Spring is here! With it, an ancient spirit of renewal awakens to new life. WALPURGIS NIGHT - once a sacred festival of renewal, later feared as a night of witches, Walpurgis has always been a time of transformation.
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For the first time, the Lovers of the Universe presents this powerful, ancient folk ritual. Look forward to meaningful workshops, breathtaking concerts, primal drum rhythms, hypnotic ethno beats — and incredible surprises!
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Let yourself be drawn into a mesmerizing dance by the flames of the night, feel the euphoria and renewal that spring and new beginnings bring. Immerse yourself in a night full of magic, tradition, and unforgettable moments.​
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Join us. Ignite the ritual.
PROGRAM
18:00
Doors open
18:30 – 19:45
Late afternoon
Walpurgis story, herbs and incense ritual
Workshop with wild plant pedagogue Manon Bissen
Walpurgis Night, Beltaine, herbs and witches... how is it all connected? Let me take you on a historical journey through several centuries and cultures. The wild plant pedagogue, Manon Bissen, known as 'Wëll Muert', takes you on a journey into the past and uses wild herbs to make the connection to today.
19:50 - 20:50
Golden Hour
Ancestral Drum Rhythms
with Drum Circle
The rhythm of the drums prepares the night of Walpurgis, setting the stage for transformation, which culminates in the lighting of the great fire. Powerful sounds that embody the tradition of Beltane and guide the transition from darkness to light.
20:50- 21:45
Civil Twilight
D´Halunken
Luxembourgish Folkband
Mystical Folk music from Luxembourg. 7 beautiful souls giving a collective happening in the most various music genres and multiple languages.
21:45 – 22:05
Nautical Twilight
Drum Circle and Multi-Sound Collective
Ritual Drum Circle and performance
Mehrklang is a collective of creative free spirits from the arts and social fields, dedicated to a diverse socio-cultural program and interdisciplinary projects. Look forward to Acro-Yoga, improv theater, dance, and a performance inspired by the spirit of Walpurgis Night! more infos at kollektivmehrklang.de
22:05 – 22:20
Astronomical Twilight
D´Arc Angels Fire Show
Fire performance
The impressive performance of the D’Arc Angels ignites the great bonfire and ushers in the astronomical twilight – the magical highlight of the evening.
22:20 – 23:00
Total Darkness
Spilldeyvel
Celtic Bagpipe and Drum Band
Three bagpipes, drums, and a dancer unleash devilish, ancient, and powerful melodies – the perfect band for Walpurgis Night and an unforgettable night of dancing.
More information
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23:00 – 02:00
Total Darkness
Worldmukka
Walpurgis edition
Live Performance with Ethno Electronic, Deep House & Sacred Ceremony
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LOCATION
The Walpurgis Night, an ancient spring festival of transformation and renewal, takes place in the unique setting of the Ellergronn Nature Conservation Center — a place where nature and history come together.
The Ellergronn Nature Conservation Center, located about 2 km south of Esch-sur-Alzette, lies at the entrance to the Ellergronn Nature Reserve and is housed in the restored buildings of the former Cockerill Mine. This site unites the region’s rich natural and cultural heritage: once a center of mining activity, today a protected space for nature and history.
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The center offers permanent and temporary exhibitions on the history of mining and the unique nature of the Minette region. Several educational trails pass through the surrounding nature reserves, inviting visitors to explore the landscape and its evolution.
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On a selected meadow at the edge of the forest, surrounded by the powerful nature of this historic site, we bring the tradition of Walpurgis Night to life in a truly unique atmosphere.
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SOCIO-CULTURAL
Part of the entries go to the children and youngsters of the "Internat Convict épiscopal" who are in charge of the event decorations.