What can you do with the kids for Halloween in Luxembourg? In 2026, enjoy fall as a family with festivals, beet lanterns, movies, and creative workshops. This time of year is also a great opportunity to experience Halloween, All Saints’ Day, and Trauliicht, a tradition from the Luxembourg Ardennes.
Just arrived in the Grand Duchy? Here are the dates you need to know, the differences between these celebrations, and a selection of activities to choose from based on your children’s ages and interests.
Programs accessed on October 9, 2026. Times, prices, and availability are subject to change.
Check our calendar of public holidays and school breaks in Luxembourg. For international or private schools, verify the dates with the school.
Even though Halloween isn’t traditionally a Luxembourgish custom, the event is widely celebrated locally. For a first Halloween outing, an animated movie or a creative workshop might be more enjoyable than a spooky tour.
To experience a genuine local custom similar to Halloween, try making a “Trauliicht.” Some events take place as early as mid-October, while others are held during school breaks.
| Event and Location | Dates and Times | Audience and Activities | Admission and Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWCL Trunk or Treat Differdange Castle | October 17, 12:00 PM–3:00 PM | Families: candy, games, and face painting. | €20 per child; accompanying adults free. Registration open to non-members. |
| Geeschter Workshop Kulturhaus in Niederanven | October 18, 1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m. | Children: making ghosts out of pom-poms. | Check with the Kulturhaus for age requirements and registration details. |
| Trauliicht Weeks Robbesscheier, Munshausen | October 24–November 4 Evenings on October 24 and 31 | Children and adults: lanterns, crafts, and activities on the farm. | Trauliicht event only: €8 per person. Other packages available. Advance reservation required. |
| Halloween Family Festival Philharmonie, Luxembourg-Kirchberg | October 24 and 25 Times vary by activity | Concerts and workshops tailored to different age groups; multilingual activities for children ages 3 and up, and a play area for children ages 0–3. | Some activities are free; tickets required for others. |
| Halloween at neimënster Luxembourg-Grund | October 24 starting at 2 p.m. October 25, starting at 11 a.m. | Families: shows, music, a maze, and sensory experiences. | Conditions vary by activity: check the program and ticket office. |
| My Little Halloween Théâtre des Capucins, Luxembourg | October 31 at 2:30 p.m. | Ages 4 and up: three animated short films, program in French. | Full price: €3.70. Reservations via the box office. |
| Trauliicht Workshop A Possen Museum, Bech-Kleinmacher | October 31, 2:00 p.m.–5:30 p.m. | Children accompanied by an adult: beet carving and soup-making. | €30 per adult; children’s rates vary by age. Reservations required. |
| Legoprint Halloween Kulturhuef, Grevenmacher | November 3 and 5, 2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. | Ages 6 and up; French, English, German, and Luxembourgish. | €15 per child, materials included. 10 participants per session; reservations via the ticket office. |
In Munshausen, the Trauliicht Weeks take place from October 24 to November 4. Children can make traditional beetroot lanterns, participate in craft workshops, feed the animals, and take a horse-drawn carriage ride. This family outing at the Robescheier in Munshausen offers a hands-on experience of rural traditions in northern Luxembourg.
Two evening events round out the program: the October 24 walk begins around 7:15 p.m.; the October 31 walk begins around 6:15 p.m., following the choir’s performance at 5:30 p.m. A bonfire brings these events to a close.
The Trauliicht event alone costs €8 per person. Half-day or full-day packages, with or without meals, are also available. Check out the packages and make your reservation at the Robbesscheier.
On October 24 and 25, the Halloween Family Festival features concerts and interactive activities. Ages and languages vary by session: choose your program before booking.
Choose your activities from the Philharmonie’s program.
On October 24 and 25, Neimënster Abbey welcomes families to enjoy shows, a maze, a marching band, and experiences involving scent and light. A sound-and-light storytelling show is also scheduled for Saturday at dusk.
Activities begin on Saturday at 2 p.m. and on Sunday at 11 a.m. Check the Neimënster Halloween program for details on age requirements, languages, and admission conditions.
On Saturday, October 31, at 2:30 p.m., the Cinémathèque presents “Mon Petit Halloween,” a program of three animated short films with a total running time of 42 minutes, recommended for ages 4 and up. Two films are in French, and the third is silent.
The screening takes place at the Théâtre des Capucins, Place du Théâtre in Luxembourg. The full price is €3.70. Check out the “Mon Petit Halloween” screening and make a reservation.
On October 31 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., the A Possen Museum in Bech-Kleinmacher is hosting an intergenerational workshop. Participants will peel and carve their beets, then work together to make soup using the leftover vegetables. Children may come in costume and must be accompanied by an adult.
Reservations are required at +352 23 69 73 53 or by email at info@musee-possen.lu. The museum charges €30 per adult, €15 for children over 4 years old, and admission is free for children under 4. For a 4-year-old, please specify the rate when registering.
See details about the Trauliicht workshop at the A Possen Museum.
In Grevenmacher, Legoprint Halloween welcomes children ages 6 and up on November 3 and 5, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Children will create designs using Lego bricks before printing them: ghosts, pumpkins, and spiders will take shape on paper.
