Questions & Answers
Ticket info
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The exact timing is announced on the day prior to the concert (at the latest) via the concert page, via the Facebook event, and via a reminder e-mail to those who purchased tickets. We are not able to provide information about the exact course of the evening before then, so the time that appears on your ticket may be subject to change.
For normal concerts, doors usually open at 7:00pm and the concert ends no later than 10:30pm. This way you still have plenty of options for getting home by public transport. For double bills and festivals, the timing might be entirely different. So always check our website on the day of the event.
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You can find your ticket online in the 'My concerts' section of your account or in the confirmation e-mail that you received after ordering.āÆāÆ
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You can sell your tickets without a worry via www.ticketswap.be. We have an agreement with TicketSwap and can guarantee you a safe resale. Unless your concert is postponed or cancelled, you are not eligible for a refund.
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You certainly can, you donāt even have to tell us. We donāt check names on tickets.āÆāÆ
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If it is about to expire, please contact us via info@abconcerts.be
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When a concert is cancelled, we will notify the ticket buyer by e-mail. You will also find all information related to refunding your ticket in this e-mail.
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When a concert is postponed, we will notify the ticket buyer by e-mail. Your tickets, will of course, remain valid. Do you want to get a refund of your e-ticket? Then let us know in a reply to the e-mail that you received. You may request a refund no later than 7 days before the rescheduled concert takes place. After that, we will refuse the refund. Did you buy your tickets in our ticket shop or via TicketSwap? Then send a photo of your ticket or your confirmation e-mail from TicketSwap to info@abconcerts.be and mention your IBAN account number.āÆāÆ
Accessibility and seating
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AB does all it can to be accessible to everyone. More about our facilities.
Facilities in AB
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Fill in the form for lost items as soon possible. With a bit of luck, our stewards have already found your stuff. In any event, you will receive a response within 3 working days.
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We have lockers in 3 formats and they cost 1⬠to use (you won't get your euro back after opening). In the locker room of the Main Hall you can find a machine where you can withdraw 1 euro with your bank card.
The dimensions of our lockers:
80 cm H x 20 cm W x 50 cm D
40 cm H x 35 cm W x 55 cm D (Main Hall only)
165 cm H x 12 cm W x 50 cm D (Main Hall only)The big lockers are only available for visitors to the Main Hall, Ballroom, Box and Theater. There's a total of 814 lockers. The number of lockers near the Club is limited. For concerts in the Club, donāt take too many possessions with you, or arrive on time. Do you have something with you that wonāt fit in the lockers? Mention it to our stewards upon arrival. They can help you store your stuff safely. At the AB Club, you can withdraw ā¬1 at the bar.
Use of the lockers is at your own risk. AB cannot be held responsible for the loss, theft or damage of your belongings.
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AB is a publicly accessible venue that makes use of amplified sound. During a concert you are standing in a loud environment and are at risk of a temporary or permanent hearing impairment. For an optimal experience, AB does the following:
- Constantly monitor sound levels.
- Offer free hearing protection at the bars. For a small fee, more durable earplugs are available in the vending machines. (Coin of ā¬2)
- Provides a ācalm spaceā in the Agora that you can go to during concerts in the Main Hall.
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All our stewards have First Aid training and can help with fainting, blood noses, or more serious issues in our First Aid room.
You can ask for free tap water at the bar
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If you need a private space to breastfeed, inject insulin or for any other medical reason, you can always make use of our First Aid room. Ask one of our stewards for access.
Mobility
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AB is located in the middle of the pedestrian area on the Anspachlaan 110, in Brussels - barely a 10-minute walk from Central Station. You can easily reach us by public transport or by car (although we donāt encourage that). Click here to plan your journey.
My AB account
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You can easily delete your account via our website. Click on āMy detailsā in your account and scroll down. There you will find a button that says ādelete accountā.
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You can subscribe or unsubscribe to our various newsletters and info e-mails via your account.
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Via an opt-in, you can indicate if you do or do not want to receive e-mail from third-parties. These e-mails are of a commercial nature. We have a contract with these third-parties to ensure that there is no misuse made of your details. More information about how we deal with your details can be found in our privacy policy.
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You can watch some concerts again afterwards on this website or on our YouTube channel. Not all concerts are recorded and not all concerts that are recorded end up on our YouTube channel. This is done in agreement with the artist.
House rules
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AB values the well-being and safety of its visitors. That is why we ask everyone who enters our building to respect the house rules. Anyone breaking the rules may be denied access without refund of their ticket purchase.
AB rejects any form of physical or verbal violence, harassment or disrespectful behaviour. We do not tolerate racism, sexual intimidation, aggression, discrimination or homophobic behaviour. Our stewards, security, volunteers and staff are ready to help if you see something happen that doesnāt comply with our house rules. You can mail us via info@abconcerts.be. We take all complaints seriously and deal with them as soon as possible.
Please take care of yourself and each other.
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- Recording material, with the exception of your mobile or smartphone.
- Drinks or snacks that you didnāt buy in AB.
- Pets. Want to attend a concert with a guide dog? Let us know.
- Pocketknives and other weapons are, of course, strictly forbidden. These will be confiscated by our security.
- Soft or hard drugs. The possession, use or dealing of drugs is prohibited in AB.
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There is no minimum age to attend a concert or event in AB. But we do expect that children under the age of 16 are accompanied by an adult.
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Children under the age of 12 may attend free of charge and without a ticket (accompanied by a parent with a ticket) to all concerts organised by AB, except those in the AB Theatre. This does not apply to concerts that are organised by external organisations. So always take a look on the concert page to see who is organising the concert and in which configuration it will take place.
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It is forbidden to drink alcohol, if you are younger than 16 years old, or to drink spirits if you are under the age of 18. If in doubt, the bar staff may request proof of identity to verify your age.
AB complies with current legislation on offering alcohol to its visitors. Details can be found on the website of the Flemish Centre of Expertise on Alcohol and other Drugs.Visitors under the influence of alcohol or drugs may be refused entry.
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Smoking in the venue is absolutely forbidden.
You may have cigarettes and electronic cigarettes in your possession, but those wishing to smoke during a concert must go outside to do so. AB can only clearly display the smoking ban and make smokers aware of the ban. Our security officers can ask people to put out their cigarette, but this is the extent of their authority. We work together with the Ministry of Public Health, which carries out regular checks in our venue and issues fines.
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- AB is equipped with camera surveillance for your and our safety. Visitors to AB accept that they may be recorded on camera. In the event of any incidents, these recordings may be shown to third parties as supporting material.
- Instructions from staff should be followed immediately in the interest of your own safety.
- Criminal offences committed in AB are always reported to the police.