Catch the British troubadour and author of hits such as ‘Let Her Go’ at the Rockhal on this first day of July. Mike Rosenberg, a.k.a Passenger is bringing the “All the Little Lights Anniversary Tour” to Luxembourg for one night only. Enter the Today Radio competition for free tickets.
Start the month off with the legendary German rock band Scorpions, iconic in the music industry since the ‘70s, recognised for hits like “Rock you Like a Hurricane” and “Wind of Change”. Follow Today Radio competitions for free tickets at the Lux Expo Open Air concerts.
Head to the Kinnekswiss for the first of 3 open-air, free concerts and watch the Irish singer-songwriter Ronan Keating, making his 2nd appearance in as many months. Keating will be supported by our very own Josh Island from 7.30-8.30pm and is due on from 9pm onwards.
Bring the kids, the parents and 4-legged friends to Luxembourg’s agricultural fair (Foire Agricole), which last year welcomed some 40,000 visitors. Expect all things bucolic, from equestrian shows and workshops to admiring local cattle breeds and buying agricultural equipment.
Grab a picnic blanket, some bubbles and head to the Kinnekswiss for an evening with the Luxembourg Philharmonic and its maestro, Gustavo Gimeno. The free concert starts at 9pm
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.
The final eight candidates of the competition for Luxembourg musicians between the ages of 12 and 25 are performing at the Screaming Fields Festival. Open to the public and free for all, the event is in its 14th year and will take place at Rockhal Club, with doors opening at 6pm, plus a bevy of prizes to be announced during the evening’s concluding Award Ceremony at 11pm.
In one of the biggest nights of the year, producer, DJ and songwriter Calvin Harris will be performing for the first time in Luxembourg at LuxExpo Open Air. Tickets in all categories available at time of writing. Listen to Michel Welter from den Atelier speak to Steps and Meredith on Today Radio’s Sunny Side Up about the spectacular lineup coming to Luxembourg from Indie artists to hard rock royalty.
As part of the Garden Delights festival at the Abbey de Neimenster, you can experience 75 minutes of pure music without interruption, performed by musicians of the Victor Kraus Group in the cloister garden.
Don’t miss the prestigious polo event of the summer at the Reitstall Ecurie de la Petrusse (Rue de Celtes, Merl). Two polo games, entertainment as well as a White Gala Evening with Aperinetwork Luxembourg. Event organisers will be hosted on Sunny Side Up on Wednesday 3rd July. Be sure to tune in.
An unmissable event for you bargain hunters and vintage fans out there, come to Place Guillaume on this Sunday. The Luxembourg City flea market is a large street market where private people can sell second-hand items they no longer need.
Spend your Sunday at the open-air exhibition ‘Konscht am Gronn’ in the Grund. Every first Sunday of the month until October, 34 national and international artists have come together to proudly showcase their art. Among the stalls you will find paintings and drawings, photography, pottery, woodwork, glassblowing and much more. After 2pm, the longstanding Café des Artistes will accompany the event with low-fi, smooth jazz music. Refreshments and food will be available to buy at the café.
As part of the huge series of concerts at LuxExpo, Luxembourg audiences have a chance to catch Snow Patrol, the Northern-Irish-Scottish rock band, famous for the past 20 years. For an evening to remember, you can also buy VIP tickets for an open bar, catering and a dedicated private area for 139 euros, or just be happy to catch the band behind “Songs for Polarbears” for a mere 67,50 euros, still available at time of writing. A ticket competition will be run online and on air.
Head to the Kinnekswiss with your picnic blanket for the last of the open-air, free concerts and watch the Irish singer songwriter Roisin Murphy, supported by Edsun.
If it’s funky vibes you are looking for tonight, don’t miss Jungle’s show at the Rockhal.
Another open-air concert but this time you can experience Calum Scott’s heartfelt melodies and powerful vocals in the magical setting in the courtyard of Neimenster Abbey. Limited tickets still available at time of writing.
Celebrate with Orchestra Baobab, marking its 50th anniversary at the Festival de Wiltz with new members, new songs with Afro-latin, funk and soul sounds from Senegal. For more information on the line-up, dates and tickets, visit the Festival de Wiltz website. More details are also available on the festival’s Instagram and Facebook pages. An interview with programme coordinator Marc Scheer is available here.
