Welcome to the new year, filled with theatre, dance, and lots of live music. Discover our top tips below!
31 Dec - NYE at De Gudde Wëllen - PARTY
Dive into the stellar new year at De Gudde Wëllen's NYE party, including a walking dinner and DJ night (although tickets for party-only also available). Expect an international line-up, tasty food and cocktails, and great company. Don't forget your shining outfit. Walking dinner tickets are €36.30 and party-only €13.50.
Until 1 Jan - Winterlights & Christmas Market - Luxembourg - MARKET
Luxembourg City's Christmas market has been in the throws of a month of festive fun and activities. Skate through the ice rink, look at illuminated decorations, and explore the market chalets, concerts, and workshops one last time before it's all packed up until next year. Full programme here.
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1 Jan - New Year's Eve Concert - CONCERT
We may still be in rainy Luxembourg, but the musicians of the Escher Theatre are taking you to the elegant, soft beaches of Rio de Janeiro with a set list of seductive bossa nova, rhythmic samba, and smooth jazz in their New Year's Eve concert. As is the case every year, local icon Gast Waltzing will conduct, and the show will feature Brazilian singer Paula Morelenbaum and the Orchestre national de Jazz Luxembourg. Tickets for adults and kids.
2 Jan - 5 Jan - The Little Prince - THEATRE
See fresh choreographies, aerial acrobatics, and video projections at this contemporary adaption of Saint-Exupery’s masterpiece The Little Prince, perfect for kids 6 and older. The show is in French with German and English subtitles, and tickets are between €8-€25.
Until 5 Jan - Cirque du Luxembourg - Glacis - CIRCUS
Luxembourg's magical Christmas Show goes into its last weekend. Prepare for a fun-filled event with performers from the world-famous Cirque du Soleil and Monte-Carlo Circus Festival. With breathtaking performances, thrilling acts, a family-friendly atmosphere, and an animal-free show, you're in for a magical experience. Tickets start at €40.
2 Jan - World Gospel Family - MUSIC
Attend this concert by the World Gospel Family, performed with authentic joy and good humour. Its music carries a message from African-American culture and Black heritage, and the set list includes many important and famous tunes. Tickets start at €17.50 for adults.
3 Jan - 8 Feb - Wine Cheese Enjoy - FOOD
Winemakers and restaurateurs along the Moselle are hosting nightly events centered on fondue, raclette, and other cheeses paired with delicious local wines. The events run for two months at different locations every weekend. See programme here and reserve spots at restaurants.
3 Jan - 5 Jan - Expo Creativ - MARKET
Discover everything to do with artisan work, handcrafts, and creative design at the Expo Creativ. You'll find materials, inspirations, and lots of creative people to chat to about your next projects ideas. Tickets €8, free for kids under 7.
4 Jan - Candlelight concert by Icon Strings - MUSIC
Immerse yourself in timeless melodies of Andrew Lloyd Webber, Stephen Sondheim, and more, all whilst surrounded by beautiful candlelight. Icon Strings is made up of award-winning musicians from London, who have played venues like Royal Albert Hall, the Wigmore Hall and Concertgebouw Amsterdam. Now in Marnach, €35.
4 Jan - Singin' In The Rain - CINEMA
Don and Lina are accomplished silent film actors who have often worked together. However, with the gradual transition of silent films to talkies, they face their share of struggles. At 8.30pm. Full cinema programme here.
4 Jan - 5 Jan - Yé! - THEATRE
The 13 members of Circus Baobab collective first displayed their acrobatic skills on the beach, and now perform on global stages. See acrobatic lifts propelling them in the air, vertiginous human pyramids and powerful hand-to-hand combat, all with a global message about reducing our plastic waste. Tickets under €20 at Escher Theater, with Saturday's performance at 8pm and 5pm on Sunday.
7 Jan - David Nihill - COMEDY
Irishman David Nihill will bring his cultural observations from the world to Carlitos Comedy Club that the LA Times branded as "One of Netflix is A Joke Fest's funniest shows". Tickets €30.
8 Jan - Danceperados of Ireland - DANCE
You can't stop Irish people dancing, it's in their blood! Danceperados of Ireland channel exactly that spirit. Come to this rousing show full of step-dancing, Irish music, beautiful green costumes, and high-paced energy. Tickets as of €35 plus fees at Opderschmelz.
8 Jan - El Topo - CINEMA
In this Mexican film from the 70s, an outlaw, El Topo defies the Four Masters of the Desert for the love of a woman. Having defeated them, his conscience rises until his wife betrays him, and his new life as a holy man begins. Starts at 8.15pm, more info on website.
9 Jan - Paris qui dort - CINEMA
Live cinema of silent comedy film Paris qui dort with musical accompaniment by drummer Stéphane Scharlé. Starts 7pm. Tickets on website.
9 Jan - 10 Jan - Birth - THEATRE
Birth is a heartfelt production depicting the interconnected narratives of three generations of women within a single family, as they go through pregnancy, motherhood, marriage, and loss. Powerful storytelling without words. Tickets €20.
