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

Gemma Gaskin
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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Saturday 1 August: Kanner in the City

Luxembourg City ⏐ An annual event, the theme of this year's Kanner in the City festival is a journey through the world of children's books. On 31 July (from 2.30–5.30pm) and 1 August (from 2.30-6.30), Luxembourg City will be transformed into a massive playground for children, with a plethora of games and activities all over the city. It is organised by the City's Childcare department (Département CAPEL), and promises to be a memorable couple of days. See here for more details.

Saturday 1 August: Stater Maart

Luxembourg City ⏐ At 7.30am, the weekly market at Place Guillaume II will open with a wonderful and varied offering, from fresh fruit and vegetables, to flowers, spices, fresh cheese, and many other artisanal products. See here for more details.

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Sunday 2 August: Sunset Cinema

Luxembourg City ⏐ From 29 July until 16 August, Sunset Cinema's sixth edition will take place at Parc Kirchberg. Entry is free, and each night two films will be shown – one starting at 6pm, suitable for children, and one starting later, between 9–9.30pm. Doors open at 5pm.

See the movie programme here.

Wednesday 5 August: Children's baking workshop

Luxembourg City ⏐ Running every Wednesday afternoon this summer, from 3.30–5pm, until 15 August, Patisserie Alegría is hosting a workshop for children at it's city-centre location where children can make small cakes and cookies. See here for more information.

Thursday 6 August: Family afternoon at the Schmithaff

Useldingen ⏐ Families with children aged 2–9 years are invited to the farm for a fun-filled afternoon of activities, including feeding the cows, turning cream into butter, and toasting marshmallows by the fire. The afternoon will run from 2–5.30pm. See here for more details.

Friday 7 August: City Open Air Cinema

Luxembourg City ⏐ The City Open Air Cinema will run in different locations on different dates. From 6–8 August, it will take place at Place Léon XIII in Bonnevoie. The sunset screenings start at around 9.15pm. See more details here.

Saturday 8 August: Early bird kayak tour

Lultzhausen ⏐ Starting at 5.30am, this kayak tour will be an invigorating way to start the day. In a group of no more than 12 people, a highlight will be watching the sunrise over the Éislek. Once the tour is finished, you will return to the youth hostel for a hearty breakfast. See here for all the details.

Saturday 8 August: Villa Plage

Luxembourg City ⏐ During the summer, Villa Vauban is running a variety of workshops for children. This particular workshop is for family duos with children aged four and older, and offers the opportunity to create your own little Nana, using mixed techniques (for those unsure of who Nana is, Nana is the large dancing sculpture in the Villa Vauban park). See here for more details.

Sunday 9 August: Sand castle competition

Differdange ⏐ Today is Kids Afternoon at DiffBeach! Starting at 4pm, there will be an afternoon of entertainment, including a sand castle competition. See here for more details and to register for the sand castle competition.

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Tuesday 11 August: Péckvillchen Workshop

Kehlen ⏐ An experience for the whole family, come and learn the art of traditional pottery and create your own Péckvillchen, a ceramic bird-shaped pipe. The workshop will take place from 2–4pm, and children need to be at least six years old - see further details here.

Wednesday 12 August: Solar Eclipse Day

Ettelbruck ⏐ This free event is open to everyone, giving the opportunity to learn more about the eclipse, participate in science workshops, solar observations, and familiy activities. See more details here.

Friday 14 August: Museum workshops

Grevenmacher⏐ From 2–4pm, children from six years can participate in an activity that uses wooden letters from the museum collection to create a unique piece of art. See more details here.

Saturday 15 August: Sports for all

Luxembourg City ⏐ From 10 July to 30 August daily sports activities at the Kinnekswiss, organised by the City, will be available for all ages to participate in. Sports equipment will be available free of charge for people of all ages to try out different sports. Qualified staff will be present during the week from 11.30am to 7.30pm. See more details here.

Monday 17 August: Palace tours

Luxembourg City ⏐ Guided tours of the Grand Ducal Palace are taking place from 18 July to 30 August. Take advantage of this opportunity, run by the Luxembourg City Tourist Office, to have a look behind the scenes! See here for details.

Thursday 20 August: Bees in the City

Luxembourg City ⏐ An unmissable opportunity for those who would like to learn about bees and their habitat, with a guided tour of the bee trail. Participation is free, but registration is required. Sessions are running on different dates throughout the summer, and each date is offered in a different language. See here for more details.

Friday 21 August: Schueberfouer

Luxembourg City ⏐ The Schueberfouer starts today and runs every day, until 9 September. With many different rides to enjoy, and a variety of food options to choose from, it's a great activity for the family. See more details here.

Saturday 22 August: Water sports courses for beginners

Lultzhausen ⏐ Spend a day with qualified instructors learning about water sports. No prior experience is required, and all equipment is provided. Registration is required - please see here for more details.

Monday 24 August: Jump for fun

Luxembourg City ⏐From 10 July until 13 September there will be a trampoline park in Merl Park. Weather permitting, this will be open every day, for both adults and children, from midday until 8pm, and is free of charge. See more details here.

Tuesday 25 August: Mudam: Visit for children and grandparents

Luxembourg City ⏐ Children have the opportunity to accompany their grandparents for an interactive guided tour at the Mudam, from 3–3.45pm. Booking is required – see here for more details!

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Wednesday 26 August: City Promenade

Luxembourg City ⏐ Take part in a walking tour to learn more about Luxembourg City! Accompanied by an official guide, you'll learn about important monuments and enjoy breathtaking views. See details here.

Saturday 29 August: Mini chefs atelier

Steinfort ⏐ Calling all mini chefs! Genevah is hosting a lollipop making workshop, of approximately 45 minutes, where children aged five and older can create their own chocolate lollipops. They will also enjoy a tasting and an introduction to the world of chocolate. See the details here.

Saturday 29 August: Outdoor stories

Luxembourg City ⏐ Organised by the Luxembourg City Library, readings will take place at Villa Vauban as part of the Villa Plage summer programme. The reading takes place between 10.30 and 11.30am, and registration is required. Readings are suitable for children aged 4–10 years, broken down into two groups – Tuff-Junior and Tuffi-Pro. See here for more details.

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