National Day in Luxembourg honors the Grand Duke's official birthday and serves as the country's national holiday. Originally linked to the monarch's birthday, the date was fixed in 1961 to ensure pleasant summer weather. Across the country, towns host concerts, cultural events, and family gatherings, making it a joyful celebration of Luxembourg's heritage, monarchy, and independence.

When is National Day?

National Day in Luxembourg is celebrated on June 23 every year.

The following is the list of National Day from 2020 to 2049.

The History of National Day?

Luxembourg's National Day, officially known as the Grand Duke's Official Birthday, celebrates the head of state and national unity. The tradition dates back to the 18th and 19th centuries, when monarchs' birthdays were celebrated individually. Each Grand Duke or Grand Duchess had their own birthday recognized as a public celebration, marked by official ceremonies, military displays, and public festivities.

The current date, June 23, was not originally linked to any royal birthday. In 1961, the government under Grand Duchess Charlotte decided to fix the celebration permanently on June 23, ensuring better summer weather for outdoor festivities. Previously, the holiday was observed on January 23, but cold winter conditions made public celebrations difficult.

The 1961 decision transformed the royal birthday celebration into a national day of pride and unity, reflecting Luxembourg's growing sense of national identity in the post-war era. Over time, the focus shifted from celebrating the sovereign's birthday to honoring the country itself, its people, and its independence.

Today, National Day remains both a royal celebration and a national festival of culture, democracy, and tradition, uniting the people of Luxembourg in shared heritage and joy.