The end-of-year tradition is The Rocky Horror Show, Richard O’Brien’s cult musical that’s been getting audiences on their feet for five decades. When straight-laced Brad and Janet break down outside a suspicious mansion, they stumble into a night of glitter, mischief, and mayhem hosted by the unforgettable Dr Frank-N-Furter. Directed by Christopher Luscombe, this is less a sit-back-and-watch show than a full-blown party, fuelled by immortal singalongs like Sweet Transvestite, Dammit Janet, and the inevitable Time Warp. Dress up, loosen up, and don’t expect normal! Tickets.
Discover the Pétrusse Casemates, a captivating underground world carved into sandstone in the heart of Luxembourg City. Originally built to defend the city, the casemates have served a wide variety of purposes over the centuries. This impressive guided tour, led by an official guide of the City of Luxembourg, takes you through four centuries of fortress and city history – enhanced by atmospheric light and sound installations. Takes place every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Tickets.
Cinémathèque is screening Japenese films this month. In the early 1950s, Japan was trying to move beyond the war and into a new era, grappling with tensions between tradition and modernity. While Yasujirō Ozu explored these questions through contemporary domestic dramas, Kenji Mizoguchi approached similar themes in lyrical historical settings, and Keisuke Kinoshita’s Carmen Comes Home – Japan’s first colour film – tackled them with humour that was light in tone but serious in intent.
This experience for children explores the ways humans transform and inhabit their surroundings, guided by characters drawn from Luxembourgish tales and myths. Their stories lead you through shadowy forests, restless rivers, carefully tended fields, and land marked by machines – revealing a world where nature, labour, and imagination are closely intertwined. Tickets.
Every first Tuesday of the month, De Gudde Wëllen turns into a laid-back board game night with good drinks, homemade veggie food and a carefully chosen mix of modern games. No rule-reading required – the hosts are on hand to explain everything – just grab a seat, pick a game and play (gaming fee: €5 per person). More details.
Ethan Carey, originally from Ireland where folk music echoes from every street corner, relocated to Luxembourg at the age of 21. After performing in parks and cafés, he established himself in the local music scene as the leader of the alt-rock band SCIAN, lead guitarist of LEEN, and founder of the punk rock project Pilot Light. Supported by Pedro Gonzalez and Cyril Yabroudi, Ethan will showcase his first solo project, exploring folk-Americana influences inspired by artists like Ryan Adams, Ariel Posen, and Lord Huron. Tickets.
Swap your desk for a dose of music at the Philharmonie and turn your lunch break into something a little more playful. This hands-on workshop welcomes curious beginners and seasoned amateurs alike, guided by musician and educator Martina Menichetti, who leads participants through instruments, voice, rhythm and movement – no pressure, just discovery, plus a small surprise to send you back to work recharged. Tickets.
In 1920s Hollywood, Chaplin and Churchill forge an unlikely bond over their shared battle with depression – their ‘black dog.’ They make a pact to support each other through dark times, as history takes a grim turn with Hitler’s rise. Based on Michael Köhlmeier’s novel, this fictional friendship was adapted by director Ivan Panteleev and by the late Frank Feitler, starring Luc Feit and Steve Karier. In German with English subtitles on 9 January. Tickets.
Robert Wilson turns his attention to Fernando Pessoa in PESSOA – Since I’ve Been Me, a visually striking tribute to one of modernism’s most elusive figures. Drawing on Pessoa’s many alter egos and writings, from The Book of Disquiet to Faust, the production moves fluidly between languages, moods and identities, shifting from quiet reflection to anarchic humour in a theatrical experience where light, voice and image do most of the talking. Tickets.
From 9 to 11 January 2026, Expo Creativ Luxembourg turns into a playground for DIY lovers and curious makers. With more than 70 exhibitors from seven countries, expect plenty of wool, fabric, beads, paper, embroidery and other craft essentials, plus hands-on workshops to try things out. A good excuse to browse, learn and stock up on creative inspiration. More details.
White balls – hundreds of them – bounce, roll, and fly across the stage. All slightly different, they cling to the ceiling, spill into the audience, even leap from the performers’ mouths. Two circus artists try in vain to contain the chaos, but the balls have a life of their own. Tickets.
Sixteen young singers step into the spotlight at the Rockhal for the You Can Sing final. After weeks of coaching with TALI, and joined on stage by Laura Thorn, they perform their chosen songs in a night dedicated to fresh voices and emerging talent from Luxembourg. Tickets at Rockhal.
A playground for metal fans. Browse stands packed with CDs (new and second-hand), rare vinyl and all the merch you could want, from T-shirts and patches to jewellery, while soaking up a relaxed, like-minded atmosphere. More details at Rockhal.
