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

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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Thursday 1 October: Space mission

Luxembourg City ⏐ This workshop, taking place at the Natural History Museum from 4–6pm, gives 11-to 13-year-olds a unique opportunity to build and test rockets.

See here for more details.

Thursday 1 October: Young movers dance workshop

Luxembourg City ⏐ Starting today, and running until 17 December, this dance atelier will take place every Thursday from 6.30–8.30pm and is for anyone aged 15–35 years old. No prior experience is required!

See more information here.

Friday 2 October: Hoppla

Luxembourg City ⏐ For children aged six months to five years, this new artistic event – taking place at Neumünster and Rotondes – will give little ones a first experience in a cultural venue, with sensory performances, early learning workshops, and immersive installations for them to enjoy.

Check out the programme here.

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Saturday 3 October: Creative shoe customisation

Niederanven ⏐ This two-hour interactive workshop provides an opportunity for children to embrace their creativity by personalising their shoes.

See here for more information.

Sunday 4 October: Apple festival

Steinsel ⏐ This weekend and next, you can take part in the apple festival in Steinsel where you can 'pick your own' with different types of apples, and enjoy fresh apple juice as well as other food and drinks on site.

See more details here.

Sunday 4 October: Father's Day brunch

Wickrange ⏐ Looking for a way to celebrate Father's Day? Every first Sunday of the month, TASTE at Grid X invites you to HAPPY SUNDAYS - Taste the Brunch – with an exciting offering of hot and cold food, and activities offered for children.

See more information here.

Thursday 8 October: Pilates for children

Useldange ⏐ A session designed for children, but parents are welcome to participate!

See details here.

Thursday 8 October: Parents and babies at the museum

Luxembourg City ⏐ For parents with babies up to one year old, Villa Vauban is providing the opportunity for a guided tour just for you! There will be space for prams and a changing table will be available.

See here for more information.

LEGO
LEGO
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Friday 9 October: Baby trekking workshop

Luxembourg City ⏐ For children up to two years of age, this workshop gives them the autonomy to explore different instruments and sensory games, with their parents right there with them.

See the details here.

Saturday 10 October: STEM Racing™

Luxembourg City ⏐ The STEM Racing™ Luxembourg 2026–2027 Launch Event will take place at the International School of Luxembourg Lower School Auditorium (Building 5), with doors opening at 9am. Teams will build, test, and modify their cars throughout the morning, followed by exciting championship knockout races in the afternoon.

Whilst team registration closed on 25 September, the event is open to the public!

See here for more information.

Sunday 11 October: LEGO day

Howald ⏐ This LEGO day is an event for charity, hosted by Ladies Circle 4 Luxembourg along with JBF Toys and Trains. It promises to be a fun-filled day, with LEGO activities, a bouncy castle, bake sale, coffee, and cake – all in support of charity! Workshops lasting up to two hours will be available for children aged six to 14.

See more information here.

This Austin-Healey Sebring Sprite (3482 JW) is a charming and exceedingly rare British sports car.
This Austin-Healey Sebring Sprite (3482 JW) is a charming and exceedingly rare British sports car.
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Tuesday 13 October: British sports cars

Diekirch ⏐ Organised in collaboration with the British Sports Cars Owner Club Luxembourg and under the patronage of the British Embassy Luxembourg, this temporary exhibition at the Conservatoire National de Véhicules Historiques, will display a selection of iconic British sports cars – a not-to-be-missed event for car enthusiasts!

See details here.

Saturday 17 October: Minett Treasures

Esch-sur-Alzette ⏐ From 10–6pm children and their families are invited to immerse themselves in the history of the Minett. It will be a day of adventure and discoveries, giving an insight into industrial culture with workshops and activities.

Read more here.

Saturday 17 October: Kids skate jam

Luxembourg City ⏐ From 3pm to 6pm beginners and advanced riders are invited to join with the Skateboard Club Hollerich at the Schluechthaus for a fun kids skate jam. There will be a live DJ set, mini challenges, and a cash-for-tricks session where young skaters can show off their best moves. The whole family is welcome. Remember to bring your board and helmet!

See here for more details.

Saturday 17 October: Central and Eastern European Film Festival

Luxembourg City ⏐ Children aged two and older, along with their parents, are invited to attend the Kids’ Show, comprised of a selection of heart-warming animated shorts and cartoons from Central and Eastern Europe.

See more information here.

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Sunday 18 October: Hunnefeier

Schengen ⏐ The 'Hunnefeier' marks the end of the annual grape harvest. In celebration of this, Schengen invites you to join the festivities! There will be a flea and craft market, international street artists, an exhibition of historic tractors, and musical entertainment – a fun event for the whole family.

See more information here.

Wednesday 21: Bicherbus

Niederanven ⏐ From 2.55–3.45pm the Bicherbus will be in Niederanven and everyone is welcome to come and borrow a book, DVD, or audiobook.

See here for more details.

A digital reconstruction of 'Spicomellus afer', an ankylosaur dinosaur with bone spikes fused to each rib
A digital reconstruction of 'Spicomellus afer', an ankylosaur dinosaur with bone spikes fused to each rib
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Saturday 24 October: Dinosaur exhibition

Luxembourg City ⏐ An immersive exhibition for the whole family, Le voyage de Bumpy® at Luxexpo the Box promises to be an exciting adventure through the ages, with more than 100 animatronic creatures and plenty more to experience.

See here for more information.

Saturday 24 October: First steps at Villa Vauban

Luxembourg City ⏐ An opportunity for the youngest visitors to explore the world of art in a playful, sensory way.

See more details here.

Tuesday 27 October: Temporary exhibition: A story of trash

Differdange ⏐ This temporary exhibition – A story of trash: Beyond Consumption – is presented by The Luxembourg Science Center and the Luxembourg Center of Circular Economy (LCCE). Taking place at the science centre, the exhibition offers an interactive and captivating journey through waste, environmental challenges, and circular solutions.

See here for more information.

Thursday 29 October: Pippi Longstocking

Soleuvre ⏐ This performance of Pippi Longstocking is suitable for children from six years old – a great family event!

See more details here.

Saturday 31 October: Science experiments

Luxembourg City ⏐ Children aged nine and 10 years old are invited to join Panda Club's science workshop at the Natural History Museum – they will get to take part in experiments to discover some of the amazing 'tricks' of animals and plants.

See here for more information.

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