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King Albert II's 10-year reign will also be celebrated elsewhere than in official ceremonies: in the streets! From Sablon to Marolles, passing through parks and squares, it will be a party. Soapbox races, concerts (Annie Cordy, Kahdja Nin...), bike and motorbike parade, popular dance and free museums, a great atmosphere is guaranteed on July 20 and 21. Info: infoshop.be of the federal authorities, Boulevard du Régent, 54 in 1000 Brussels and www.albert2.be Belgium Rollers Summer Tour 2003. Until August 31, the roller parade takes place every day in a different city each day. Monday: Hasselt, Tuesday: Namur, Wednesday: Gent, Thursday: Liège, Friday: Brussels, Saturday: Mons, Sunday: Koksijde. Info: 0900 24 064. Blue Note Festival. 2nd edition for the international jazz festival which will be held entirely on the Bijloke site in Gent, from July 18 to 27, simultaneously with the Ghent Festivities. On the program: Patricia Barber, Dianne Reeves, Herbie Hancock... Following the great success of the first edition, seating capacity has been doubled! Info and res.: 0900 00 600 and www.bluenotefestival.com