended for larger groups of five or more! Contact: ferre.thomas@maakleerplek.be On our bar nights, there will always be something extra to enjoy besides drinks or food. We’re open to your input and co-creation, and we’d love to bring your creative ideas to life here. Contact: Stan.Baeckelandt@maakleerplek.be
12:00–23:00 · Kantine
De Kantine, the hands-on training venue for the hospitality industry. It’s not a new place, but it does have a new concept. A follow-up to the summer bar, yet something different again. The lunch menu features a daily special, available for a competitive price of fifteen euros. A mini-buffet on your plate! A dip, a salad, roasted vegetables, a warm sauce, a slice of quiche, a stew… new combinations every week. And to keep you warm throughout the winter, there’s fresh soup, of course. In the evening, we serve small plates of various delicious dishes that are also updated regularly, ranging from about six to ten euros per plate. Perfect for sharing, and you can definitely enjoy a satisfying and flavorful dinner this way. We’ll also have homemade cakes and pies for those with a sweet tooth. Reservations are possible. Recommended for larger groups of five or more! Contact: ferre.thomas@maakleerplek.be On our bar nights, there will always be something extra to enjoy besides drinks or food. We’re open to your input and co-creation, and we’d love to bring your creative ideas to life here. Contact: Stan.Baeckelandt@maakleerplek.be
13:00–15:00 · Kantine · Free
Welcome to the Craft Swap hosted by *The Thursday Knit Club *and *Maakleerplek*! Do you have unused craft supplies collecting dust in a drawer, cabinet, or project bag? Do you want to try a new creative hobby? Are you always on the lookout for new ideas? This event is perfect for you! Bring your craft supplies and exchange them for new creative treasures. Whether it's yarn, fabric, paper craft supplies, beads, embroidery, printmaking supplies, stickers, paint, pencils, mosaic supplies, or any other material, we'd love to find a new home for them. Participation is free, just bring at least one item you'd like to swap. Opened and partially used supplies are welcome, just make sure they're still clean, usable, and something another maker would be happy to receive (for example, scraps of yarn and fabric) . While most items will be exchanged through the swap, larger or higher-value items in good condition may be offered for a small charge (such as large cuts of fabric, several skeins of the same yarn) . Join us on *Sunday, November 22nd 2026* from 13:00 to 15:00 at *De Kantine, Maakleerplek *(Stapelhuisstraat 13/15, Leuven) for an afternoon of creativity and community. You provide the supplies, and we provide a fun and creative atmosphere, a bar stocked with drinks, and a cozy space to meet fellow makers and craft during the event. We look forward to seeing you there! Do you love crafting, learning new skills, and meeting creative people? That's exactly what *The Thursday Knit Club* is all about. We gather every two weeks to work on our projects while having a drink, share inspiration, and convince each other to pick up yet another hobby. We'd love for you to join us! Follow us on Instagram for all updates on future events (@thethursdayknitclub). After signing up, you will receive additional details about the event. Please make sure to provide your email adress.
11:30–14:30 · Kantine
Every Wednesday lunchtime the canteen turns into a restaurant run by the young people of HONK, a residential initiative for young adults with a disability. In the kitchen, behind the bar and in the dining room they show what they can do: sandwiches, soup, croques, a hot meal, cake and home-made iced tea, all fresh and made with love. Just walk in, no booking needed. Closed during school holidays.
12:00–23:00 · Kantine
De Kantine, the hands-on training venue for the hospitality industry. It’s not a new place, but it does have a new concept. A follow-up to the summer bar, yet something different again. The lunch menu features a daily special, available for a competitive price of fifteen euros. A mini-buffet on your plate! A dip, a salad, roasted vegetables, a warm sauce, a slice of quiche, a stew… new combinations every week. And to keep you warm throughout the winter, there’s fresh soup, of course. In the evening, we serve small plates of various delicious dishes that are also updated regularly, ranging from about six to ten euros per plate. Perfect for sharing, and you can definitely enjoy a satisfying and flavorful dinner this way. We’ll also have homemade cakes and pies for those with a sweet tooth. Reservations are possible. Recommended for larger groups of five or more! Contact: ferre.thomas@maakleerplek.be On our bar nights, there will always be something extra to enjoy besides drinks or food. We’re open to your input and co-creation, and we’d love to bring your creative ideas to life here. Contact: Stan.Baeckelandt@maakleerplek.be
12:00–23:00 · Kantine
De Kantine, the hands-on training venue for the hospitality industry. It’s not a new place, but it does have a new concept. A follow-up to the summer bar, yet something different again. The lunch menu features a daily special, available for a competitive price of fifteen euros. A mini-buffet on your plate! A dip, a salad, roasted vegetables, a warm sauce, a slice of quiche, a stew… new combinations every week. And to keep you warm throughout the winter, there’s fresh soup, of course. In the evening, we serve small plates of various delicious dishes that are also updated regularly, ranging from about six to ten euros per plate. Perfect for sharing, and you can definitely enjoy a satisfying and flavorful dinner this way. We’ll also have homemade cakes and pies for those with a sweet tooth. Reservations are possible. Recommended for larger groups of five or more! Contact: ferre.thomas@maakleerplek.be On our bar nights, there will always be something extra to enjoy besides drinks or food. We’re open to your input and co-creation, and we’d love to bring your creative ideas to life here. Contact: Stan.Baeckelandt@maakleerplek.be