Publication date: 2026-02-17
Carnival 2026: The best parades not to miss in Luxembourg and Arlon
Carnival 2026: The best parades not to miss in Luxembourg and Arlon
“Hey, say there! Is it Mardi Gras? You’re dressed up like in the carnival!”
Dame Ginette exclaimed in front of Jacquouille and Messire Godefroy in Les Visiteurs (You got the reference, I hope?! 😏)
Well yes! This festive tradition straight out of the Middle Ages is well and truly back. In 2026, the parades and processions take the streets of Luxembourg and Arlon by storm 🎭
It’s up to you to choose your adventure: family outing in Remich, adrenaline rush at the Escher Fuesent, or an unusual stroll in Clervaux…
We’ve prepared 5 parades and processions you must not miss this year to celebrate as you should, in joy, good humor… and maybe with a bit of confetti in your hair 🎊
“Hey, say there! Is it Mardi Gras? You’re dressed up like in the carnival!”
Dame Ginette exclaimed in front of Jacquouille and Messire Godefroy in Les Visiteurs (You got the reference, I hope?! 😏)
Well yes! This festive tradition straight out of the Middle Ages is well and truly back. In 2026, the parades and processions take the streets of Luxembourg and Arlon by storm 🎭
It’s up to you to choose your adventure: family outing in Remich, adrenaline rush at the Escher Fuesent, or an unusual stroll in Clervaux…
We’ve prepared 5 parades and processions you must not miss this year to celebrate as you should, in joy, good humor… and maybe with a bit of confetti in your hair 🎊
“Hey, say there! Is it Mardi Gras? You’re dressed up like in the carnival!”
Dame Ginette exclaimed in front of Jacquouille and Messire Godefroy in Les Visiteurs (You got the reference, I hope?! 😏)
Well yes! This festive tradition straight out of the Middle Ages is well and truly back. In 2026, the parades and processions take the streets of Luxembourg and Arlon by storm 🎭
It’s up to you to choose your adventure: family outing in Remich, adrenaline rush at the Escher Fuesent, or an unusual stroll in Clervaux…
We’ve prepared 5 parades and processions you must not miss this year to celebrate as you should, in joy, good humor… and maybe with a bit of confetti in your hair 🎊
“Hey, say there! Is it Mardi Gras? You’re dressed up like in the carnival!”
Dame Ginette exclaimed in front of Jacquouille and Messire Godefroy in Les Visiteurs (You got the reference, I hope?! 😏)
Well yes! This festive tradition straight out of the Middle Ages is well and truly back. In 2026, the parades and processions take the streets of Luxembourg and Arlon by storm 🎭
It’s up to you to choose your adventure: family outing in Remich, adrenaline rush at the Escher Fuesent, or an unusual stroll in Clervaux…
We’ve prepared 5 parades and processions you must not miss this year to celebrate as you should, in joy, good humor… and maybe with a bit of confetti in your hair 🎊
6TH EDITION OF THE BIG BANG FESTIVAL AT THE NEUMÜNSTER ABBEY
6TH EDITION OF THE BIG BANG FESTIVAL AT THE NEUMÜNSTER ABBEY
6TH EDITION OF THE BIG BANG FESTIVAL AT THE NEUMÜNSTER ABBEY
6TH EDITION OF THE BIG BANG FESTIVAL AT THE NEUMÜNSTER ABBEY
A lively and colorful whirlwind is coming to the Abbey of Neumünster for the 6th edition of the Big Bang Festival! 🌈💥
This festival is a true ode to daring music and sound art, designed for young ears…and those who refuse to fully grow up 😉. Families, get ready: between crazy performances, artistic discoveries and rhythms that make you want to jump everywhere, we promise you a creative, colorful, and joyful outing.
Under this rain of colors and confetti, Nikki Ninja will reveal for the first time excerpts from his brand new album. Dive into the musical lab of the one-man-band and uncover the secrets of his creation…a real “wow” for the eardrums!
But the Big Bang is not just one artist: it's a carnival of sounds, colors, and surprises that will make your head spin (literally and figuratively).