January gets a breath of fresh air with a programme that looks firmly towards spring. From Kevin Puts’ modern take on nature’s raw energy to the spark and elegance of Saint-Saëns’ Violin Concerto No. 3, the mood builds before Schumann’s Spring Symphony sweeps in with its rush of optimism. Led by Joshua Bell, the Academy of St Martin in the Fields offers a bright, feel-good escape from the winter routine. Tickets.
The Bohemians are regarded as a top Queen tribute band that perform a “Best of Queen” show, bringing the classic music and stage presence of Queen to life. They are known for their detailed recreations, dynamic stage concerts, and convincing performances, often featuring a singer who resembles Freddie Mercury and a guitarist who captures Brian May’s style. Tickets at Rockhal.
How has European migration shaped American society on screen? This lecture looks at how films from different eras and genres – from The Emigrants and Heaven’s Gate to Gangs of New York and The Brutalist– portray the journey to the New World and the communities that emerged from it. Drawing on both European and American perspectives, it explores themes of migration, cultural exchange and identity through cinema. More details.
After Andromaque, Yves Beaunesne returns with Le Procès de Jeanne, a powerful theatrical oratorio led by actress and singer Judith Chemla. Drawing on the original trial records, the production blends music, video and theatre to retrace Joan of Arc’s confrontation with religious and political power – an intense, stripped-back take on a story that still resonates. Tickets.
Vijay Iyer & the Luxembourg Philharmonic will guide you through two celebrations of the season of renewal: Igor Stravinsky’s iconic Rite of Spring, and Vijay Iyer’s own composition, Rites of Holi that accompanies an extraordinary, celebratory film by Prashant Bhargava. Two ways of awakening Spring’s deities, two ways of warming our souls in the midst of January… and even a third one with Vijay Iyer improvising on the piano in the last part of the evening. Tickets.
Some pieces live a second life on the big screen. Richard Strauss’s Also sprach Zarathustra and György Ligeti’s Atmosphères became inseparable from 2001: A Space Odyssey, and now return in the concert hall with the Bayerisches Staatsorchester. The journey continues via Rachmaninov’s L’île des morts, before pianist Beatrice Rana steps in for Ravel’s sparkling Piano Concerto in G major – a symphonic trip with plenty of cinematic echoes. Tickets.
The Golden Voices of Gospel kick off the year with a high-energy concert full of soul, warmth and powerful voices. Known from major TV shows and international stages, the choir blends traditional and modern gospel, staying true to the sound of Black churches in the US and the Caribbean, while inviting the audience to sing, clap and join in. From timeless classics to songs from their new album Hallelujah, this is a feel-good musical journey rooted in emotion, community and joy. Tickets.
At the Luxembourg Poetry Slam Championship, sharp pens and bold voices take the stage with original texts – and the jury is you. All languages are welcome as long as the flow hits, with a spot at the European championship in Austria (and maybe beyond) at stake. The Rotondes and Kulturhaus Niederanven have hosted top-level slam since 2021, and this year promises another fiercely contested showdown. Tickets.
“I feel I must fight for my music,” said Dame Ethel Smyth – and she meant it. This intimate concert brings her work together with that of Joseph Holbrooke, another self-made voice of early 20th-century English music, performed by members of the Luxembourg Philharmonic. Expect chamber music, conversation and a relaxed atmosphere, rounded off with a chat and a well-earned glass of bubbly. Tickets.
When a tyrant bans music on Earth, five extraterrestrial beings set off on a cosmic mission to bring it back. This playful, space-travelling odyssey blends storytelling and sound in a production by the Philharmonie and the Elbphilharmonie, celebrating music as something worth saving at all costs. Tickets.
Iveta Apkalna joins forces with the State Choir Latvija for a calm, contemplative evening where voices and organ blend into a richly atmospheric whole. Moving from Renaissance motets to contemporary sacred works from across Europe, the programme explores light, hope and devotion – an ideal way to slow down and reset after the festive rush. Tickets.
Franco-Greek singer Dafné Kritharas draws on family history, exile and celebration, weaving melancholy and joy into the same breath. Backed by four musicians, her striking voice – soaring one moment, hushed the next – brings traditional songs, legends and far-travelled stories to life with rare intensity. Tickets.
Ballet BC returns to Luxembourg with a triple bill that highlights the company’s range, intensity and collaborative spirit. From Crystal Pite’s hypnotic Frontier to Medhi Walerski’s poetic SWAY and Shahar Binyamini’s high-energy take on Ravel in BOLERO X, the programme moves between introspection and raw collective power. Tickets.
Often cited as Ernst Lubitsch’s finest silent film, Lady Windermere’s Fan blends his trademark wit with Oscar Wilde’s sharp humour. This elegant social comedy of appearances, marriage and high society is reimagined in the 1920s, with live musical accompaniment by the Luxembourg Philharmonic conducted by Timothy Brock. Tickets.
