For those of us hanging out in the Grand Duchy over the holidays, there is still plenty on to keep us all happy and entertained. Check out the Congés Annulés festival throughout the month, watch the Waiter's Hill Race, head to the Moselle for some wine-tasting, and culture and be first on that Schueberfouer rollercoaster.
1 August – Cine Concert: Buster Keaton & Charlie Chaplin: Sherlock Jr – CINEMA
The City Open Air Cinema is closing with a special Cine Concert in celebration of the 100th anniversary of Buster Keaton’s Sherlock Jr accompanied by a live musical performance. All screenings start at 21:30 and are free of charge. Place Guillaume (Knuedler), Luxembourg City.
1 August – Ceramic workshop – Luxembourg City – ART
Take a moment to unwind, focus on your creative side and learn the basics of clay at several workshops this summer. The theme is Working Imperfection. Open for all levels, adults and children at Subtile Showroom-Gallery, 21a Avenue Gaston Diderich. Check out all details and registration on the event page
1 – 21 August - Les Congés Annulés – Luxembourg City – MUSIC
Head down to the Rotondes for their annual summer festival 'Les Congés Annulés'. From concerts, DJ sets and festivities, highlights include Butch Cassidy, Bill Ryder-Jones, Mutiny on the Bounty and Hotline TNT. Check out the full programme on the following web page.
1 August – 1 September – Grand Ducal Palace – VISIT
Visit the Grand Ducal Palace over the summer and take a sneaky peek at the official residence of the Grand Duke, where he performs his duties as head of state. Guided tours are available in Luxembourgish, French, English and German. Tickets are available via the website of the Luxembourg City Tourist Office.
2 August – Macrame workshop – Luxembourg City – ART
During the summer months, adults can also take part in the workshops organised by Villa Vauban. Come along and make a Macrame mirror with Elise, the founder of Les lovers. Starts at 18:00 at Villa Vauban, Avenue Emile Reuter 18, Luxembourg City. Registration on visites@2musees.vld.lu
3 August –Red Cross Monthly Bazaar – Luxembourg City - MARKET
Looking for a bargain? Head to the Luxembourg Red Cross, which is holding its monthly bazaar for second-hand clothes, toys and accessories aimed at raising funds to support its work. Address: 5 Rue des Bruyeres, 1274 Howald from 10:00 to 17:00.
3 August – Organ Recital – Notre Dame Cathedral – Luxembourg City – MUSIC
Take a moment from Saturday shopping to listen to Michel Krier playing the organ in Notre Dame Cathedral. Entrance is free. 11:00 to 11:30.
3-4 August – "Wine Culture Enjoy" – Bech-Kleinmacher – MEET
On the first weekend in August, the Luxembourg Moselle region is inviting wine lovers to “Wine Culture Enjoy” to discover museums and wineries in the region in combination with concerts and wine tastings.
3-4 August – Vintage Cars and Bikes – Steinfort – MEET
For petrol heads, this 8th national fair of motorcycles, tractors and cars manufactured before 1985 is a must. You will find stands with spare parts, equipment tools and many other stands linked to the automobile across Steinfort from the primary school to the Cultural Center.
4 August - Art Market Grund - Luxembourg City - ART
Spend your Sunday at the open-air exhibition 'Konscht am Gronn' in the Grund. National and international artists will showcase their art, from paintings and drawings, photography, pottery, woodwork, glassblowing and much more. Rue Munster, Luxembourg : 10:00 – 18:00.
6 August – Chris Isaak – Luxembourg City - MUSIC
Platinum-selling American singer and actor Chris Issak is performing at den Atelier with his longtime band Silvertone.Noted for his reverb-laden rockabilly revivalist style and wide vocal range, he is popularly known for his breakthrough hit and signature song "Wicked Game"; as well as international hits such as "Blue Hotel", "Baby Did a Bad Bad Thing", and "Somebody's Crying". Tickets are still available at time of writing
7 August – Arboretum tour – Luxembourg City – MEET
For something different, take a guided tour through the arboretum in Kirchberg with the botanical curator from the National Musum of National History. Tours are in Luxembourgish, French and English and entrance is free.
