What: World music night
Where: Escher Theater, 122, rue de l’Alzette 4010 Esch-sur-Alzette
When: Thursday, 1 January at 7pm – info & tickets
As has become tradition, Gast Waltzing kicks off the year by crossing musical borders. At his side: the Estro Armonico Luxembourg Chamber Orchestra, Ivorian singer Dobet Gnahoré, and her band. A Grammy winner with a commanding stage presence, Gnahoré channels the creative pulse of Abidjan, weaving Manding melodies, Congolese rumba, Ivorian ziglibiti, and Cameroonian bikutsi into her sound. Modern meets traditional in a pan-African concert that’s all about exchange, energy, and shared moments on New Year’s Day.
What: Alone the Moselle Valley
Where: Um Hafen, 1 am Hafen, L-5447 Schwebsingen
When: Until 28 February, starting on Thursday, 1 January – more info here
For two months, restaurateurs along the Moselle Valley pair their wines and crémants with carefully chosen cheese selections – just the thing to brighten up January and February. Whether it’s melted fondue, hearty raclette, or a refined cheese platter, it’s a feast for the senses. Book ahead, pick a spot, and take your time enjoying a classic cold-season pairing done right. This week’s participating venue is Um Hafen, but the full list is available here.
What: Legendary Rock’n’Roll musical
Where: Grand Théâtre 1, rond-point Schuman L-2525 Luxembourg
When: Friday, 2 January and Saturday, 3 January at 3pm and 7.30pm – info & tickets
The end-of-year tradition is The Rocky Horror Show, Richard O’Brien’s cult musical that’s been getting audiences on their feet for five decades. When straight-laced Brad and Janet break down outside a suspicious mansion, they stumble into a night of glitter, mischief, and mayhem hosted by the unforgettable Dr Frank-N-Furter. Directed by Christopher Luscombe, this is less a sit-back-and-watch show than a full-blown party, fuelled by immortal singalongs like Sweet Transvestite, Dammit Janet, and the inevitable Time Warp. Dress up, loosen up, and don’t expect normal!
What: Guided tours
Where: Entry of Pétrusse Casemates, Place de la Constitution
When: Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays – info & tickets
Discover the Pétrusse Casemates, a captivating underground world carved into sandstone in the heart of Luxembourg City. Originally built to defend the city, the casemates have served a wide variety of purposes over the centuries. This impressive guided tour, led by an official guide of the City of Luxembourg, takes you through four centuries of fortress and city history – enhanced by atmospheric light and sound installations.
What: Japanese cinema from the 50s
Where: Théâtre des Capucins 9, Place du Théâtre, L-2613 Luxembourg City
When: Saturday, 3 January at 5.45pm – more info here
Yasujirō Ozu’s Tokyo Story follows an elderly couple visiting their grown children in post-war Tokyo – an unassuming premise that unfolds into a quietly devastating portrait of family, time, and distance. Made in 1953, the film’s stillness and emotional precision have lost none of their power, earning it a place near the very top of cinema history. Unflashy, deeply humane, and profoundly moving.
What: For ages 6 and over
Where: National Museum, Marché-aux-Poissons, L-2345 Luxembourg
When: Sunday, 4 January at 2pm – more info here
This experience for children explores the ways humans transform and inhabit their surroundings, guided by characters drawn from Luxembourgish tales and myths. Their stories lead you through shadowy forests, restless rivers, carefully tended fields, and land marked by machines – revealing a world where nature, labour, and imagination are closely intertwined.
What: Month-long family circus show
Where: Glacis
When: Running until 4 January – info & tickets
Until 4 January, the Champ du Glacis transforms into a sparkling winter wonderland, presenting the annual Adventscircus Cirque du Lux with its festive big top. Twinkling lights, dazzling scenery, and a magical atmosphere make it an unforgettable experience. Expect clowns, acrobatics, and lots of fun for young and old. There are no animals and there’s no language barrier, only surprises and lots of wonderous moments!
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