📍Cultural Center of Meeting, Abbey of Neumünster, 28 Rue Münster, Grund Luxembourg - LU
📆 Sunday, February 22, 2026 (starting at 11 a.m.)
💰 Full price: €15 - Reduced price: €9 (Child, student under 26 years, PRO rate, person with reduced mobility. Proof will be required at the entrance)
A lively and colorful whirlwind is coming to the Abbey of Neumünster for the 6th edition of the Big Bang Festival! 🌈💥
This festival is a true ode to daring music and sound art, designed for young ears…and those who refuse to fully grow up 😉. Families, get ready: between crazy performances, artistic discoveries and rhythms that make you want to jump everywhere, we promise you a creative, colorful, and joyful outing.
Under this rain of colors and confetti, Nikki Ninja will reveal for the first time excerpts from his brand new album. Dive into the musical lab of the one-man-band and uncover the secrets of his creation…a real “wow” for the eardrums!
But the Big Bang is not just one artist: it's a carnival of sounds, colors, and surprises that will make your head spin (literally and figuratively).
📍Cultural Center of Meeting, Abbey of Neumünster, 28 Rue Münster, Grund Luxembourg - LU
📆 Sunday, February 22, 2026 (starting at 11 a.m.)
💰 Full price: €15 - Reduced price: €9 (Child, student under 26 years, PRO rate, person with reduced mobility. Proof will be required at the entrance)
A lively and colorful whirlwind is coming to the Abbey of Neumünster for the 6th edition of the Big Bang Festival! 🌈💥
This festival is a true ode to daring music and sound art, designed for young ears…and those who refuse to fully grow up 😉. Families, get ready: between crazy performances, artistic discoveries and rhythms that make you want to jump everywhere, we promise you a creative, colorful, and joyful outing.
Under this rain of colors and confetti, Nikki Ninja will reveal for the first time excerpts from his brand new album. Dive into the musical lab of the one-man-band and uncover the secrets of his creation…a real “wow” for the eardrums!
But the Big Bang is not just one artist: it's a carnival of sounds, colors, and surprises that will make your head spin (literally and figuratively).
📍Cultural Center of Meeting, Abbey of Neumünster, 28 Rue Münster, Grund Luxembourg - LU
📆 Sunday, February 22, 2026 (starting at 11 a.m.)
💰 Full price: €15 - Reduced price: €9 (Child, student under 26 years, PRO rate, person with reduced mobility. Proof will be required at the entrance)
A lively and colorful whirlwind is coming to the Abbey of Neumünster for the 6th edition of the Big Bang Festival! 🌈💥
This festival is a true ode to daring music and sound art, designed for young ears…and those who refuse to fully grow up 😉. Families, get ready: between crazy performances, artistic discoveries and rhythms that make you want to jump everywhere, we promise you a creative, colorful, and joyful outing.
Under this rain of colors and confetti, Nikki Ninja will reveal for the first time excerpts from his brand new album. Dive into the musical lab of the one-man-band and uncover the secrets of his creation…a real “wow” for the eardrums!
But the Big Bang is not just one artist: it's a carnival of sounds, colors, and surprises that will make your head spin (literally and figuratively).
📍Cultural Center of Meeting, Abbey of Neumünster, 28 Rue Münster, Grund Luxembourg - LU
📆 Sunday, February 22, 2026 (starting at 11 a.m.)
💰 Full price: €15 - Reduced price: €9 (Child, student under 26 years, PRO rate, person with reduced mobility. Proof will be required at the entrance)
ESCHER FUESENT - CAVALCADE OF ESCH-SUR-ALZETTE
ESCHER FUESENT - CAVALCADE OF ESCH-SUR-ALZETTE
ESCHER FUESENT - CAVALCADE OF ESCH-SUR-ALZETTE
ESCHER FUESENT - CAVALCADE OF ESCH-SUR-ALZETTE
On your marks, get set, confetti! Sunday, March 1st at 2:15 PM, the grand Cavalcade invades Esch-sur-Alzette! 🎉
Wacky floats, wildly colorful costumes, and wild beats will take over the streets of the city. We start from the Brillplaz, go through Ettelbruck Street, and end in a grand finale at the Gemengeplaz. Get your camera and your biggest smile ready 😎.
