Museum Open House, Hop Hop Museum Day
To mark International Museum Day, Luxembourg’s museums are opening their doors free of charge for the Luxembourg Museum Days. During these special days, residents and visitors have a unique opportunity to explore Luxembourg’s rich cultural heritage at no cost.
This event traditionally takes place on the third weekend of May. The next edition of the Luxembourg Museum Days will be held on May 16 and 17, 2026. Once again, this edition is already shaping up to be a must-see event.
HopHop Museum Year, a cultural program for everyone
Luxembourg Museum Days offer a comprehensive and diverse cultural experience suitable for the whole family. For the occasion, no fewer than forty museums across the country are participating in this event.
Each visitor can thus immerse themselves in Luxembourg’s history, art, and culture. Whether you’re passionate about ancient art, contemporary art, or local history, you’ll find captivating exhibitions sure to pique your curiosity.
During Luxembourg Museum Days, participating museums offer a variety of activities to suit all tastes and interests. Guided tours, lectures, creative workshops, and other activities are available in several languages: Luxembourgish, French, German, and English.
Some museums, notably the Villa Vauban and the Lëtzbuerg City Museum, also offer tours tailored to people with special needs during this event .
This wide range of options ensures that everyone can find an activity that meets their expectations and level of understanding. Younger visitors can learn while having fun through interactive activities. Adults, meanwhile, can deepen their knowledge through more detailed presentations.
Diverse Exhibitions and a Fun Atmosphere
Luxembourg’s museums offer a wide variety of exhibitions. Visitors can explore Luxembourgish or international history and culture through historical artifacts or contemporary artworks.
For example, you can explore the remnants of the steel-making past of the Terres du Sud region in the Esch-sur-Alzette area. Are you more interested in the traditions and customs of the Grand Duchy? Several museums, particularly in northern Luxembourg, offer insights into the past. Are you curious about the local flora and fauna? The Natur Museum should satisfy your curiosity. You can also explore more specialized museums, such as the Customs and Excise Museum, the Transport Museum, or the Firefighters’ Museum.
What all these museums have in common is that they offer Museum Days visitors a unique and informative perspective on their collections. In fact, these Open House days are also an opportunity to explore the exhibition halls in a special, fun atmosphere created just for the occasion.
Free admission during Luxembourg Museum Days
But one of the most appealing aspects of Luxembourg Museum Days is that this event offers the opportunity to explore museums throughout the country for free. Free admission allows all citizens, residents, and visitors to explore the museums without financial constraints.
However, some activities require prior registration. It is therefore strongly recommended to visit the official website dedicated to Luxembourg Museum Days to check the availability of activities and registration details.
Luxembourg Museum Days attract a large number of visitors every year . During the last edition, more than 17,000 people walked through the doors of Luxembourg’s museums to explore their diverse collections. This massive turnout reflects the growing interest in the event, as well as the richness and diversity of the Grand Duchy’s museums.
ICOM Luxembourg and the Museum Days
The Luxembourg Museum Days Open House event is organized by ICOM (International Council of Museums) Luxembourg. This branch of the International Council of Museums has been working since 1997 to promote understanding among peoples through culture. The Luxembourg Museum Days are thus part of an international framework aimed at encouraging cultural exchange and raising public awareness of the diversity of museums.
With its museums rich in history and art, Luxembourg is an ideal setting for this Luxembourg Museum Days initiative. During these Open House days, visitors have the opportunity to explore the country’s history, from its origins to the present day, while discovering its richness through its geography.
Furthermore, this event also offers a special opportunity to immerse oneself in Luxembourgish culture, a culture that is both local and open to the world.
Museum Open Days, Luxembourgish Culture
For expats and foreign visitors, Luxembourg Museum Days offer a unique opportunity to discover lesser-known aspects of Luxembourg. In addition to the country’s history and art, you can explore its customs, traditions, and even its cuisine through special exhibitions. It’s important to remember that Luxembourg is a multicultural country. This diversity is also reflected in the collections of its museums.
The event is also a chance to meet experts on Luxembourgish culture. Curators and enthusiasts will share their knowledge and passion for Luxembourgish history and art. Visitors will gain a deeper understanding of the country through lectures or more interactive activities.
While the Luxembourg Museum Days are a highlight of the year, the evening event known as Museum Night offers a unique opportunity to visit Luxembourg’s museums in the evening, in a different and more intimate atmosphere. It’s a wonderful chance to extend the cultural experience beyond daylight hours.
For more information, visit the official website dedicated to Luxembourg Museum Days. Please note that some activities require advance booking.
Whether you’re a resident, expat, or just a visitor, don’t miss this chance to immerse yourself in Luxembourg’s history, art, and culture!
The event is also sponsored by our partner Enovos.