Death Cafe Antwerp

Welcome to Death Cafe Antwerp!

Join us for an open & honest group-directed conversation about death, dying, and life at Viggo's. This is a safe space where you can share your thoughts, fears, and questions about mortality. Everyone is welcome. This event will be in English.

At this Death Cafe, there are no set agendas or objectives – just a group of people coming together to discuss a topic that is often taboo. This is not a grief & bereavement support group, but instead it is a chance to explore our thoughts on mortality in a relaxed and respectful environment. There is no particular structure or theme to discussions; it’s an opportunity to listen to others and talk openly, honestly and confidentially, without judgement. Since conversation topics are initiated by the audience, discussions can flow through anything from logistics and services, to the dying process, fear of death, near death experiences, spirituality, considerations for an afterlife, medical assistance in dying, suicide, grief and loss, supporting someone and end-of-life, how to talk to someone who is dying, and so much more. People may come with curiosity and a little trepidation but often leave feeling uplifted with a sense of joy. A Death Café is surprisingly not morbid or depressing, but life-affirming, supportive and reassuring.

You can read more about the Death Cafe movement here.

When, Where & Who:

When: Tuesday October 15th 7.00pm – 9.00pm.

Doors open at 6:45pm with no further entry after 7.00PM. Registration is required so we can manage attendance. The cafe will be closed to the general public during this event.

Where: This event is generously hosted at Viggo's Cafe (De Coninckplein 21, 2060 Antwerpen, Belgium)

Who: This event will be in English, facilitated by Claire. A Death Doula and frequent Death Cafe attendee based in the UK. Questions about the event can be directed to Claire and [email protected]

Free entry, free cake, and barista drinks available for purchase. That doesn't sound too scary now does it?

Image: Michael Wolgemut's Dance of Death from The Nuremberg Chronicle (1493).

Gratitude for Tim at Viggo's for generously offering his space to host this event. Thank you!

Host or Publisher Viggo's and Death Doula Claire