And because we don't want the party to stop, the After Cavalcade takes over from 4 PM to midnight.
On stage and spinning the decks: Ikke Hüftgold, Breitner, Nina Reh, Yves Desquiotz & Guy Lepage, DJ Al, and Blueteck.
📍Place de la Résistance, Esch-sur-Alzette - LU
📆 Sunday, March 1st, 2026 (from 2:15 p.m.)
💰 Free
On your marks, get set, confetti! Sunday, March 1st at 2:15 PM, the grand Cavalcade invades Esch-sur-Alzette! 🎉
Wacky floats, wildly colorful costumes, and wild beats will take over the streets of the city. We start from the Brillplaz, go through Ettelbruck Street, and end in a grand finale at the Gemengeplaz. Get your camera and your biggest smile ready 😎.
And because we don't want the party to stop, the After Cavalcade takes over from 4 PM to midnight.
On stage and spinning the decks: Ikke Hüftgold, Breitner, Nina Reh, Yves Desquiotz & Guy Lepage, DJ Al, and Blueteck.
📍Place de la Résistance, Esch-sur-Alzette - LU
📆 Sunday, March 1st, 2026 (from 2:15 p.m.)
💰 Free
On your marks, get set, confetti! Sunday, March 1st at 2:15 PM, the grand Cavalcade invades Esch-sur-Alzette! 🎉
Wacky floats, wildly colorful costumes, and wild beats will take over the streets of the city. We start from the Brillplaz, go through Ettelbruck Street, and end in a grand finale at the Gemengeplaz. Get your camera and your biggest smile ready 😎.
And because we don't want the party to stop, the After Cavalcade takes over from 4 PM to midnight.
On stage and spinning the decks: Ikke Hüftgold, Breitner, Nina Reh, Yves Desquiotz & Guy Lepage, DJ Al, and Blueteck.
📍Place de la Résistance, Esch-sur-Alzette - LU
📆 Sunday, March 1st, 2026 (from 2:15 p.m.)
💰 Free
On your marks, get set, confetti! Sunday, March 1st at 2:15 PM, the grand Cavalcade invades Esch-sur-Alzette! 🎉
Wacky floats, wildly colorful costumes, and wild beats will take over the streets of the city. We start from the Brillplaz, go through Ettelbruck Street, and end in a grand finale at the Gemengeplaz. Get your camera and your biggest smile ready 😎.
And because we don't want the party to stop, the After Cavalcade takes over from 4 PM to midnight.
On stage and spinning the decks: Ikke Hüftgold, Breitner, Nina Reh, Yves Desquiotz & Guy Lepage, DJ Al, and Blueteck.
📍Place de la Résistance, Esch-sur-Alzette - LU
📆 Sunday, March 1st, 2026 (from 2:15 p.m.)
💰 Free
ARLON CARNIVAL - 45TH CAVALCADE
ARLON CARNIVAL - 45TH CAVALCADE
ARLON CARNIVAL - 45TH CAVALCADE
ARLON CARNIVAL - 45TH CAVALCADE
From March 5 to 8, Arlon transforms into a true festive ground: parades, concerts, balls, costume contests, and a grand cavalcade, there's no way to be bored!
Thursday, March 5: official opening at the café Les Cigognes and dressing of the Bramant Deer with the Princely Court 2025 (from 5:30 PM)
Friday, March 6: grand costume party with costume contest and concert by the group AVU (9 PM-12 AM)
Saturday, March 7: children's parade and ball, inauguration of the future Carnival Prince, followed by a grand ball and Guggens concert for adults (from 1:30 PM)
Sunday, March 8: street entertainment, grand Cavalcade at 2:30 PM, free carnival ball and final rondo at the Bengal Fires.
Whether you come to dance, applaud, or dress up, Arlon is going to vibrate! Prepare your costume, your group... and consider the pre-sales for Friday and Saturday!