The Luxembourg Song Contest returns to the Rockhal on 24 January 2026, where our next Eurovision representative will be chosen. After Laura Thorn’s win in 2025 with La Poupée monte le son and with Eurovision 2026 heading to Austria, expectations are high. The finalists are Andrew the Martian, Daryss, Eva Marija, Hugo One, Irem, Luzac, ShiroKuro, and Steve Castile. Read more at eurovision.rtl.lu and get your tickets here.
On the run from the police, Charlie Chaplin’s Tramp stumbles into a circus ring and, without meaning to, becomes the star of the show. Presented as a live ciné-concert with the Luxembourg Philharmonic accompanying the film on stage, this Live Cinema: Family Edition is a joyful mix of slapstick, romance and live music for all ages. Tickets.
ARTELIER is a high-energy creative day imagined by young people, for young people – an antidote to the winter routine with room to create, connect and catch a vibe. Brought to life by FOMO, a group of high-school students, in collaboration with STAYFOU asbl, the event puts local creativity and youth-led ideas centre stage. Registration required.
After an artistic break, the Jeff Herr Corporation returns to the stage with a renewed chapter of its PAUSE cycle and a striking new sound. Shaped during a residency at neimënster, the project explores a free, high-energy electro-jazz where percussion-driven grooves, electronics and improvisation collide – offering a glimpse of what’s to come ahead of a new album in 2026. Tickets.
Visit both the Blast Furnace and the City of Science and enjoy an overview of the history of steel production as well as the conversion of the industrial wasteland into a contemporary urban district with remarkable architecture and urban planning. More details.
Hearing VOCES8 live is always a special experience. The eight singers move effortlessly between early choral works, jazz-tinged arrangements and contemporary pieces, their sound both precise and warmly expressive. With London by Night, expect an intimate, after-dark journey where shimmering harmonies and hushed moments take centre stage. Tickets.
Mina Tindle returns with new music and a live show, joined by guest musicians including Bryce Dessner of The National. Drawing on pop-folk, contemporary influences and echoes of Cat Power, the singer-songwriter delivers a fresh, understated sound with plenty of character. Tickets.
The Antiques & Art Fair returns to Luxexpo The Box for its 51st edition. Around 100 exhibitors from seven countries bring together antiques, modern and contemporary art, furniture, jewellery and more – an easy place to wander, browse and discover pieces across periods and styles. Info.
Christoph Marthaler’s Le Sommet (The Summit) sends six performers from across Europe on a delightfully strange expedition where meanings overlap and nothing is quite what it seems. Playing with the many senses of “Gipfel”– from mountain peak to political meeting to pastry – the piece drifts between theatre, song and surreal encounters, blending texts from Kafka to EU speeches into a poetic reflection on communication, cooperation and the art of finding common ground. Tickets.
Haydn’s The Seasons moves effortlessly from storms to sunshine, harvest songs to hunting calls, capturing the rhythm of the year in music. Written late in the composer’s life and led here by William Christie, this vivid, witty score bursts with colour, big choral moments and an eye for everyday detail. Tickets.
Carl Orff’s Carmina Burana is back on stage in a new musical and choreographic production. Built on medieval poems and carried by massive choral moments – yes, including the instantly recognisable O Fortuna – the piece moves between fate, love, excess and the ups and downs of life. Around 100 performers bring it all to life. Part of a European tour starting in November 2025. Tickets at Rockhal.
THYLACINE turns travel into music, composing on the move and letting places shape his sound, from the Trans-Siberian Railway to the Faroe Islands. Back on the road with ROADS vol.3, he brings his immersive electronic journey to the stage, where improvisation and atmosphere take over. Tickets at Rockhal.
The 2000s are back, and it’s Oops! time to do it again. Expect a night fuelled by throwback anthems, guilty pleasures and dancefloor nostalgia – bring your Seven Nation Army, your inner Mr. Brightside and maybe even the whole Family Affair (21+ only). Dress Back to Black or go full pop chaos, just remember the one rule In Da Club: when the beat drops, Hips Don’t Lie. Tickets at Den Atelier.
Boulevard des Airs (BDA) is a French music group with an eclectic mix of pop, folk, chanson and contemporary music. The group’s various albums, all self-produced, have met with great success, boosted by collaborations and hit singles such as Cielo ciego, Emmène-moi, Je me dis que toi aussi, Bruxelles, and Allez reste in a duet with Vianney. Twice nominated for a Victoires de la musique award for their album ‘Je me dis que toi aussi’ (2019 and 2020), the band completed their latest tour with dates at the Zéniths and the stages of France’s biggest festivals, a perfect testament to their love of performing live and sharing with their audience. Tickets at den Atelier.
