Entertainment

Cosmic Summer Disco

The Big Beer Company is welcoming Disco Riven into its premises in Clausen. The promise: being guided “through a universe of funky grooves, spaced-out disco edits, and interstellar house cuts.” The perfect cocktail for anyone seeking cosmic vibes all night long.

When: Thursday, 14 August, 22:00 to 3:00

Where: Big Beer Company, 12 Rives de Clausen, Luxembourg City

Cost: Free

Migration Station Standup Comedy evening

Carlito’s comedy club close to the central train station is hosting a comedy evening featuring three comedians from India who have been shaped by America/Europe and the rest of the world. Listen to Vishnu Vaka, Ram Arangi and Shivani Dave as they regale you with airport drama, tales of culture shock and family guilt.

When: Saturday, 16 August, 21:00 to 22:45

Where: Carlito’s Comedy Club, 65 Rue du Fort Neipperg, Luxembourg City

Cost: €16 (though Eventbrite has a 2 for 1 deal going)

Outdoors

Free rickshaw tour through Esch-Belval

Explore Esch-Belval with a bicycle taxi service, through a route that connects the Brillplatz to the university district of Belval by using the Vëlodukt. This may be an unconventional way to visit Luxembourg, but it’s free and you’re in a cosy rickshaw, so there’s nothing to lose. Just sit back, relax and enjoy the view! Note: the last ride leaves the Brillplatz at 17:15.

When: Until 13 September, from 12:00 to 17:30

Where: 1 Place de la Résistance, Esch-Alzette

Cost : Free

Guided walks in the north

The Our natural parc is organising guided walks every Sunday of this month on the refugee and escape helpers trail in Troisvierges. Follow the guide as they take you through the operations of Luxembourg resistance fighters and forced recruits during the Second World War. Fans of local history and nature will be able to enjoy learning more on this 3-hour-long 8km trip. Note: you must register to participate in the tour.

When: Sunday, 14, 24, 31 August, 10:00

Where: Troisvierges railway station (start/finish)

Cost: €5 per person, free for children aged 10 and under

Merch and record sale at Rotondes

The record sale is back for another edition at Rotondes in Luxembourg City. Whether you want to make more space in your shelves or are on the hunt for exceptional, rare records, this is the place for you to dig through crates and give up your own. You can also sell merch or get your hands on other people’s discarded reprints and t-shirts during the Sunday afternoon market. Note: you need to register to sell items.

When: Sunday, 17 August, 11:00 to 18:00

Where: Rotondes, Luxembourg City

Cost: Free

Final days of Diekirch funfair

The kermesse in Diekirch is coming to an end. If you’re looking to warm up for the Schouberfouer – or for an excuse to go to this small, quaint town in northern Luxembourg – this is the right time. Pair the afternoon with a walk or cycle along the Sûre river and its weeping willows, an ice-cream in the town centre – and maybe a stint at Diekirch Plage (which will also be closing this weekend) to make the most of your trip!

When: Until Saturday 15 August, from 14:00 to 22:00

Where: Place Guillaume, Diekirch

Cost: Free

Culture

Painting workshop with Pedro Amaral

Portuguese painter Pedro Amaral, who currently takes up residence at the Canopée in Pfaffenthal, is leading a painting workshop that will take participants into his creative world and help them explore artistic techniques while drawing inspiration from nature and urban spaces.

When: Saturday, 16 August, 14:00

Where: LUGA Lab, 16 Rue Vauban, Luxembourg

Cost: €5

Kid-friendly

Children’s ceramics workshop

ManuKultura is running more ceramics workshops for kids this month Participants will be able to learn with a teacher how to shape clay using several techniques – adapted to their age and skill level – and leave with a souvenir, like a bowl, plate, mug or vase. Note: this is open to children aged six and over. Children aged 6-10 must be accompanied by an adult.

When: Saturday, 16-30 August, 14:00

Where: ManuKultura, 1 Am Millenhaff, Useldange

Cost: €30 (Kulturpass discount available)

Participatory circus and theatre in Clervaux

Clervaux’s pedestrian zone will be taken over by the circus for a day. Expect comedy juggling, a multi-generational hands-on circus, small and big attractions, and fun! Children are of course welcome.

When: Saturday, 16 August, 14:00

Where: 11 Grand-Rue, Clervaux

Cost: Free