📍Arlon - BE
📆 From Thursday, March 5 to Sunday, March 8, 2026
💰 0-10€
From March 5 to 8, Arlon transforms into a true festive ground: parades, concerts, balls, costume contests, and a grand cavalcade, there's no way to be bored!
Thursday, March 5: official opening at the café Les Cigognes and dressing of the Bramant Deer with the Princely Court 2025 (from 5:30 PM)
Friday, March 6: grand costume party with costume contest and concert by the group AVU (9 PM-12 AM)
Saturday, March 7: children's parade and ball, inauguration of the future Carnival Prince, followed by a grand ball and Guggens concert for adults (from 1:30 PM)
Sunday, March 8: street entertainment, grand Cavalcade at 2:30 PM, free carnival ball and final rondo at the Bengal Fires.
Whether you come to dance, applaud, or dress up, Arlon is going to vibrate! Prepare your costume, your group... and consider the pre-sales for Friday and Saturday!
📍Arlon - BE
📆 From Thursday, March 5 to Sunday, March 8, 2026
💰 0-10€
From March 5 to 8, Arlon transforms into a true festive ground: parades, concerts, balls, costume contests, and a grand cavalcade, there's no way to be bored!
Thursday, March 5: official opening at the café Les Cigognes and dressing of the Bramant Deer with the Princely Court 2025 (from 5:30 PM)
Friday, March 6: grand costume party with costume contest and concert by the group AVU (9 PM-12 AM)
Saturday, March 7: children's parade and ball, inauguration of the future Carnival Prince, followed by a grand ball and Guggens concert for adults (from 1:30 PM)
Sunday, March 8: street entertainment, grand Cavalcade at 2:30 PM, free carnival ball and final rondo at the Bengal Fires.
Whether you come to dance, applaud, or dress up, Arlon is going to vibrate! Prepare your costume, your group... and consider the pre-sales for Friday and Saturday!
📍Arlon - BE
📆 From Thursday, March 5 to Sunday, March 8, 2026
💰 0-10€
From March 5 to 8, Arlon transforms into a true festive ground: parades, concerts, balls, costume contests, and a grand cavalcade, there's no way to be bored!
Thursday, March 5: official opening at the café Les Cigognes and dressing of the Bramant Deer with the Princely Court 2025 (from 5:30 PM)
Friday, March 6: grand costume party with costume contest and concert by the group AVU (9 PM-12 AM)
Saturday, March 7: children's parade and ball, inauguration of the future Carnival Prince, followed by a grand ball and Guggens concert for adults (from 1:30 PM)
Sunday, March 8: street entertainment, grand Cavalcade at 2:30 PM, free carnival ball and final rondo at the Bengal Fires.
Whether you come to dance, applaud, or dress up, Arlon is going to vibrate! Prepare your costume, your group... and consider the pre-sales for Friday and Saturday!
📍Arlon - BE
📆 From Thursday, March 5 to Sunday, March 8, 2026
💰 0-10€
NIGHT CAVALCADE IN CLERVAUX
NIGHT CAVALCADE IN CLERVAUX
NIGHT CAVALCADE IN CLERVAUX
NIGHT CAVALCADE IN CLERVAUX
Saturday, March 7, Clervaux lights up! 🌟
The association Landjugend Cliärref invites you to the 2nd nighttime cavalcade… and trust us, you won't want to miss anything.
6:11 PM (by 12 it's no longer worth showing up 😏) - Let's start!
From the Benelux Place parking lot, the parade makes its way through the town to the Multipurpose Hall (Eselborn Road). Colors, confetti, laughter, and good spirits… the carnival is at its peak.
After the parade, the celebration continues!
A big carnival ball with DJ Paul, Giant, and BigKeiler, followed by an award ceremony for the most outrageous costumes. And to keep you going, beverage and food stands await you along the route.
10:00 PM - Showtime!
The dance performance by KKG Tanzgarde Bötschebejer Seestürmer at the Multipurpose Hall will set the stage on fire and make you want to join in 🔥.
