Welcome to the weekend! Celebrate International Women's Day events, hear Helado Negro concert, watch films, join the Postlaf, or hunt for spring fabrics.
1. Be inspired at DIY fashion fair
What: All around spring
Where: LuxExpo, 10 Circuit de La Foire Internationale, 1347 Kirchberg
When: Saturday, 9 March between 10am-5pm - FREE - more info here
"Stoffenspektakel" (fabric spectacle) is back at LuxExpo this weekend. Discover the latest fabrics as well as great bargains at this DIY fashion fair, which will showcase clothing, curtains, furniture, merchandise, haberdashery, sewing machines and more. Over 40 companies are represented, each with completely their own style, and entrance is totally free.
See Emma's suggestions on Today Radio's TikTok!
2. Take part in International Women's Day events
We're marking International Women's Day on 8 March this year, and quite a few events are celebrating this. First, the annual women's march by JIF departs Place de Paris at 5pm. The British Chamber of Commerce for Luxembourg, in partnership with the British Ladies Club, is hosting a panel at 6pm on Friday at Silversquare, talking about professional success, empowerment and building a women-led community. Villa Vauban has guided, thematic visits on its exhibition, and Kulturhuef is screening a film about inspiring ladies of Luxembourg. End your Friday with a 'Queen's Night' party, or settle into Sunday with a jazz concert giving voice to the strong women of Greek mythology.
3. Hear Helado Negro
What: Folk indie pop
Where: Kulturfabrik, 116 Rue de Luxembourg, 4221 Esch-sur-Alzette
When: Saturday, 9 March at 7.30pm - info & tickets
Born in South Florida in 1980 to Ecuadorian immigrant parents, multi-instrumentalist Roberto Carlos Lange creates vibrant dreamscapes under the name Helado Negro. His songs are infused with vibrant melodies, sharp lyrics and subtle, even whispered hooks. His albums and the man himself have travelled around the globe, growing a dedicated audience. Support on the night is provided by spoken word artist and musician Joshua Idehen.
4. Run 10km at Postlaf
What: Fun Sunday run
Where: Zone Industrielle Cloche d’Or Gasperich (rue Emile Bian)
When: Sunday, 10 March at 10am - more info here
Take part in the 10-kilometre Postlaf on Sunday, taking place around Cloche d’Or. There are prizes to win for the top runners, as well as a tombola, so it's going to be a fun family affair. Registration is possible on the day itself between 8am-9.30am, with the race shot fired at 10am (it's cheaper if you register in advance, though). There's also a kids run of 500m and 1000m. More info here.
5. See films on last weekend of LuxFilmFest
What: Celebrating local & international film
Where: Various venues around Luxembourg City
When: Until Sunday, 10 March - info, tickets & full programme
The 14th edition of the Luxembourg City Film Festival runs until Sunday 10 March. Each year, the committee watches over 700 films to make their final selection for the festival, which celebrates films from Luxembourg and abroad. Screenings and events are taking place at venues such as the Cinémathèque, Ciné Utopia, Kinepolis, Casino and Neimenster, and international juries will be handing out grand prizes.
Duncan Roberts, who joined the selection committee in 2017, visited Melissa Dalton on The Home Stretch last week to chat about this year's festival.
6. Do musical yoga for kids
What: For ages 6-10
Where: Philharmonie, 1 Pl. de l'Europe, 1499 Luxembourg
When: Sunday, 10 March at 10am and 11.15am - info & tickets
In search of lost treasures, vanished places and fabulous stories, Laura Clement and Steve Boehm will solve many riddles and find legendary artifacts with young participants at the Philharmonie. All they need is their own body and some music. With the help of the magic of yoga asanas and live performance, this is a fun, interactive yoga concert!
© Sebastian Curi
7. Get funny at American standup night
What: Lisa Curry is in town!
Where: Carlito's, 65 Rue du Fort Neipperg, 2230 Gare Luxembourg
When: Thursday, 7 March and Friday, 8 March at 8pm - info & tickets
It's American standup night at Carlito's Comedy Club. Lisa Curry is headlining, a touring comedian and TV writer based in LA. She's performed all over the globe, and has written for NBC, Comedy Central and Sirius XM. She is joined on stage by Sofiya Alexandra from Ukraine with her goofy humour, as well as Franco-American Cheekay Brown, bringing some really dark humour and multicultural jokes to the stage.
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