In its second year, the Luxembourg Pride Run is expected to welcome 3,500 runners and walkers taking in 5/10km from 7pm on Thursday, 11 July. Participants can register online for this sporting and festive event to celebrate diversity and inclusion until Friday 5 July. Part of the funds raised will be donated to LGBTIQ+ associations.
Come and enjoy a classical, free concert featuring the brass band of the Luxembourg Chamber Orchestra. 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
Come and visit the “We Ride”, Luxembourg’s second-hand bike market. Over 2 days, you can either sell your bike and/or buy one. You will be able to get hold of new bike parts and accessories. Free entry and registration on until 10 July.
For the first time ever in Luxembourg, the inimitable Sam Smith is performing at LuxExpo. Smith’s hits include “Stay With Me” and “Writing’s on the Wall”. Tickets still available at all prices.
With 3 stages, Vianden Castle will be transformed into Vianden’s first electronic music festival. Expect a lineup of over 10 national and international DJs, ensuring a showcase of local talent across all stages. The event is sold out, but contact Beyond Music for any late availability.
To celebrate the 25th anniversary of Luxembourg Pride, the iconic Conchita Wurst is headlining a 2-day street festival in Luxembourg City and Esch-sur-Alzette. Kicking off with the Equality March on Saturday, the festival will showcase artists, speeches and performances. For details, visit luxembourgpride.lu/street-fest.
The Contract is a newly commissioned performance by artist Hanne Lippard that deals with definitions, repetition and the question of responsibility. Access to the event, which is part of the “A Model” exhibition, both days at 16:00 is included in the entrance fee.
Come along and watch the phenomenon Dubioza Kolektiv, a band from Bosnia, who have been thrilling audiences with their blend of dub-rock-hip hop-ska since 2003. Part of the Festival de Wiltz. Tickets are 33 euros
For football fans, wanting to watch the EURO final on the big screen, here are a few public viewing events taking place. If it’s atmosphere you are going for, the biggest crowds can be expected at the Glacis car park in the city centre , with the match being shown on a 50-square-meter screen. There are also public viewings in Dudelange, Ettelbruck and Esch. Check out this article on RTL Today for more details.
At just 27 years old, Birdy has solidified herself as one of the UK’s leading talents with 3 top 5 albums and countless Platinum and Gold discs, marking sales in excess of 8 million records globally. Birdy is performing at the Festival de Wiltz and is being supported by The Claire Parsons & Eran Har Even duo.
Tickets are 39 euros each
Are you ready for one last clubbing night before the summer break? Come and dance the night away and Rockhal’s end of the show, the Afro Summer Fest. They have lined up DJs on the local Afrohouse scene, supporting Breyth, the DJ and producer. Access is reserved for people aged 18 and over.
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.
Luxembourg City’s historic streets will come alive with vibrant sounds as the Blues’n’Jazz Rallye returns, transforming Pfaffenthal, Clausen, and the Grund into an all-night music festival featuring 40 acclaimed musicians and ensembles across eight stages.
Embrace the nostalgia with timeless hits and new classics from British rock legends Status Quo. Returning to the Rockhal, Status Quo will be performing songs from the celebrated Backbone album and new renditions from Aquostic II - That’s a Fact. Some tickets are still available at time of writing for 58 euros, but hurry. Tickets are selling fast.
Having played a successful Rockhal gig in Luxembourg in October 2023, Paolo Nutini is back for more - and Luxembourg is happy to have him return this summer for a new show at den Atelier. Tickets have already sold out, so listen to Today Radio for the latest competition to win tickets.
For the most impatient among you, you can go to Kinepolis cinema in Kirchberg or Belval at midnight (on the night of Tuesday 23 to Wednesday 24) to be among the first to discover the film ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ . Or you could immerse yourself at the fan event at 7pm on the 24th and enjoy the film to the full.
Watch your favourite movies under starry skies on the big screen at Place Guillaume for free. The full programme for Open Air Cinema will be released in early July. Entrance is first come, first served and free of charge.
Come and enjoy a classical, free concert featuring 3 flutes in the grounds of the Villa Vauban. 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
Head down to the Rotondes for their annual summer festival ‘Conges Annules’. From concerts, DJ sets and festivities, highlights include the opening night with Billy Nomates, Lifeguard, Mannequin Pussy and Bartleby Delicate.
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. For now, please check out our giveaway calendar for a chance to win tickets for some of these events.
