Our month-by-month kids’  events calendar for families will help you make the most of every month. It highlights the annual recurrent kids’ events and activities in and around Luxembourg.

JULY

Agricultural Fair

Meeting point for all professional farmers, foresters, horticulturists, scientists doing research in agro/biotech. A  particular focus will be on the presentation of Luxembourg products and consumer awareness in the discovery of local products. Your children will have the opportunity to explore the various stages of processing of agricultural products and pet the farm animals. With its wide entertainment program, AWF invites visitors of all ages to spend a great day in a pleasant atmosphere.
Where: Centre d’exposition Deich, rue du Deich, L-9012 Ettelbruck
When: 1-3 July : 9:00-19:00h
Age: Everyone
Cost: 8 EUR – adult;  kids under 16 go free;
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Blast Furnace Festival

Come and discover the great dance and fire show, concerts, performances and exhibitions taking place over the industrial remains in Belval !
Where: avenue du Rock’n’Roll / place des Hauts Fourneaux, L-4361 Esch-sur-Alzette
When: 2-3 July
Age: Everyone
Cost: Free
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Nuit des Merveilles/ Night of Marvels (Reservation required)

Head over with your kids to see  professional street artists – tightrope walkers, circus poets, stilt walkers, puppeteers, mimes, musicians, hat makers and many more! This is a must-see event for young and old!
Where: Parc Bettembourg , Parc du Chateau de Bettembourg, 3217, Bettembourg
When: 8-9 July
Age: Everyone
Cost: 10/5 EUR/free under 18 yrs
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Summer, Games and Fun Fest at Dudelange (Summer, Spill & Spaass)

Great summer outdoor party for children with entertainment, sports and games activities!
Where: Parc Le’h, Place Marc Zanussi, Dudelange
When: 9 July: 11:00-18:00h
Age: Everyone
Cost: Free
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Come enjoy performers from Luxembourg and abroad against the beautiful backdrop of Mansfeld Park. The “Klangbuer – Mansfeld Sessions” open-air festival is a must for lovers of jazz, rock, classical and world music.
Where: Parc Mansfeld, All. Pierre de Mansfeld, 2118 Luxembourg
When: 16-31 July
Age: all ages
Cost: free
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Comic Book Festival

This weekend Contern will be transformed intoa Comic Book Village and will welcome a whole array of authors, dealers, artists, musicians and many visitors who come here from all over the Greater Region. Visitors will find more than 100 stands that sell comic strips and offer a wide range of new and used comics, original drawings, posters, figurines and much more! There will also be kids entertainment, comic exhibitions and food and drinks!
Where: 4, Place de la Mairie, L-5310 Contern
When: 16-17 July
Age: Everyone
Cost: 3 EUR – adults; Free – kids under 12 years
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Guided tours of the Grand Ducal Palace (Booking required)

Take the tour if your little ones are enchanted with princes/princesses and would like to see where they live!
Where: Luxembourg City Tourist Office, 30, Place Guillaume II, 1648 Luxembourg (for tickets), 17, rue du Marché-aux-Herbes, L-1728 Luxembourg (the palace)
When: 20 July until 31 August 2022
Age: Everyone
Cost: 15 EUR – adults; 7.5 EUR – kids
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Open Air Cinema

An open-air cinema with screenings for adults and children – a giant screen with 500 places. Check out the website for the program.
Where: forecourt of the Grand Ducal Palace
When: 22-30 July, screenings begin at sundown at 21:30.
Age: Everyone
Cost: free
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Kinnekswiss Open Air Concert

Head over with the family to Kinnekswiss for this year’s open air concerts.  Check out the website for details!
Where: Kinnekswiss Parc, Luxembourg, 29 Avenue de la Porte-Neuve, 2227 Luxembourg, Luxembourg
When: to be announced soon
Age: all ages
Cost: Free
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Vintage Car Day

