(L-R) Patrick Goldschmidt, Alderman of Luxembourg City; Laurent Schwaller, Head of the VdL Department of Public Spaces, Festivals and Markets; Credit: Ali Sahib, Chronicle.lu

On Friday 13 November 2026, the City of Luxembourg (VdL) held a press conference to present this year’s Winterlights programme; speakers included Aldermen Patrick Goldschmidt, as well as Laurent Schwaller, Head of the VdL Department of Public Spaces, Festivals and Markets.

This year’s Winterlights festival will take place from Friday 20 November 2026 to Monday 4 January 2026, transforming Luxembourg City into a festive and welcoming destination with Christmas lights, decorations, winter chalets and Christmas trees set up throughout the capital, and offering a comprehensive programme of activities for all ages.

The chalets will be selling Christmas decorations, handicrafts, toys, jewellery, clothing, sweets, as well as hot and cold drinks and various culinary treats ranging from traditional favourites to more original creations.

In Luxembourg City, Christmas markets are being erected at seven locations: 

- “Lëtzebuerger Chrëschtmaart” (Luxembourg Christmas Market) in Place d’Armes, the historic home of Luxembourg City's Christmas market since 1984, will host 37 wooden chalets offering everything from thoughtful gift ideas to delicious festive treats, all set beneath the traditional Christmas tree and beside the nativity scene.

- “Wantermaart” (Winter Market) at Place de la Constitution will feature 39 chalets nestled around the "Gëlle Fra", alongside a Sapin Doré and a range of other attractions such as a giant pyramid, a Ferris wheel, three fairground rides: "Jungle Tour", "Mon Beau Sapin" and "Carrousel Royal". A panoramic dining area will offer views over the Pétrusse Valley and the Pont Adolphe. 

- “Niklosmaart” (Nicholas Market) in Place de Paris will host fourteen chalets offering food, drinks, crafts and seasonal entertainment;

- “Wanterpark” (Winter Park) in Kinnekswiss will feature the popular open-air ice rink and a gourmet food village consisting of five chalets;

- “Sapin Royal” (Royal Tree) in Place Émile Hamilius returns following a successful first opening in 2025, with six chalets offering sweet and savoury treats, mulled wine and other seasonal drinks (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic).

In addition, "Winterkids" and "Adventskalennerhaus" will return to Place Guillaume II, with the "Winterkids Village" set to host 280 workshops and shows, from cooking and craft sessions to puppet theatre, singing and live music, creating a festive and creative atmosphere for children and families.

On Sunday 29 November 2026, St Nicholas and his companion the Houseker, together with a troupe of angels, will tour Luxembourg City giving out traditional goodie bags filled with sweet treats.

Additionally, Christmas illuminations will adorn Luxembourg City's streets and squares from Friday 20 November 2026 to Sunday 10 January 2027, featuring more than a million decorative lights, from sparkling displays to more subtle illuminations.

The full Winterlights 2026 programme is available on the official VdL website.

Credit: Ali Sahib, Chronicle.lu