Events for 2012 - 2013
ING-Europe Marathon Luxembourg
Luxembourg City
May 19, 2012
The annual evening marathon in Luxembourg City is more than just a race through the city streets. Festivals, food, and street performances line the event while participants are invited to a relaxing jacuzzi at the finish line.
New Orleans Meets Luxembourg
Luxembourg City
May 26 - May 28, 2012
The New Orleans Meets Luxembourg music festival takes place in the center of Luxembourg and includes free live music, traditional Louisiana food as well as a jazz brunch on the last day of the festival. Come enjoy the American Deep South in Luxembourg!
National Day
Luxembourg
June 22 - June 23, 2012
Get to Luxembourg City early for this event that rivals New Years celebrations around the world. A parade by torchlight begins the nights festivities leading to a fantastic fireworks display that can be seen from around the Petrusse Valley. Music of all genres can be heard throughout the Place Guillaume and the Place dArmes. Come hungry, as sausages and local beers are served well into the night.
Schueberfouer
Luxembourg City
August 24 - September 12, 2012
Schueberfouer began in 1340 as an ancient shepherds market and is now among the oldest still celebrated in Europe. This modest market has transformed into an astounding fair that culminates with a spectacular fireworks display. As homage to the original shepherd's market, the event features a parade of decorated sheep, which are herded through the citys streets.
Walnut Market
Vianden
October, 2012
The Ardennes provides a beautiful backdrop for Vianden's Walnut Market, where walnuts are celebrated in all of their forms. From the more widely known cakes and candies to lesser known concoctions such as walnut pizza, everyone can enjoy this nut. Also, be sure not to miss the annual Nut Parade or the savory walnut liquor!
Luxembourg City Christmas Market
Luxembourg City
November 24 - January 5, 2013
Christmas officially begins on the Place d'Armes once the annual market comes to town. Here, you can find a variety of Christmas candies, tree decorations and festive handmade crafts. Braving the cold is no sweat as warm mulled wine, Drepp, and Mettwirscht is available throughout the market.
Luxembourg Euro-Meet
January 25 - January 27, 2013
The Luxembourg Euro-Meet is an exciting, internationally known swim meet. Athletes from around the world will be competing here, in hopes of qualifying for the world championships.