10 Jan - NEA LONE - MUSIC
Luxembourg keyboardist and organ player Nea Lone combines her jazz background with a modern melting pot of hip hop, soul, and rock. Tickets are €15-€25 for this Deluxe Session at Trifolion.
11 Jan - Jordi Savall - MUSIC
Navigating on the borders of music and history, Jordi Savall explores the infamous routes of slavery through songs of resistance and hope. He has formed an eclectic global ensemble of musicians joining him on stage. Tickets as of €30.
12 Jan - Metalbörse - FAIR
Find all things metal at the Metalbörse, including vinyls, shirts, CDs, signed items, and more. It's a great community gathering of metalheads at Rockhal, and entry is free as of 11am.
12 Jan - Re/pair your clothes - WORKSHOP
Rekindle the bond with your rough jeans or hole-filled socks as costume designer Peggy Wurth will help you fix your clothes with the right fabrics. You can participate in both workshops if you like (10am and 2pm), and there's lunch in-between. Reserve here.
12 Jan - Reggie Washington - MUSIC
Reggie Washington was a key player in the modern jazz revolution of the 80s and 90s, collaborating with some of the biggest names. Together with Hervé Samb the duo will play jazz infused with Afro-American music and traditional Senegalese rhythms. Starts 11am, tickets €6.
12 Jan - Flea Market - MARKET
Visit the monthly flea market at Domaines Vinsmoselles, or book your own table for €5 ahead of 10 January. Besides finding new gems at the flea market, there's also plenty to eat and drink. More info here.
13 Jan - Luxembourg Philharmonic Academy - MUSIC
Launched in 2021, the Luxembourg Philharmonic Academy was created to train and support the next generation of orchestra musicians. Exceptional young talents from all over the world gather in Luxembourg for two years of intensive training. Watch their hard work pay off at this concert when the class of 2023–2025 takes to the stage. Tickets as of €18.
14 Jan - Queenmania - MUSIC
Queenmania takes you on a rollercoaster ride of Queen's biggest hits, including "A Kind Of Magic," "Don't Stop Me Now," "Bohemian Rhapsody," "We Are The Champions," and many more. A nostalgic live performance. Tickets between €39-€55 at Trifolion.
14 Jan - 19 Jan - Be Kind - THEATRE
Baby theatre at Rotondes for babies under 18 months: Be Kind is a gentle theatrical and circus experience unique to the senses, with luminous juggling, the morning songs of birds, vibrations, and movements and other little interactions fun for babies. Tickets €8 for babies and €14 for the accompanying adults.
15 Jan - Creedence Clearwater Review - MUSIC
Hear massive hits like "Proud Mary", "Bad Moon Rising", "Have You Ever Seen The Rain," and "Up Around The Band" by the British Creedence Clearwater Revival tribute band, 55 years after the original legendary tour. Tickets between €39-€59 at Trifolion.
16 Jan: Sir Simon Rattle - MUSIC
See legendary conductor Sir Simon Rattle, pianist Krystian Zimerman, and jazz guitarist John Scofield with the London Symphony Orchestra. A real winning team here, you're in for a treat. Tickets as of €52.
17 Jan - Tribute to The Beatles - MUSIC
TImeless tunes by the Fabulous Four performed by 22 passionate musicians from The Greater Region. Expect acclaimed masterpieces, lesser-known gems, and oddities to a feast of sounds. The true spirit of The Beatles on stage! Tickets €20 plus fees at Opderschmelz.
17 Jan - Al-Kindi Ensemble - MUSIC
Known in Europe as «whirling dervishes», the group from Damascus will be accompanied on the stage of the Philharmonie's Grand Auditorium by the musicians of the Al-Kindi Ensemble, a veritable conservatory of Syrian and Turkish Sufi musical traditions. A dizzying show, in every sense of the word. Tickets start at €26.
17 Jan - 18 Jan - Ombra - THEATRE
The Opera Ballet Vlaanderen presents Ombra by choreographer Alain Platel, alongside the Luxembourg Philharmonic, exploring human connections and emotions set under the boughs of a majestic tree. Tickets as of €25.
18 Jan - You Can Sing - MUSIC
Presented for the first time in Luxembourg, RTL and Rockhal are launching a singing competition for children and teenagers aged 8-14. The young participants will be mentored by Tali, winner of the Luxembourg Song Contest 2024, rehearse and perform on 18 January at Rockhal in front of family and friends. They'll also get a backstage pass to the Luxembourg Song Contest on 25 January. Register for tickets here, kids can apply to perform until 31 December.
18 Jan - Pleasing - MUSIC
Alternative rock band Pleasing are hosting a multidisciplinary show at Kulturfabrik that invites the audience to wander their art gallery corridor, watch a theatre piece performed before the concert, as well as the show itself. Limited tickets as of €12.50.
