Are you a true sneakerhead planning a day in Antwerp, Belgium? Then we have a shopping guide for you to have on hand while exploring the Belgian city. In this article, we will show you the best sneaker shops in town!
1. Lockwood Avenue
Lockwood Avenue brings together two worlds: the skate world and the sneaker world. In 2007, the originally skate brand decided to expand and create an additional branch focused on exclusive sneakers. The store is located in Ijzerenwaag, and the Lockwood Skateshop can be found on Lange Klarenstraat in Antwerp.
In these two stores, you can choose from a wide range of brands, including Carhartt, Patta, and Nike SB.
Address: Ijzerenwaag 1-5, 2000 Antwerp
Opening hours: Monday to Thursday: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Friday 11:00 AM - 6:30 PM, Saturday 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM, first Sunday of the month 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM. Instagram: @avenuestore
2. De Makers Gallery
The Makers Gallery offers many exclusive sneakers that you can admire in the physical store or order online. Besides sneakers, you can also choose from a variety of clothing items, including a selection of vintage pieces.
If you love sneakers and art, then the Makers Gallery is the place to be, as they also offer many unique artworks.
Address: Hopland 4 - 2000 Antwerp
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM, closed on Sundays.
Instagram: @demakersgallery
3. Sneaker District
The story of Sneaker District began in 2010 when they opened their first of many sneaker shops in Amsterdam. Eight years later, they opened their second store in Antwerp. Sneaker District offers a wide range of sneakers and apparel, from Nike to Li-Ning.
Address: Kloosterstraat 55, 2000 Antwerp, Belgium
Opening hours: Monday 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM, Tuesday to Saturday 10:30 AM - 6:00 PM, Sunday 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM.
Instagram: @sneakerdistrict
4. Drip Drops
Since 2022, the online webshop Drip Drops has expanded with physical stores, including one in Antwerp. Two American students and a common Belgian friend decided to turn their hobby into a business, and they succeeded.
You can cop many exclusive pairs at Kammenstraat 44. Don't have a weekend planned in Antwerp yet? Well, Drip Drops is the perfect excuse to book one quickly!
Address: Kammenstraat 44, 2000 Antwerp, Belgium
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Instagram: @dripdropsworldwide
5. LUX sneakerstore
LUX was founded by Mohamed Azhir after he took a trip to New York and knew for sure that he would express his love for basketball and sneakers by opening his own sneaker shop. Now, nineteen years later, LUX is a true institution in Antwerp.
Address: Kipdorpvest 36, 2000 Antwerp, Belgium
Opening hours: Monday to Friday 11:00 AM - 6:30 PM, Saturday 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM, closed on Sundays.
Instagram: @luxsneakerstore
6. Courir
Courir has been a well-known retailer since 1980. The store chain, specializing in footwear and clothing, has become one of the largest sneaker stores in France. The popularity of Courir is also increasing in neighboring countries like Belgium.
Address: Meir 49, 2000 Antwerp, Belgium
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM, closed on Sundays.
Instagram: @courirbe
7. Sneakerslink
In the heart of Antwerp, you'll find the Sneakerslink store. The store has a wide collection of popular exclusive pairs of the moment. Make sure to pay a visit to this sleek sneaker store.
Address: Sint-Katelijnevest 6, 2000 Antwerp, Belgium
Opening hours: Monday to Friday 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM, Saturday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Sunday 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM.
Instagram: @sneakerslinkofficial
8. Shoe Class
Shoe Class has been part of the sneaker community since 2010 and now has two stores under their name, one in Antwerp and the other in Ghent.
The stores have a unique concept as they are designed like old school classrooms. The sneakers are displayed on the desks that you remember from the past. The store immediately creates a nostalgic feeling.
Address: Kammenstraat 52, 2000 Antwerp, Belgium
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday 10:30 AM - 6:00 PM, closed on Sundays.
Instagram: @shoeclass_sneakerstores
9. SNIPES
SNIPES has a total of 600 sneaker shops spread across Europe and the United States. The first store was opened in 1998, and SNIPES' vision is based on hip-hop and basketball. One thing is certain, you will always find something at SNIPES.
Address: Meir 78/230, 2000 Antwerp, Belgium
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM, Sunday 12:00 PM - 6:30 PM.
Instagram: @snipes
10. Foot Locker
No matter which city you are in, you can always find a Foot Locker somewhere. The Foot Locker in Antwerp has a sleek appearance and is well-organized. The store is also an eye-catcher with the artwork of the well-known Belgian artist Jonas Cozone on the walls.
Address: Meir 56, 2000 Antwerp, Belgium
Opening hours: Monday to Thursday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Friday to Saturday 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM, closed on Sundays.
Instagram: @footlockereu
These were a selection of popular sneaker shops in Antwerp. You are now perfectly prepared for your next trip to the Belgian city. If you have more city trips planned, find your next destination among our many Sneaker City Shopping Guides through the button below.