Head over to see steam locomotives and vintage cars (before 1970)  from collectors from all over the Greater Region.  There will nbe music entertainment, food and beverages.
Where: Industrial Park Fond-de-Gras, Differdange
When: 24 July: 11:00h
Age: 4-12 years
Cost: tbd
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Kanner in the City

For two days the city center will be transformed into a playground for children offering various games, workshops and fun activities.
Where: Centre-Ville -place de la Constitution, la place d’Armes et le square Jan Palach, la place du Puits-Rouge ainsi qu’à la rue des Capucins (aire de jeux)
When: 29-30 July
Age: Everyone
Cost: Free
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Bee Trail – Kids Learn Why Bees Are Awesome

Head over with the kids to the 2.5 km bee trail that goes across the city and includes 13 information stops. There you will discover the richness of biodiversity in the city as well as the world of bees (just a few examples of the adventures that awaits you on the tour: a hive on the roof of a building, a hotel for wild bees,  and much more)! Alternatively, teach your kids about the importance of bees and the ecosystem with the BeePopulate game. With this app you can design virtual garden for bees to pollinate!
Where: Luxembourg city
When: May – September
Age: Everyone
Cost: Free
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Medieval festival in Vianden

This year’s mediaeval festival offers a varied and spectacular program. Over 100 participants will revive the medieval spirit of ancient times with knights tournaments, ancient  plays, fire-eaters, minstrels, jugglers, calligraphy and raptor shows.  In addition to the animation you can visit the medieval market in the castle or grab a bite to eat at the historic castle tavern.
Where: Château de Vianden, Vianden
When:  30 July – 7 Aug
Age: Everyone
Cost: under 6 – free; others 3-11 EUR
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Events Outside Luxembourg

– around 78  km from Luxembourg city (Rue des Aubépines 50, 6800 Libramont-Chevigny, Belgium): Libramont Fair with lots of activities for kids –29 July – 3 August

AUGUST

Vintage Cars and Bikes

Expo and competition of vintage cars and bikes.
Where: Steinfort
When: 6-7  August
Age: Everyone
Cost: Free
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Fest at Château Ansembourg

For the 32nd year, the Fête du Château will be a joyful day of sharing convivial moments in the beautiful nature of the Vallée des 7 Châteaux and to discover some regional products and arts. It will also be an opportunity with its guided tours to learn more about the history of the site, but also to discover in a creative and fun way some good practices to better protect the so precious ecosystem that secures our future.
Where: Grand-Château d’Ansembourg, 10, rue de la Vallée, L-7411 Ansembourg, Luxembourg
When: 7 August: 11:00-18:00h
Age: Everyone
Cost: Free
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Assumption Day Folklore Festival (Léiffrawëschdag)

Every year the day of the Assumption of Mary is celebrated in Greiveldange. Join the fest to attend the religious mess, enjoy national and international folklore and Luxembourgish food, and see the local crafts market.
Where: Greiveldange
When: 15 August: 10:00:17:00h
Age: Everyone
Cost: Free
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Schueberfouer

The Schueberfouer, funfair of the city of Luxembourg, is the biggest funfair in Luxembourg and the Greater Region. Come and experience many attractions, kiddy rides, entertainment games, a dozen restaurants and numerous snacks and take-outs.
Where: Glacis Car Park, Luxembourg City
When: 19 August – 7 Sept – Every day from 14:00 to 1:00, and until 2:00 on Fridays and Saturdays.
Age: Everyone
Cost: Free
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LuxPlaymoDays

If you or your kids like Playmobil then visit the annual international gathering of Playmobil collectors. The biggest and oldest Playmobil® event of this kind in the region, having attracted thousands of visitors over the years. Big exhibition with Playmobil® on sale. An event you shouldn’t miss, for the small and big fans of Playmobil®, for the passionate, the curious and of course the whole family.
Where: Sports Centre ‘Op Acker’ in Bascharage (Luxembourg) ,83a Avenue de Luxembourg, L-4950 Bascharage
When: 27 August: 9:00-18:00h; 28 August: 9:00-18:00h
Age: Everyone
Cost: 2.50 EUR –adults; Free – kids
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Events Outside Luxembourg

