What's On for families20+ things to do in and around Luxembourg in May

Maura Lehmann
Here's a month of events to enjoy with your family in and around Luxembourg! Don't forget to check links for registration, languages, or specific details.
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Friday, 1 May: May Day

Various locations ⏐ Luxembourg has lots of events lined up for this year's May Day, from traditional markets to municipal celebrations, so make sure to check out our guide here.

Saturday, 2 May: Mäertchen (Octave market)

Place Guillaume II, Luxembourg City⏐ One of Luxembourg's most beloved traditions, the Mäertchen, has accompanied the Octave pilgrimage since the 17th century. What was originally a row of food stalls for pilgrims now fills Place Guillaume II with food stands, fairground rides, and games. Until 10 May. More details here.

Saturday, 2 May: Children's flea market

Kulturschapp, Ehlerange ⏐ Browse pre-loved children's clothes and toys at Suessem's children's clothes exchange. More details here.

Sunday, 3 May: Family adventure under the stars

Location TBD⏐ Spend an evening in the Éislek exploring the night sky with your family, no astronomy background needed. Also on 24 May. More details here.

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Monday, 4 May: Cuckoo, sounds, and flowers

CAPE, Ettelbruck ⏐ This interactive music workshop dives into a playful soundscape of songs, sound sequences, and simple instruments. More details here.

Tuesday, 5 May: Mushka Circus

Rue Léon Hengen, Luxembourg-Kirchberg ⏐ Katerina, Lorentzi, and William return from their travels with songs collected from around the world, weaving tales of city life, neighbourhood culture, and the places we all recognise into a multilingual troubadour performance. More details here.

Thursday, 7 May: The fashionable llama

History Museum, Diekirch ⏐ A long-necked, soft, big-eyed llama has arrived, and she's dressed to impress. Come say hello and get inspired to create your own jewellry and accessories. More details here.

Saturday, 9 May: Europe Day

European Parliament, Luxembourg-Kirchberg ⏐ Celebrate Europe Day with festivities across Luxembourg, including the European Parliament, which is hosting activities and quizzes for all. And don't miss the festivities at Wiltz castle on 10 May. More details here.

Saturday, 9 May: San'Up family day

Kannercampus, Belval⏐ Fancy an active day with the whole family? San'Up offers ample of workshops from couture and music to flag football and boxing, but also magic shows and food trucks. More details here.

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Sunday, 10 May: Kass-Haff festival

Kass-Haff, Rollingen ⏐ The beloved biodynamic farm opens its gates for a full day of fun: stands, activties, shows, and tasty barbecue and cakes, of course. More details here.


Monday, 11 May: Pick up your own activity box

Various Eltereforum locations across Luxembourg ⏐ This one is a bit different, but order a free Activity Box and pick it up at one of the Eltereforums across the country. Inside the suitcase you'll find books, games, and educational materials focused on movement and play. More details here.

Tuesday, 12 May: Ceramic workshop

Kulturhaus, Niederanven ⏐ Draw, stamp, and decorate your own ceramic piece before it is glazed and fired for you to take home. More details here.

Saturday, 16 May: Luxembourg Museum Days

Various locations⏐ Nearly 40 museums across the Grand Duchy open their doors for the weekend, offering family programmes alongside their regular exhibitions. A great excuse to discover a museum you haven't visited before. Also on 17 May. More details here.

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Saturday, 16 May: Gnomes festival

Pedestrian zone, Ettelbruck ⏐ Ettelbruck's town centre transforms into a magical world of gnomes, sounds, and creativity for an afternoon of family fun. More details here.

Sunday, 17 May: Disney symphonic concert

Place de la Libération, Diekirch ⏐ Spend the evening with Diekirch's municipal philharmonics who bring the magical melodies from Aladdin, Frozen, Beauty and the Beast, and many more, to life. More details here.


Tuesday, 19 May: Knotting and felting workshop

Schäferei Weber, Hosingen ⏐ Discover the journey of sheep's wool, from raw fleece to finished fibre, before you craft your own felted beads and woolly jewelry to take home. More details here.

Wednesday, 20 May: Be(e)loved Luxembourg

Place Guillaume II, Luxembourg City ⏐ Discover the capital through the eyes of a bee in this guided walk that takes you around Luxembourg's monuments and historic streets. More details here.

Thursday, 21 May: Puppet making workshop

Place Saintignon, Lasauvage ⏐ Craft your own puppet face from paper, cardboard, tape, and colour in this interactive workshop. More details here.

Friday, 22 May: Pentecost fair

Parking "A Kack", Echternach ⏐ Echternach's annual Pentecost fair is back with rides, game stalls, and food for the whole family. The festivities begin on Friday evening and run until 26 May. More details here.

Sunday, 24 May: Baby Space

Philharmonie, Luxembourg-Kirchberg ⏐ An immersive concert experience for the very youngest music lovers, combining dance, music, and visual arts within a sensory installation. More details here.


Tuesday, 26 May: Echternach hopping procession

St Willibrord Basilica, Echternach ⏐ This is one of Luxembourg's quirkiest UNESCO-protected traditions: Come watch or join thousands dance sideways through the old streets of Echternach to a centuries-old polka melody. More details here.

Tuesday, 26 May: Outdoor Kamishibai

Pirate ship at Avenue Monterey, Luxembourg City ⏐ Kamishibai is a Japanese form of storytelling using a small illustrated picture theatre mounted on a bike... An impressive sight to discover in this outdoor session. Also on 28 May. More details here.

Wednesday, 27 May: Building a virtual world

Casino, Luxembourg City ⏐ A spring holiday workshop that lets you build a shared imaginary world through colouring and drawing. More details here.

Saturday, 30 May: Tactile compositions

MUDAM, Luxembourg-Kirchberg ⏐ Craft your own miniature gemstone rug using tufting and textile collage on canvas. More details here.

Saturday, 30 May: Nature rally

Héikräiz, Heffingen ⏐ Heffingen is a place with fascinating traces of the past: fossils! In this guided walk, you follow an 8km-trail to uncover the area's natural and prehistoric secrets. More details here.

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