7 August – Ladies Night: “It Ends With Us” – CINEMA
It Ends With Us Trailer
So, for the women out there, who want to watch this weepie before the rest of the Luxembourg public, make your way to Kinepolis and take part in a Ladies Night Event. Adapted from the Colleen Hoover novel, Lily overcomes a traumatic childhood to embark on a new life. A chance meeting with a neurosurgeon sparks a connection but Lily begins to see sides of him that remind her of her parents’ relationship.
7 August – Opera: Turandot – CINEMA
A rerun of the MET performance of the Puccini opera “Turandot” is showing at Cine Utopia. All screenings start at 13.45 and performances are in their original language with English subtitles.
8 August – Gene Simmons Band – Luxembourg City – MUSIC
Discover the world of Gene Simmons, the rock legend and co-founder of the legendary band KISS. Playing at den Atelier, you can explore the life of a rock god, serial entrepreneur and philanthropist.
8 August – Alpaca Trekking – Beckerich – MEET
Meet Luxembourg’s Alpacas and let them lead you on a relaxed hike along a picturesque 4km route through the countryside. Tickets are 30 euros per person and the group sets off from Hoverange, near Beckerich at 18:00. Tickets available here: https://www.visitguttland.lu/de/angebot/alpaka-trekking
9-11 August – e-Lake festival – Echternach – MUSIC
Dive into the beats and rhythms at the e-Lake festival in Echternach, with headliners such as Markus Schulz and rising stars from OG Keemo, Itchy and Ben Gold. There is no camping at this year’s festival, but organisers have organised a free-of-charge shuttle bus service.
11 August – The Waiter’s Hill Race – Luxembourg City – SPORT
For the best fun you can have legally, head to de Gudde Wellen to watch waiters from different bars and restaurants as well as bar aficionados race through the streets, while carefully balancing trays filled with drinks. There will be obstacles and a catwalk at the end and the jury will pick winners – not only for speed but also for the person who did the best walk, had the best costume and spilled the fewest drinks. You can also choose to participate if you fancy your chances against the professionals.
11 August - Olympics Closing Ceremony – SPORT
A few hours after the conclusion of the women’s marathon, the final event of the Olympic Games, the Closing Ceremony will bring to a close more than two weeks of sporting feats and festivities. Wrapping up the Olympics in style, an all-new show “Records” will be staged in the Stade de France in the evening. If you have missed out on tickets to see this in Paris in person, you can watch it live on https://www.olympiades.lu/livestream-eoes24/. Watch this space for possible public screenings.
14 August – Opera: Porgy and Bess – Luxembourg City- CINEMA
A rerun of the MET opera performance of George Gershwin’s “Porgy and Bess” is showing at Cine Utopia. All screenings start at 13.45 and performances are in their original language with English subtitles.
15 -17 August – BELONG World Music Festival – Esch-sur-Alzette – MUSIC
Use your bank holiday (15 August) to join the BELONG Festival, a celebration of Luxembourg’s multicultural heritage. Watch live concerts featuring world-music ensembles, participate in workshops and engage with artists and attendees in cultural exchanges. Entrance is free. Batiment 4, Esch-sur-Alzette.
16 August – Candlelight: Coldplay vs Imagine Dragons – Luxembourg City – MUSIC
If you can’t decide whether you prefer the style and sound of Imagine Dragons or Coldplay, come and experience a wonderful concert by Candlelight at the Hotel le Royal, showcasing both their greatest songs.
16 August – Midday Concert – Luxembourg City – MUSIC
Come and enjoy a classical, free concert featuring a string trio called Trio D’ARCO at the Villa Vauban Park. The ”concerts de midi” are designed to provide music lovers with a chance to enjoy a midday musical interlude. All concerts take place from 12:30-13:30.
16 August – Mutiny on the Bounty – Rotondes – Luxembourg City – MUSIC
Renowned for their electrifying live shows, Mutiny on the Bounty are bringing their signature sound to the Rotondes, as part of the Congés Annulés Festival. The band’s signature sound is a mix of heavy riffs, intricate melodies, lush soundscapes and complex rhythms that are both challenging and accessible.