– around 70  km from Luxembourg city (1b Rue Sainte-Anne, B-6820 Florenville, Belgium): Street Art Festival – 20-21 August
– around 111 km from Luxembourg city (Manderscheid, Germany): Historical Castle Festival Manderscheid– 27-28 August
– around 217 km from Luxembourg city (Grand-Place in Brussels, 1000 Brussels, Belgium): Brussel’s Flower Carpet  – 11-15 August

SEPTEMBER

Potato Fest

A fun day for the whole family where you learn about the potatoes,  see lots of tractors and enjoy the entertainment (special contests for the kids; nomination of King and Queen Potato and much more)!
Where:  Binsfeld , Luxembourg
When: 4 September: 9-17:00h
Age: Everyone
Cost: Free
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A Culture Night

Night is dedicated to Culture and designed for families and night owls. Choose your stations, book your seats, take your time and (re) discover your city. Check out the complete program on the website.
This Where: Esch-sur-Alzette – check out the website for the various locations
When: 2-10 Sept
Age: Everyone
Cost: tbd
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Steam Festival

Come and admire a wonderful collection of steam vehicles. From model making, through the small steam train for children to the standard track, discover the full extent of the railway gauges. Something to interest neophytes as well as train lovers. Many activities are planned in the Fond-de-Gras station: workshop for children, model railway, visit of the workshops and obliteration with the special stamp of the new stamp “Train 1900”.
Where:  Fond-de-Gras , Luxembourg
When: 3-4 September
Age: Everyone
Cost: Free
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Discover Luxembourg (Booking required by 8 Sept)

The Discover Luxembourg (by foot) concept was initiated in 2008 as an annual one-day event. Teams of 4 will have the chance to walk either the 5-6km route (appropriate for families with buggies) or the 8-10km route around the city of Luxembourg and its suburbs. Along the course participants will be able to discover different aspects of Luxembourg as well as undertake various challenges where they can earn points to win prizes.
Where: tbd
When:  10 September
Age: Everyone
Cost: 60 EUR for a team of 4 people, plus admin charge
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Wine and Grape Festival (Covid-check event)

Wine festival with live music and entertainment for young and old!
Where: Square Market, L-6755 Grevenmacher
When: 9-11 Sept
Age: Everyone
Cost: Advance ticket sale 8€ • Ticket Week-end 12€;
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Vianden Castle Paper Days (Covid-check event)

This weekend Vianden Castle is all about paper. The popular material is the focus of numerous demonstrations. In addition to selling valuable and antique books, a varied program awaits visitors. Younger visitors can immerse themselves in the world of paper in various paper workshops. On both days there will be paper and book crafts – Workshops for all ages.
Where:  Château de Vianden, 1 Rue Gaessel, L-9408 Vianden
When: 10-11 September 2022: 10-18h
Age: Everyone
Cost: Reduced admission for kids – 4 EUR; students free
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Butschebuerger Buergfest – Medieval Festival

Travel back in time with this Medieval Festival. With nearly 90 vendors and artisans, many musicians and acrobats, fire-eaters and shows this is the largest medieval festival in the Greater Region!
Where:  L-3452, Dudelange
When: 10-11 September
Age: Everyone
Cost: 9 EUR – adults; 7 EUR – if wearing medieval costume and kids 12+; free- kids under 12 years
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Ettelbrooklyn Street Festival

Live music, acrobatic performances and art will fill the streets of Ettelbruck. And there will be food trucks.
Where: Ettelbruck
When: 10 Sept: 14- 22h
Age: Everyone
Cost: Free
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Pumpkin Fest

Pumpkin fest with kids animation!
Where:  Rue Irbicht, Beringen/Mersch
When: 17- 18 Sept 2022
Age: Everyone
Cost: tbd
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On Stéitsch Festival