The workshop is advertised in French, English, German, and Luxembourgish. The fee is €15 per child, materials included, with a limit of 10 participants per session. Reserve a spot for the November 3 or November 5 session.
The American Women’s Club of Luxembourg is hosting its traditional Trunk or Treat on Saturday, October 17, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. Families can enjoy a Halloween atmosphere with trick-or-treating, games, and face painting.
Registration is open to the public, including non-members: €20 per child, with free admission for accompanying adults. Check the terms and conditions and register for the AWCL event.
The “Geeschter” workshop is scheduled for October 18 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Kulturhaus in Niederanven. Children will make little pom-pom ghosts to decorate their homes.
Check the age requirement, fee, and registration details with the Kulturhaus via the “Geeschter” workshop page.
For a cultural outing, MusicDays Vianden presents “Shadow Worlds” on October 31. Chamber music, literature, and the theremin come together for an evening centered on mysteries and ghosts.
The texts and voice-overs will be in German and Luxembourgish. Check the MusicDays Vianden program for the venue, times, and tickets.
All Saints’ Day celebrates all the saints in the Christian tradition. In Luxembourg, this day is also associated with visits to the cemetery, where families place flowers and candles on the graves of their loved ones. Religious ceremonies and the blessing of graves accompany this time of reflection.
To understand their place in local life, visit our page on religions in Luxembourg.
November 2 is dedicated to commemorating the deceased in the Catholic tradition. It is distinct from All Saints’ Day, even though visits to graves often take place on November 1.
Monday, November 2, 2026, is not a legal holiday in Luxembourg.
A Trauliicht is a lantern made from a hollowed-out beet, carved into the shape of a face and lit from within. This custom is particularly deeply rooted in the Éislek, the northern Ardennes region of Luxembourg.
According to popular belief, these lanterns warded off evil spirits and protected homes and livestock. They were often placed near barns. Today, making them and taking nighttime walks help pass this tradition on to children.
The grimacing faces are reminiscent of Halloween pumpkins, but Trauliicht retains its local rural roots. Discover Luxembourg’s other traditional customs and festivals as well.
Halloween is a tradition imported from the United States and is celebrated on October 31 with costumes, pumpkins, and activities centered around ghosts and witches. In Luxembourg, the events on offer provide many ways to participate, from movies to workshops to music.
For door-to-door trick-or-treating, plan a route with participating neighbors and accompany the youngest children. Be sure to have them wear yellow reflective vests for their safety near roads.
To extend your fall outings, several recreational sites in Belgium, France, and Germany offer Halloween programming. Choose based on your children’s ages and comfort levels, then check the opening schedule before buying your tickets.
At the Domaine des Grottes de Han, fall and Halloween decorations will be on display from October 10 through November 8, 2026. The family adventure “Ården and the Great Upheaval” takes place from October 29 to November 1, during the day, in the cave and the wildlife park.
The activities are included in the price of the corresponding standard tours. The story and encounters with characters guide this exploration, which is presented without any scary elements.
See the Halloween program for the Caves of Han. Also check out our ideas for visiting Belgium from Luxembourg.
In Maizières-lès-Metz, Walygator Grand Est is hosting Walloween from October 17 to November 1, 2026, according to its operating schedule. Decorations, shows, and activities complement the park’s attractions.
Check the details for each experience, including the recommended age and any additional tickets required. See the Walloween information and the park’s calendar. For other excursions, check out our suggestions for outings in France near Luxembourg.
In Rust, Europa-Park’s Halloween season runs from September 26 to November 1, 2026. Seasonal decorations, shows, and children’s activities complement the park’s regular attractions.
Check out Europa-Park’s Halloween program and plan your trip with our ideas for visiting Germany from Luxembourg.
“Mon Petit Halloween” is recommended for children ages 4 and up. The Philharmonie also offers multilingual activities for children ages 3 and up, such as the monster workshop and face painting. Follow the instructions for each activity and be mindful of your child’s comfort level.
Yes. The “Mon Petit Halloween” session is offered in French, and the “Brrr, on bruite!” workshop takes place in French. Legoprint is advertised in French, English, German, and Luxembourgish. At the Philharmonie, several activities are multilingual or wordless.
Yes. During the Philharmonie’s Familljefestival on October 24 and 25, 2026, the Monster Factory, the Enchanted Hair and Makeup Station, and the Little Monsters’ Corner are free to enter. Not all shows and workshops at the festival are free.
The Robbesscheier offers this activity during its Trauliicht Weeks, from October 24 to November 4, 2026. The A Possen Museum is also hosting a family workshop on October 31; adult supervision is required, and reservations are mandatory.
No. Trauliicht takes place in the fall with beetroot lanterns. Liichtmëssdag is held on February 2: children walk through their neighborhood with lanterns, sing, and receive candy or money.
To make the most of this time with your family, first choose an activity suitable for your children, then reserve your time slot with the organizer. A workshop or cultural outing can also be an opportunity to discover Luxembourgish traditions and meet other families.
Round out your itinerary with our ideas for outings with kids in Luxembourg and our suggestions for visiting the Grand Duchy as a family.
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