In short, a nighttime cavalcade not to be missed!
📍Parking lot of Benelux Place, Clervaux - LU
📆 Saturday, March 7, 2026 (from 6:11 p.m.)
💰 5€ (free for children under 12 years old)
Saturday, March 7, Clervaux lights up! 🌟
The association Landjugend Cliärref invites you to the 2nd nighttime cavalcade… and trust us, you won't want to miss anything.
6:11 PM (by 12 it's no longer worth showing up 😏) - Let's start!
From the Benelux Place parking lot, the parade makes its way through the town to the Multipurpose Hall (Eselborn Road). Colors, confetti, laughter, and good spirits… the carnival is at its peak.
After the parade, the celebration continues!
A big carnival ball with DJ Paul, Giant, and BigKeiler, followed by an award ceremony for the most outrageous costumes. And to keep you going, beverage and food stands await you along the route.
10:00 PM - Showtime!
The dance performance by KKG Tanzgarde Bötschebejer Seestürmer at the Multipurpose Hall will set the stage on fire and make you want to join in 🔥.
In short, a nighttime cavalcade not to be missed!
📍Parking lot of Benelux Place, Clervaux - LU
📆 Saturday, March 7, 2026 (from 6:11 p.m.)
💰 5€ (free for children under 12 years old)
Saturday, March 7, Clervaux lights up! 🌟
The association Landjugend Cliärref invites you to the 2nd nighttime cavalcade… and trust us, you won't want to miss anything.
6:11 PM (by 12 it's no longer worth showing up 😏) - Let's start!
From the Benelux Place parking lot, the parade makes its way through the town to the Multipurpose Hall (Eselborn Road). Colors, confetti, laughter, and good spirits… the carnival is at its peak.
After the parade, the celebration continues!
A big carnival ball with DJ Paul, Giant, and BigKeiler, followed by an award ceremony for the most outrageous costumes. And to keep you going, beverage and food stands await you along the route.
10:00 PM - Showtime!
The dance performance by KKG Tanzgarde Bötschebejer Seestürmer at the Multipurpose Hall will set the stage on fire and make you want to join in 🔥.
In short, a nighttime cavalcade not to be missed!
📍Parking lot of Benelux Place, Clervaux - LU
📆 Saturday, March 7, 2026 (from 6:11 p.m.)
💰 5€ (free for children under 12 years old)
Saturday, March 7, Clervaux lights up! 🌟
The association Landjugend Cliärref invites you to the 2nd nighttime cavalcade… and trust us, you won't want to miss anything.
6:11 PM (by 12 it's no longer worth showing up 😏) - Let's start!
From the Benelux Place parking lot, the parade makes its way through the town to the Multipurpose Hall (Eselborn Road). Colors, confetti, laughter, and good spirits… the carnival is at its peak.
After the parade, the celebration continues!
A big carnival ball with DJ Paul, Giant, and BigKeiler, followed by an award ceremony for the most outrageous costumes. And to keep you going, beverage and food stands await you along the route.
10:00 PM - Showtime!
The dance performance by KKG Tanzgarde Bötschebejer Seestürmer at the Multipurpose Hall will set the stage on fire and make you want to join in 🔥.
In short, a nighttime cavalcade not to be missed!
📍Parking lot of Benelux Place, Clervaux - LU
📆 Saturday, March 7, 2026 (from 6:11 p.m.)
💰 5€ (free for children under 12 years old)
WEEKEND OF PARADES IN REMICH
WEEKEND OF PARADES IN REMICH
WEEKEND OF PARADES IN REMICH
WEEKEND OF PARADES IN REMICH
Remich is adorned with a thousand colors from March 13 to 15! 🎉
Friday, March 13 - After Work & Ball
The festivities start at 4:30 PM with the Afterwork Party
Then at 8:30 PM, it's time for the official party! Music by DJ Gus and covers by Coverband ELLIOT
Saturday, March 14 - Children's Carnival Ball
At 2:30 PM, it's time for the kids! 🎈
The first edition of the Children's Carnival Ball, with entertainment by DJ Hofmeister and a mascot. Laughter, somersaults, and colorful costumes ! And for the adults… starting at 7:30 PM, meet at the swimming pool parking lot for the traditional Halleffaschten. Dance, music, and festive atmosphere with Ever Dance 🎶
Sunday, March 15 - Cavalcade
The big moment has finally arrived: the Remich Cavalcade! Immerse yourself in a colourful and cheerful parade.
