Welcome to the weekend: discover free museums, find bargains for a good cause, hear classical guitarists in concert, practice your swing on the green, and celebrate Eurovision in Laura Thorn's hometown!
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1. Discover the Luxembourg Museum Days 2025
What: Enjoy nearly 40 museums for free
Where: Various locations, see info link below
When: Saturday, 17 May–Sunday, 18 May from 10am–6pm – info & tickets
This weekend, between 10am–6pm, nearly 40 museums across Luxembourg open their doors for free as part of Luxembourg Museum Days 2025! Whether you're into history, modern art, photography, natural history, collections, or even beer brewing, there are programmes designed for the whole family. Find the full programme and list of participating museums here.
© ICOM Luxembourg
2. Stop by the BLC's car boot sale
What: Bargains for charity
Where: Parking Adenauer, Boulevard Konrad Adenauer
1359 Kirchberg
When: Saturday, 17 May from 8am–3pm – more info here
The British Ladies Club celebrates the 31st edition of its popular Car Boot Sale on 17 May at Parking Adenauer, featuring a vibrant marketplace of second-hand goods, from clothes to toys and homeware. Visitors can also enjoy food stalls, family-friendly amenities, and a special MG car display for classic car enthusiasts. All profit from the sale of spots is passed to St David's Hospice and the Autism Foundation (Fondation Autisme).
© BLC
3. Listen to six strings at guitar festival
What: Dedicated to classical guitar
Where: Philharmonie, Conservatoire, and Centre Culturel Schéiss
When: Friday, 16 Ma –Monday, 19 May – info & tickets
The Luxembourg Guitar Festival returns for its fourth edition – a celebration of classical guitar at its finest. Curated by artistic directors Hany Heshmat and Josip Dragnić, the festival features a packed programme of concerts, competitions, masterclasses, and more. A highlight is the rare performance by legendary Brazilian Duo Assad on 17 May at the Philharmonie. Don't miss this unique blend of virtuosity and passion. Most events are free, with gigs spread across the Philharmonie, Conservatoire, and Centre Culturel Schéiss.
© Duo Assad © Isabelle Françaix.jpg
4. See play by David Shearing and Luxembourg students
What: See the world through new eyes
Where: Grand Théâtre, 1, rond-point Schuman, 2525 Luxembourg
When: Friday, 16 May–Sunday, 18 May – more info here
New Beginning is an unforgettable journey through time that blends cutting-edge technology, nature, and pure imagination. Step into an enchanted forest brought to life with stunning video projections by Labmeta, an atmospheric soundscape, and the poetic voice of Michelle Newell. Directed by award-winning artist David Shearing, it's a collaboration with students from Luxembourg.
© Zbigniew Kotkiewicz
5. Watch Election
What: Comedy Classics series
Where: Cinémathèque, 17 Pl. du Théâtre, 2613 Luxembourg
When: Friday, 16 May at 6.30pm – info & tickets
In this 1999 comedy with Reese Witherspoon, Tracy runs unopposed for her high school election. However, the school's civics teacher has different plans, so he tells the varsity's popular football player to run for president and chaos follows.
6. Celebrate Eurovision in Schifflange
What: Laura Thorn's hometown ESC celebrations
Where: Place de la Liberté, 3812 Schifflange
When: Thursday, 15 May – Sunday, 18 May – more info here
Fans in Schifflange are gearing up for a four-day celebration of the Eurovision Song Contest this weekend, with public screenings, live entertainment, and special workshops hosted by RTL honouring hometown star Laura Thorn. Let's cross our fingers she'll make it to the finals on Saturday, and take home quite the douze points! More details in our article.
© Corinne Cumming/EBU
7. Swing into golf days
What: All levels welcome
Where: Golf de Luxembourg- Belenhaff, Domaine de Belenhaff, 6141 Junglinster
When: Saturday, 17 May–Sunday, 18 May – more info here
Swing into the weekend at National Golf Days on Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 May! Enjoy free admission to a packed programme of beginner lessons, fun activities, and surprises for all ages – perfect for introducing friends and family to the world of golf. Everyone’s welcome on the green.
© FLG
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