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On 6th January, it's the Feast of the Epiphany. In Luxembourg, it is known as Dräikinneksdag, which literally means 'Three Kings Day'. On this occasion, people in Luxembourg eat a Dräikinnekskuch (Three Kings cake or King cake) - a traditional...

The Easter Bunny and the Egg Hunt - Luxembourg shares certain well-known traditions with many other countries. However, some of its Easter customs are specifically Luxembourgish, such as the Jaudes and the Éimaischen.

Christmas and COVID-19 The end of year festivities are always an opportunity to look back upon the past year and see loved ones. Unfortunately, we won’t be able to do the latter this year. To protect yourself and...

Every Ascension Thursday, nearly 20,000 faithful, most of them from the Portuguese community, take part in the pilgrimage to the shrine of Our Lady of Fatima above Wiltz. They thus pay homage to Our Lady of Fatima, the VirginDiscoverLuxembourgish

The 'Oktav', celebrated in honour of the Virgin Mary, is one of the main events of the year. Over the period of a fortnight, in April and May, parishioners from all over the country and the Greater Region, go on pilgrimage to the capital of Luxembourg.

Impact of COVID-19 Due to the ongoing pandemic, the 2021 edition of this event has been cancelled. On Whit Tuesday each year, the ancient abbey town of Echternach is the scene for the hopping procession, called the 'Sprangprëssessioun'. Accompanied...

Impact of COVID-19 The impact of COVID-19 continues to be felt. The events presented on this page have thus been cancelled, postponed or will take place in another shape than usual. Visit the events’ websites for more information and stay safe!

1st May is the day of gatherings. Trade union celebrations, barbecues among friends or families and cultural festivals - Luxembourg has a lot in store on that day. But it is first and foremost the Meekranz or May wreath tradition that we would like to...

Impact of COVID-19 The impact of COVID-19 continues to be felt. The event presented on this page has thus been cancelled, postponed or will take place in another shape than usual. Visit the event's websites for more information and stay safe!

On 2nd February, the eve of St. Blaise’s day, children celebrate Liichtmëssdag (Candlemas). They go from door to door, bearing Liichtebengelcher or lanterns, singing in exchange for sweets and coins.

Covid-1 impact Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the 2020 edition of Geenzefest has been cancelled. To find out more about Covid-19 and the right actions to take, visit the government's Covid-19 website. Each Whit Monday...

On 6 December, all the children throughout the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg eagerly await the arrival of the Kleeschen (St Nicholas) and the gifts he brings. Unfortunately, his companion the Houseker is always by his side, carrying a big bag

Like our neighbours, Luxembourgers love to celebrate Carnival. Between Candlemas Day (Liichtmëssdag on 2nd February) and Ash Wednesday (Äschermëttwoch, in early March) Luxembourg lives the craziest season of the year.

COVID-19 This year, the Buergbrennen does not take place as usual: many localities have cancelled the festivities and in places where a Buerg is lit, it is in compliance with the sanitary measures in force. On the first Sunday...

According to tradition, a man should offer his sweetheart a pretzel on Pretzel Sunday ('Bretzelsonndeg'). If the feelings are shared, he will be given an Easter egg. Otherwise, he will get the proverbial basket.A sign of affection Bretzelsonndeg isDiscover

COVID-19 impact Due to the measures taken to limit the spread of the COVID-19 virus, some of the events on this page may have been changed or cancelled. It's nationwide celebrations in Luxembourg! It's a great...