Festival celebrating youth talent in the areas of music and dance. Information stands as well as various workshops related to dance and music will be available.
Where: Rotondes, places de Rotondes, L-2448 Luxembourg-Bonnevoie
When: 24 Sept
Age: Everyone
Cost: Free
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Open Days Train 1900

This event is for all lovers of historic trains and it takes place in Fond-de-Gras, the Mecca of industrial and railway heritage in Luxembourg. For its traditional open house, Train 1900 three steam locomotives will travel between Pétange Fond-de-Gras and Rodange. The first train, diesel train, will depart at 11.00h at Pier TRAIN 1900 Pétange. There will be demonstrations of forge work and free guided tours.
Where:  Fond-de-Gras , Luxembourg
When: 24-25 Sept
Age: Everyone
Cost: Free
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Route du Grape Juice Kids Run

Kids Run in Remich (as part of the ROUTE DU VIN semi-marathon for adults)!
Where: Remich Esplanade
When: 25 September  2022
Age: 6+ years
Cost: Free (for online registration); 3 EUR- register at the site
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Quetschefest/ Plum Festival

Traditional food event with an array of plum products!
Where: route de Luxembourg 120, L-7360 HELMDANGE
When: 25 Sept  11-20:00h
Age: Everyone
Cost: Free
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Open Days Weekend In Luxembourg

During the Open Days weekend various businesses of all sizes and in all sectors are opening their doors to the public. There is so much to discover  – see the list of businesses open to the public on the website below!
Where:  various places
When: 17-18 September
Age: Everyone
Cost: Free
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Heritage Days at Château d’Ansembourg

As part of the heritage days program children activities will be available on both days!
Where:  Grand-Château d’Ansembourg, 10, rue de la Vallée, L-7411 Ansembourg, Luxembourg
When: 25-26 September: 11:30-16:00h  2022
Age: Everyone
Cost: Free
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Events Outside Luxembourg

– around 49 km from Luxembourg city ( Trier and surroundings ):  Trier Plays Games  10 Sept 2022
–  around 145  km from Luxembourg city (Charleville-Mézières, France): International Puppet Festival –14-18 Sept 2022

OCTOBER

AutoJumble – Classic cars on show at Luxexpo

This exhibition of old vehicles is the  largest classic auto show in the Greater Region! Autojumble presents a range of vintage vehicles as well as new and old spare parts, miniature car collections and stands with all sorts of information about classic cars and marks .
Where: Luxexpo, Hall 2, North Entrance
When: 29-30 Oct
Age: Everyone
Cost: Free – <12 years; 8 EUR – adults
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International Model Trains Exchange

If your kids adore the little trains then this event is for them – they will definitely find something that they would like to have:)
Where: Centre de Loisirs rue de l´Alzette Steinsel / G.-Herzogtum Luxemburg
When: 30 October: 10:00-16:00h
Age: Everyone
Cost: 4 EUR – adults; Free – kids under 12 years and members of model club luxembourg
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NOVEMBER

WanterFeeling at Château de Sanem

Château de Sanem will provide a magical setting for ‘Wanterfeeling’. With more than 40 stalls from offering a selection of festive decorations and foods, concerts, animations, jugglers spectacles and lanterns!
Where: Château de Sanem, L-4992 Sanem,  Luxembourg
When: 11-13 November
Age: Everyone
Cost: Free
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Walfer Book Days (Walfer Bicherdeeg)

Presentations, book sales from authors from Luxembourg and the Greater Region, readings, signings, second hand books, books for Kids … And in the program on Saturday & Sunday: 14-18h special activities for the kids – see the program on the website!
Where: Walferdange, see here
When: 19-20 Nov
Age: Everyone
Cost: Free
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Model Trains Exchange

If your kids adore the little trains then this event is for them – they will definitely find something that they would like to have:)
Where: Rue Irbicht, Beringen/Mersch
When: 27 Nov: 10:00-16:30h
Age: Everyone
Cost: 3 EUR
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DECEMBER

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