18 Jan - Bock Casemates - TOUR
Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, these underground tunnels carved into the rock bear witness to the fortress city’s turbulent past. Visitors can enjoy stunning views of the lower town through the many openings and loopholes. Tours are every Saturday, start at 2.30pm and cost €18.
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19 Jan - Aladdin musical on stage - THEATRE
Magic, elegant costumes and a fantasy backdrop come together in this 1992 Disney stage adaptation of Aladdin at Trifolion, for the whole family as of four years old. Spoken language is German, with two shows at 11am and 3pm. Tickets as of €28.
19 Jan - Fantasia - CINEMA
See music come to life in eight beautiful animation sequences of Disney's classic. Two screenings this day: At 3pm and 5pm. Tickets on website.
20 Jan - Bjørn Berge - MUSIC
Bjørn Berge is an incredible guitarist, travelling the world with his blues, rock, ballad, and funk tunes. He has released 12 albums and received the Norwegian Grammy in the Blues category twice. A thrilling show at Opderschmelz, tickets as of €25 plus fees.
22 Jan - Board Game Night - SOCIAL
Join De Gudde Wëllen's monthly board game night, with tasty drinks, vegetarian/vegan snacks, and plenty of alternatives to the dusty classic games. Organiser board.gamenights will keep you up to date on what to expect each month. The gaming fee is €5, paid at the end of your night with the bill.
22 Jan - LGBTIQ+ Panel - TALK
Join a discussion on what access to culture LGBTIQ+ people have in Luxembourg, what experiences queer artists/cultural actors have, and what cultural institutions should be providing. Ideas and thoughts are welcome to be shared by the public. Hosted by Luxembourg's LEQGF (Queer Studies - Gender Studies - Feminist Studies). Free event but fill out this form. Starts 6pm.
23 Jan - MEMORIALS - MUSIC
Inspired by Broadcast, Portishead, and The Velvet Underground, UK-based MEMORIALS merge psychedelic rock, far out folk, and wild analogue electronics. See the band at Rotondes for €14.
23 Jan - Tatty Mcleod - COMEDY
Hot off the back of a sold-out UK tour, Tatty Macleod is bringing her certain 'je ne sais quoi' to Europe. Building on her hugely popular English vs French online sketches (over 390k followers on Instagram), Macleod asks the important questions about belonging and finding your tribe. Last tickets available for €38,90 at Den Atelier.
23 Jan - 25 Jan - RESET Jazz Festival - MUSIC
This January, eight artists from across Europe will share a residency at the heart of Neimënster. Their unique individual talents will collaborate and result in new music, which is presented in duos, as well as the full band. See the full programme here.
25 Jan - Children's Book Day - FAIR
The City of Dudelange is hosting the 16th children's and young people's book fair, free from 10am-6pm. Over 30 national and international authors and publishers await guests at Opderschmelz, and there are workshops, performances, and plenty of readings. Full timetable to be released shortly here.
25 Jan - Luxembourg Song Contest - MUSIC
Who will represent Luxembourg in Basel? All candidates will be performing their spectacular new songs, which can already be listened to here, and one lucky act will participate in Eurovision 2025. Let the finals begin! Grab your tickets for this Rockhal show, it will likely sell out.
25 Jan - 26 Jan - Festival 33,7 - MUSIC
Head to Kulturfabrik for an interesting festival concept: 1,500 pieces performed over the last 25 years are accessible to everyone. Expect screenings, live cinema, workshops, concerts, and more. Details on website.
28 Jan - James Walsh - MUSIC
Multi-platinum band Starsailor's James Walsh is embarking on his solo tour with his fourth album Everything Will Be Ok, stopping at Opderschmelz. For this gig, Walsh is performing solo acoustic renditions of songs from Starsailor’s extensive back catalogue, as well as songs from his solo project. Tickets are €20 plus fees.
28 Jan - DakhaBrakha - MUSIC
"Ethnic chaos" music makers DakhaBrakha (meaning give/take) from Kyiv, Ukraine, showcase traditional instruments, powerful vocals and a trans-national sound rooted deeply in Ukrainian culture. Show is at 8pm at Rockhal, tickets as of €42,90.
30 Jan - The 12 Tenors - MUSIC
The 12 tenors are celebrating their 15-year stage career with an anniversary tour. Think boygroup-feeling, world-famous arias, rock, and pop hymns all accompanied by a live band. Tickets as of €58.
30 Jan - Yoga & Fauré - OTHER
Join a 75-minute yoga session while listening to live music of Gabriel Fauré performed on piano. Bring a mat and comfy clothing, beginners welcome. Starts at 12.15pm, tickets €28.
31 Jan - Swan Lake - DANCE
The Germany-based International Festival Ballet & Orchestra is performing Tchaikovsky's mesmerising Swan Lake at Rockhal. A fascinating and pro-level rendition of one of the world's most well-known ballets.
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That's it for January 2025! Think we've missed something out, then send us your suggestions to contenttoday@rtl.lu.
