Live shows
Czech Philharmonic concert
Welcome Spring alongside the Czech Philharmonic and cellist Sol Gabetta as they perform the works of Antonín Dvořák, Edward Elgar and Igor Stravinsky (who famously told critics of his Rite of Spring to “go to hell”).
When: Friday 24 April, 19:30-21:30
Where: Philharmonie Luxembourg, Luxembourg-Kirchberg
Cost: €46 to €98
European premiere of I Do Nine-Tailed Fox at Mudam
Seoul-based artist Sojung Jun brings together live music, archival footage and newly produced film material in a performance visiting the history of the Koryo theatre in Almaty, Kazakhstan as it was forcibly displaced to Central Asia in 1937. The artist parallels this story with the East Asian gumiho – a nine-tailed, shapeshifting fox.
When: Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 April, 16:30-17:15
Where: Mudam, Luxembourg-Kirchberg
Cost: Admission included in ticket (€10 for adults)
Peeping Tom dance performance
Belgian dance-theatre company Peeping Tom returns to Luxembourg with a new performance bringing together a cast of versatile artists and a unique blend of movement, theatre, and dreamlike atmospheres.
When: Tuesday 28 to Thursday 30 April, 19:30-21:00
Where: Grand Théâtre, Luxembourg City
Cost: €20
Socials
Spring Dance Festival
Whether you’re a seasoned salsa, bachata, kizomba, merengue or reggaeton dancer or not, head to the Luxembourg City centre to attend an evening dance festival. Following the free dance session at the Place d’Armes, the party will continue with a dinner and a dancefloor at Qosqo.
When: Friday 24 April, 17:00-01:00
Where: Place d’Armes then Qosqo, Luxembourg City
Cost: from €0 to €50
Rugby Ladies Day
To highlight inclusivity, diversity, and gender equality in sport, the Rugby Club Luxembourg is holding a day to welcome all girls and women aged 6 and up to try touch and contact rugby. Last year, over 70 women aged 7 to 60 enjoyed trying the sport while making new friends and enjoying the outdoors. Note: register ahead of time to avoid any disappointment. No prior experience required.
When: Saturday 25 April, 10:00-13:00
Where: Stade Boy Konen, Luxembourg
Cost: Free
Fairs and expos
Unfined wine fair
Attend the Unfined Wine Fair to get a modern perspective on winemaking. During this organic, biodynamic and low intervention wine fair, you’ll be able to meet some of Europe’s most exciting growers and their living wines – such as the domains of Françoise Bedel, Saladin, Clair Obscur, Gringet, Glow Glow, Werlitsch among others – and discover a unique set of wines. Fresh pizzas will be served all day and an afterparty by the Ultraschall Collective will conclude the event (21:30-03:00).
When: Saturday 2 and Sunday 26 April, 10:00-18:00
Where: 1 Rue de la Tour Jacob, Luxembourg-Grund
Cost: from €11.25 (presale) to €15
Group art show
The Arc Kënschtlerkrees is holding a collective show where you can discover the work of a variety of local artists like Rol Backendorf, André Depienne, Josiane Ginter or Florence Giorgetti. Combine it with a walk through the town, a visit to the museum in the Clervaux castle (with its miniature models of Luxembourg’s many castles) or a promenade through the town’s surrounding landscapes for a lovely getaway to the north.
When: Until Saturday 9 May
Where: Konschthaus op der Gare, Clervaux
Cost: Free
Talks
Design Talks
Attend an inspiring and educational talk with textile designer and artist Christoph Hefti and find out about his tireless motivation to tell stories and create captivating atmosphere. This talk is part of a longer series of talks organised by Design Friends. The current season revolves around brand design, digital design, illustration design, product design, textile design and type design.
When: Wednesday 29 April, 18:30-20:00
Where: Rotondes, Luxembourg-Bonnevoie
Cost: Free
Outdoors
City Nature Challenge
Nature fans and amateur birdwatchers unite! The City Nature Challenge is taking place in Luxembourg over the weekend. As a citizen science initiative, the CNC invites local participants to observe and document local plants and animals through a free app (iNaturalist) to create and update a digital inventory. A variety of workshops and guided walks around the subject of biodiversity will also be offered to participants. Note: there are also events for children.
When: Friday 24 to Monday 27 April
Where: All over Luxembourg
Cost: Free