Opening Festival LUGA

On May 10, 2025, LUGA – Luxembourg Urban Garden will host its opening festival on the lawn of the Kinnekswiss, in the heart of the municipal park. Surrounded by greenery, this festive day marks the launch of the LUGA 2025 exhibition and its full program. The event is designed with respect for the environment and nature, offering activities inspired by the principles of a slow event.

Program:

A diverse program will run throughout the afternoon across various dedicated areas of the park. Three stages will host artistic and musical performances.

1. Rose Stage: The festival’s main stage, featuring the highlights of the artistic and musical lineup.

• Opening Speech – 1:30 PM – 2:00 PM
• IREM – 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM
  Luxembourgish artist of Turkish origin, IREM transcends cultural borders with her blend of pop, hip-hop, and R’n’B. Her captivating voice and command of five languages create a truly unique musical experience.
• Aucklane – 3:15 PM – 4:00 PM
  An artist from Liège with a dark, bold rock alter ego, elevated by mesmerizing lyrics.
• The Ferocious Few – 4:30 PM – 5:15 PM
  A rock duo led by Francisco Fernandez, fusing rock, folk, punk, and rockabilly into raw, authentic music.
• FùGù MANGO – 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
  A Brussels-based collective blending African rhythms, electro, and indie pop. Inspired by Talking Heads and Yeasayer, their colorful and danceable music features intense percussion and captivating guitars.
• Ouai Stéphane – 7:45 PM – 8:45 PM
  French electronic musician known for his innovative live performances using everyday objects as MIDI instruments.

2. Orchid Stage: The festival’s second music stage

• Contemporary music concerts by students of Max Serra’s music program at the Luxembourg City Conservatory:
  2:30 PM–3:15 PM, 3:30 PM–4:15 PM
  Vibraphone by Elisabeth Scheuren, electric bass by Arthur Engel, trumpet by Leopold Strauss, piano by Hanna Jane Lyon, drums by Gabin Tavernier, and vocals by Ginka Lambrich.
• Blue-ish – 5:00 PM – 5:45 PM
  Luxembourgish Pop-Folk artist
• Boy From Home – 6:30 PM – 7:15 PM
  Luxembourgish Pop-Folk artist
• Alfalfa – 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM
  Luxembourgish Rock-Pop-Electro artist

3. Wëllplanzen: The Kids’ Stage

• Variety of Beautiful Things, by Zaltimbanq Zirkus asbl: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM | LU/FR/EN | Ages 3+
• Journey to the Land of Trees, by Aïcha Ayoub, Compagnie Kaktus: 3:30 PM – 4:00 PM, 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM | FR | All ages
• Tata Margréitchen, by Kultrun asbl: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM | LU | All ages
• Into the Fire, by COLLECTIF PRIMAVEZ: 8:30 PM – 9:00 PM | Ages 3+

Kids Village: An enchanting village for children, where stories and imagination bring magical worlds to life.

• NATURA FABULAS, by Erzielkonscht: 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM, 2:45 PM – 3:15 PM, 4:15 PM – 4:45 PM | LU | For kids and families, ages 4+
• Story Biodiversity, by Zaubernoss asbl and Muriel Nossem: 3:30 PM – 4:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 5:30 PM, 5:45 PM – 6:15 PM | LU/FR/DE | Ages 3+

4. La Fabrique Ludique: A space for creative workshops and play stations

• Kamishibai Workshop, by Zoom éditions SA: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM | LU/FR | Ages 3+
• “How to Make Your Own Flower Crown?”, by Share & Create: 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM | FR/EN | Ages 5–15
• Paper Insects, by Share & Create – Textured Creations: 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM | Ages 5–15
• Origami Flowers and Butterflies, by Share & Create: 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM | FR/EN | Ages 5–15
• Playground, by COLLECTIF PRIMAVEZ: 2:30 PM – 3:15 PM, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM | FR | All ages
• SuperDrecksKëscht Activities: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM | LU/FR/DE | All ages
• Tataki Zomé, by Sandrine Romanelli Thill: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM | FR | Ages 6+
• Tuffi Corner, by Lëtzebuerg City Library: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM | LU/FR/DE/EN | Ages 4+

Interactive Art Installations – Unique, fun experiences for families

• Cirqmatique Super3000, by CirQ asbl: Ongoing | FR/EN | Ages 4–10
• Hamsterrad, by Actic: 2 sessions of 90 mins (to be confirmed) | Ages 5+
• Human Claw Crane, by CirQ asbl: Ongoing | All ages
• Human Jukebox, by CirQ asbl: Ongoing | All ages
• Wooden Games, by Yves Lomba: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM | All ages
• Pigeon Loft, by CirQ asbl: 2:00 PM – 2:35 PM, 3:00 PM – 3:35 PM, 4:00 PM – 4:35 PM, 5:00 PM – 5:35 PM | All ages
• Come On, Let’s Go!, by Cie La Corneille bleue asbl: 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM, 5:30 PM – 6:00 PM | Ages 8+
• NoMo, by Tiago Fonseca: 3:30 PM – 4:00 PM, 5:30 PM – 6:00 PM | All ages

Roaming Performances – Unexpected artistic encounters along every path!

• Actic Airlines, by Actic: 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM, 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM | NL/EN/DE | All ages
• Art Critics, by Tiago Fonseca and Joe Fleming: 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM, 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM | EN | All ages
• Kiddy Ride Police Patrol, by Actic: 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM, 5:30 PM – 6:00 PM | NL/EN/DE | All ages
• Human Safari, by CirQ asbl: 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM | FR/EN | All ages
• Trashbeatz, by CirQ asbl: 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM, 3:30 PM – 4:00 PM, 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM | All ages
• Journey to the Land of Trees (Story Walk), by Aïcha Ayoub, Compagnie Kaktus: 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM, 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM | FR | All ages

LUGA Village – A space for meeting LUGA’s partners

In the LUGA Village, visitors can meet the festival’s partners and sponsors, and discover various fun and informative activities.

• LUGA Nordstad – Commune of Ettelbruck
  Presenting innovative projects from LUGA Nordstad through fun activities.
• Viticulture and Winemaking Institute (IVV)
  Tasting of the exclusive LUGA 2025 Vintage Crémant, courtesy of partner IVV.
• Luxembourg Railways (CFL) – Premium partner
  Activities highlighting sustainable mobility and services provided by CFL.
• ProVelo
  A workshop to create your own smoothie by pedaling – a fun and tasty experience.
• Vereal
  Wooden game activities for the whole family.
• Eurosolar Lëtzebuerg asbl
  Energy-saving tips and activities to help reduce consumption and protect the environment.
• Vereal & GOCA
  A variety of fun and engaging animations from this committed sponsor.
• Oeuvre Nationale

Various activities to test your knowledge about the Oeuvre Nationale in a fun way.