Welcome to the weekend: Hear blues and jazz bands in the picturesque Grund, meet comic book creators, find vintage second-hand clothing, see an exhibit on human bodies, join the Mamer night market, or watch open air movies in Kehlen.
1. Visit the Contern comic book festival
What: All things comics
Where: 4, Place de la Mairie, 5310 Contern
When: Saturday, 19 July until Sunday, 20 July – more info here
50 comic book authors are presenting their work at the BD Festival Contern over the weekend. Meet the creatives behind the books, get copies signed, and enjoy a wide range of street and music entertainment for children and adults around the festival – full programme in link above.
2. Find vintage outfit gems
What: Your new summer slay
Where: Bouneweger Stuff, 1, rue du Cimetière, 1338 Luxembourg
When: Sunday, 20 July from 10.30am – more info here
After years of digging through flea markets in capital cities, vintage hauls, and thrift runs, the racks of Kleederstuff are overflowing (again), so it's time to let go of some gems. Levi's, Dickies, proper Y2K heat, one-of-a-kind vintage treasures... if you love clothes with a story, this is your playground.
3. See exhibition on human bodies
What: Skeletons, tumours and more
Where: Kinepolis, 45 Avenue JF Kennedy, 1855 Luxembourg
When: Saturday, 19 July until Sunday, 20 July – more info here
A bit scary, but nonetheless very interesting: This anatomical exhibition presents an extensive, scientifically valuable collection of real human bodies, skeletons, limbs, and organs, permanently preserved using the so-called plastination technique. Special attention is given to the topic of cancer and tumours: various types of tumours and tumour samples are displayed and explained. Come see this exhibition for yourself.
4. Meet local creators and bands at Flow
What: Summer vibes in Belval
Where: Park Um Belval
When: Friday, 18 July until Sunday, 20 July – more info here
The start of the summer holidays marks a highlight in Belval: Flow Festival. See a variety of bands on stage and meet local creators at the FlowMuart. All of this is free. Come along for a weekend filled with fun.
5. Watch free open air films in Kehlen
What: Sunset Cinema
Where: Groussgaas (Parking Jupiter), 8332 Kehlen
When: Saturday, 19 July and Sunday, 20 July – info & programme
Sunset Cinema is back this weekend in Elmen, the neighbourhood of Kehlen, screening Top Gun: Maverick on Saturday and Inside Out (in German with English subs) on Sunday. Screenings are free and take place at the Jupiter car park.
6. Meander through old town at Blues'n'Jazz Rallye
What: Blues and jazz with epic backdrop
Where: All around the Grund, Pfaffenthal and Clausen
When: Saturday, 19 July – more info here
Every year, this urban blues and jazz festival is one of Luxembourg City's most popular open-air summer events, taking place in the picturesque districts of Pfaffenthal, Clausen, and the Grund. Discover international and local acts below the ramparts of the historic fortress.
7. Visit the Mamer night market
What: Local traders & more
Where: Place de l’Indépendance, 8226 Mamer
When: Friday, 18 July as of 4pm – more info here
The 10th Mamer Night Market is being organised this Friday, bringing together local traders, second-hand sellers, entertainment, and refreshments on the Place de l’Indépendance from 4pm to midnight. Come along to this annual community event.
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