And because the party never stops... stay under the marquee for the After Cavalcade Party, animated by DJ AL, to end the weekend in a whirlwind of dance and confetti.
📍Route du vin, Remich - LU
📆 From Friday, March 13 to Sunday, March 15, 2026
💰 7€
Remich is adorned with a thousand colors from March 13 to 15! 🎉
Friday, March 13 - After Work & Ball
The festivities start at 4:30 PM with the Afterwork Party
Then at 8:30 PM, it's time for the official party! Music by DJ Gus and covers by Coverband ELLIOT
Saturday, March 14 - Children's Carnival Ball
At 2:30 PM, it's time for the kids! 🎈
The first edition of the Children's Carnival Ball, with entertainment by DJ Hofmeister and a mascot. Laughter, somersaults, and colorful costumes ! And for the adults… starting at 7:30 PM, meet at the swimming pool parking lot for the traditional Halleffaschten. Dance, music, and festive atmosphere with Ever Dance 🎶
Sunday, March 15 - Cavalcade
The big moment has finally arrived: the Remich Cavalcade! Immerse yourself in a colourful and cheerful parade.
And because the party never stops... stay under the marquee for the After Cavalcade Party, animated by DJ AL, to end the weekend in a whirlwind of dance and confetti.
📍Route du vin, Remich - LU
📆 From Friday, March 13 to Sunday, March 15, 2026
💰 7€
Remich is adorned with a thousand colors from March 13 to 15! 🎉
Friday, March 13 - After Work & Ball
The festivities start at 4:30 PM with the Afterwork Party
Then at 8:30 PM, it's time for the official party! Music by DJ Gus and covers by Coverband ELLIOT
Saturday, March 14 - Children's Carnival Ball
At 2:30 PM, it's time for the kids! 🎈
The first edition of the Children's Carnival Ball, with entertainment by DJ Hofmeister and a mascot. Laughter, somersaults, and colorful costumes ! And for the adults… starting at 7:30 PM, meet at the swimming pool parking lot for the traditional Halleffaschten. Dance, music, and festive atmosphere with Ever Dance 🎶
Sunday, March 15 - Cavalcade
The big moment has finally arrived: the Remich Cavalcade! Immerse yourself in a colourful and cheerful parade.
And because the party never stops... stay under the marquee for the After Cavalcade Party, animated by DJ AL, to end the weekend in a whirlwind of dance and confetti.
📍Route du vin, Remich - LU
📆 From Friday, March 13 to Sunday, March 15, 2026
💰 7€
Remich is adorned with a thousand colors from March 13 to 15! 🎉
Friday, March 13 - After Work & Ball
The festivities start at 4:30 PM with the Afterwork Party
Then at 8:30 PM, it's time for the official party! Music by DJ Gus and covers by Coverband ELLIOT
Saturday, March 14 - Children's Carnival Ball
At 2:30 PM, it's time for the kids! 🎈
The first edition of the Children's Carnival Ball, with entertainment by DJ Hofmeister and a mascot. Laughter, somersaults, and colorful costumes ! And for the adults… starting at 7:30 PM, meet at the swimming pool parking lot for the traditional Halleffaschten. Dance, music, and festive atmosphere with Ever Dance 🎶
Sunday, March 15 - Cavalcade
The big moment has finally arrived: the Remich Cavalcade! Immerse yourself in a colourful and cheerful parade.
And because the party never stops... stay under the marquee for the After Cavalcade Party, animated by DJ AL, to end the weekend in a whirlwind of dance and confetti.
📍Route du vin, Remich - LU
📆 From Friday, March 13 to Sunday, March 15, 2026
💰 7€
