Public holiday in Luxembourg
Europe Day in Luxembourg
Saturday, May 9, 2026
Nationwide public holiday
Europe Day is a nationwide public holiday in Luxembourg that marks the country’s connection to the European Union and the wider European project. It is observed on 9 May.
About Europe Day in Luxembourg
In Luxembourg, Europe Day is both a public holiday and a visible reminder of the country’s close role in European integration. The date falls in the period when Luxembourg institutions, residents and visitors may also notice related EU-themed activity, but the holiday itself is distinct from the country’s national day and religious feast days. As a nationwide holiday, it applies across the whole country.
History
Europe Day commemorates the Schuman Declaration of 9 May 1950, which is regarded as a founding moment in what became the European Union. Luxembourg’s official observance reflects the country’s long-standing participation in European institutions, including the presence of major EU bodies in Luxembourg City.
How Europe Day is celebrated in Luxembourg
Public life is generally quieter than on an ordinary working day, and the date is often marked by institutional or civic events with a European theme. In Luxembourg City, the presence of European institutions gives the day a particular public profile, but it is not known for a single nationwide folk custom.
Interesting facts
Luxembourg is one of the six founding states of the European integration project that began after the Schuman Declaration. The country hosts several major European Union institutions in Luxembourg City.
Dates in published calendars
| Year | Holiday date | Observed date | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 9 May 2026 | — | Nationwide |
Import sources
- Generic ICS feed
An import is not an independent verification.