17 August – Chalk – Rotondes – Luxembourg City – MUSIC
Chalk, the three-piece from Belfast have fast established themselves as one of the most talked-about acts on the emerging scene, following the release of their debut album earlier this year. Supported by Steffou (DJ Set) at Rotondes, as part of the Congés Annulés festival.
17 August – Organ Recital – Notre Dame Cathedral – Luxembourg City – MUSIC
Take a moment from Saturday shopping to listen to Nikola Eckertova-Zasman playing Musica dominicalis by Petr Eben on the organ in Notre Dame Cathedral. Entrance is free. 11:00 to 11:30
18 August – Vinyl Sale – Luxembourg City – MEET
Whether you are a compulsive vinyl buyer or want to sell some of your records, spend a day at Luxembourg’s first private music flea market (Vide-Disques – Merch-O-Rama) at the Rotondes. Starts at 12:00 to 18:00 as part of Les Congés Annulés.
19 August – The Amity Affliction – Luxembourg City – MUSIC
In Luxembourg for the first time, Australian rock band The Amity Affliction are performing their 2014 album “Let the Ocean Take Me” in its entirety at den Atelier. Supported by Emmure & Blacktoothed.
19 August – Protomartyr – Rotondes - Luxembourg City – MUSIC
Protomartyr’s music, inspired by the environmental and economic conditions of their hometown of Detroit are bringing their post-punk sound to the Rotondes. Supported by Bobby Would and Silent Kid (DJ set).
19 August – The Offspring – Esch/Alzette – MUSIC
The Offspring: Kids aren't alright
Tickets are sold out for the punk rock spectacle that is "The Offspring" at the Rockhal. Listen to Today Radio for the latest competition to win tickets.
22 August – Tinariwen – Luxembourg City – MUSIC
Tinariwen is a Tuareg music band formed in 1979 on the borders of Mali and Algeria. Pioneers of the assouf style (“nostalgia” in Tamashek), they address Taureg people’s preoccupations in songs that mix traditional West African and Arab music with blues, folk and other influences. Playing at den Atelier. Tickets are 37,80 and still available at time of writing.
23 August – 11 September - Schueberfouer 2024 – Luxembourg City – FAIR
Get ready for non-stop excitement & food at Luxembourg’s iconic fun fair,the Schueberfouer, running for 20 days until the 11 September . From delicious Gromperekichelcher to bumper cars and terrifying rides, this is the most fun you can have in Luxembourg.
24 August - Antique and Flea Market - Luxembourg City - MARKETS
Bargain hunters and visitors can peruse and acquire curios, collectors' items and treasures at the antique and flea market (marché à la brocante), held on Place d’Armes twice a month.
26 August – Swing Social Dance – Luxembourg City – MEET
Have you ever wanted to try swing dancing? Then this is your chance at a beginner taster class, held at Rotondes from 19:00-22:30. Entrance is free of charge.
30 August – Midday Concert – Luxembourg City – MUSIC
Come and enjoy a classical, free concert featuring a string trio called the Eklektic trio (saxophone, oud and guitar) at the Villa Vauban Park. The ”concerts de midi” are designed to provide music lovers with a chance to enjoy a midday musical interlude. All concerts take place from 12:30-13:30.
31 August – Gilli Apter – Luxembourg City – COMEDY
Gilli Apter is one of South Africa’s top comedians, featured on the Netflix show Only Jokes Allowed, and host of the the international his show Story Party/True Dating Stories. She is performing at Carlitos Comedy Club at 20:00 in the show “The hilarious Deep Amazing Luxembourg Comedy Show”. 65 Rue du Fort Neipperg, 2230 Gare Luxembourg.
31 August – Mamma Mia! – Luxembourg City – CINEMA
Mamma Mia - Dancing Queen
If you have somehow never seen the 2008 screen adaptation of Mamma Mia! or just need a lift on this last day of August, head to the Cinematheque and re-watch this ever-popular musical. Film starts at 19:00.
Be sure to check back regularly as our monthly guide series evolves and expands. This guide is put together by Sasha Kehoe for Today Radio and RTL Today. Think we've missed something out, then send us your suggestions to contenttoday@rtl.lu.
