ING Night Marathon Luxembourg: running through the illuminated city
A festive night marathon that transforms Luxembourg City into a giant running track under the stars on 29 May 2026.
The ING Night Marathon Luxembourg will take place on 29 May 2026 through the streets of Luxembourg City. This nocturnal sporting event offers several routes, from the full marathon to shorter races, allowing everyone to participate according to their fitness level. The city comes alive after nightfall to welcome thousands of runners from across Europe.
The atmosphere is unique: illuminated historical monuments, music groups stationed along the route, and locals cheering from their windows create a festive community spirit. Families gather to support participants, and café terraces in the neighbourhoods along the route stay open late into the evening. It's as much a community celebration as a sporting event.
From Belgian Gaume, it's about 1h15 drive to Luxembourg City. Plan to arrive in the late afternoon to enjoy the pre-race buzz and find parking. Public transport is reinforced that evening. Even if you're not running, the atmosphere makes it worth the trip for a different kind of family evening out.