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40 Years of Open Air Cinema

Forty years ago, the magic of cinema stepped out under the stars of our capital for the very first time.

Long before it was called the “City Open Air Cinema”, our al fresco screenings were already bringing some of Luxembourg City’s most iconic places to life.
 

Since then, cinema under the stars has often meant raindrops, hoods and ponchos – but also laughter, good mood, and audiences ready to join in. With props, costumes and playful nods to the films, you have always played along and turned these screenings into a true celebration!

A little journey through our open‑air locations:
1986 – 2019: Cour des Capucins
2013 – 2019 & 2022: Parvis du Palais grand‑ducal
2016 – 2019: Rotondes
2020 & 2021: Kino um Glacis (drive‑in)
2023 – today: Knuedler
2026: Place Léon XIII

From intimate courtyards to the city’s grand squares, the screen has grown, but the spirit remains the same.

Curious to explore further ?