AI Prompt Challenge

Write the right prompts and recreate the original image as closely as possible. 

AI, Jeroen Baert

AI: what can it do, where does it fall short, and how is it changing the way we work, think and find information? Jeroen Baert (Nerdland) cuts through the AI hype with humour, know-how and a critical eye.
 

Billie Jean Space Time Machine

Billie Jean (Space Time Machine) provides the soundtrack for a journey through the dark universe and the fascinating world of the Einstein Telescope. Together with science communicator Ina De Winne and physicist Bert Vercnocke, he blends astronomy, science and music into a cosmic experience.

De Campus Cup Tweede Zit

The world’s most thrilling student quiz is coming to E>rena. Who has what it takes to become Pukkelpop 2026’s Smartest Festivalgoer? Step up with host Otto-Jan Ham and go for the ultimate student glory.

Echoes of the Future, Daniel Verstappen

A futuristic audiovisual experiment by pianist Daniel Verstappen. Classical music, pop, holograms, live visuals and Extended Reality (XR) come together in one immersive show, with Olivia Trappeniers as special guest.

FC26

Grab a controller, jump into EA SPORTS FC™ 26 and prove what you're made of on the virtual pitch.

Gameboyz II Men

Gameboyz II Men are Micha Volders (ICCHA, Vermin Twins, Meteor Musik,…) and Dijf Sanders (The Violent Husbands, Teddiedrum, …). Two iconic producers who clench fists to create badass beats and mayhem on oldskool Gameboys. Expect Boys Noize , Justice and Techno like constructs of 4 bit pulse waves. A rave party where things can go wrong in a good way on so many levels.

Gaming Quiz

From retro classics to today's biggest releases: put your knowledge to the test and find out who deserves the title of ultimate gamer.

GeoGuessr

Sharpen your geography skills and travel the world without leaving the festival grounds. How quickly can you figure out where you've landed?

Het Grote AI Examen - Ben jij slimmer dan AI?

Think you can outsmart AI? Take on the world’s toughest AI test live and see how your answers stack up against a computer’s. Together with 3 sharp minds, we dig into the big question: what does intelligence really mean? Who wins? And why? Or are we simply playing the wrong game?

Speakers:
Deevid De Meyer (Raccoons)
Jean Paul Van Bendegem (VUB)
Michael Bauwens (UCLL)

Just Dance

Hit the stage and show off your best moves in Just Dance. Dance solo or with friends and end the day with a serious burst of energy.

Live Dungeons & Dragons

Join Sidtopia for a live Dungeons & Dragons session and step into a fantasy world where every choice shapes the story. No experience needed, just a taste for adventure.

Marvel Tōkon

Choose your favourite Marvel hero, challenge a fellow Pukkelpopper and be among the first to discover Marvel Tōkon.

STIMULAR x VANDALIZER

Hardcore meets VR. Graffiti meets rave. Art meets total chaos. OISO and STIMULAR bring technology and underground culture into a full-on collision. In two steel cages, a VR artist builds new worlds live while DJs and performers respond with hardcore, industrial beats and unpredictable energy. 
Featuring KLAKMATRAK, LOLALITA & BRENNT, WØRTAAL & LOTTA MÄCHS

The Karaoke Singalong Showdown

Ready for your Pukkelpop main-character moment? Step into The Karaoke Singalong Showdown, pick your go-to anthem and belt it out with the best band in the world, led by Otto-Jan Ham.

Toverhacks, Inti De Ceukelaire

Toverhacks with renowned ethical hacker Inti De Ceukelaire: a live show packed with hacks, smart tricks and digital mindfucks. 
Inti has hacked the Vatican’s website, Melania Trump’s private email address and even a tweet by Donald Trump. This is no dry cybersecurity lecture, but an entertaining look behind the internet’s curtain.