concert20:00The Neighbourhood
American indie rock band The Neighbourhood performs at Royal Arena.
concert20:00American indie rock band The Neighbourhood performs at Royal Arena.
concert18:00British singer-songwriter Ed Harcourt performs an intimate live concert at Nöjesfabriken's Innergården stage in Karlstad.
concert20:00Two Swedish 1990s icons meet on stage: Atomic Swing and Popsicle perform together their classic songs from an era that defined Swedish pop music.
concert18:30Stick To Your Guns perform at Filmstudion in Göteborg. The American hardcore band presents their latest album "Keep Planting Flowers" with focused and intense sound.
concert17:00Dina Ögon performs a live session at Trädgården in Stockholm.
concert19:00Albin Lee Meldau and Arvid Nero perform at Parksnäckan in Uppsala.
concert19:00Brazilian death metal band The Troops of Doom, featuring Sepultura's original guitarist Jairo "Tormentor" Guedz, performs in Göteborg with The Generals as support.
concert20:00Jill Johnson performs at Mosebacketerrassen in Stockholm.
concert20:00Night of Queen performs Queen's classic hits with Johan Boding as frontman at Liseberg.
concert17:00Malmö Symphony Orchestra's wind section performs an after-work concert featuring Mozart, Turkish folk arrangements, and jazzy brass pieces, followed by DJ music in the bistro.
concertCountertenor Jakub Józef Orliński and the Baroque orchestra Il Pomo d'Oro present a programme of early Baroque music, from masterworks by Monteverdi to newly discovered compositions.
concert18:00Ragnarök honours Jojje Wadenius and his musical legacy with the original 1972 line-up. An evening of music from Made in Sweden and classic jazz standards.
concert(2 days)
Toody Cole and her band and Jenny Don't & The Spurs take the stage at Pustervik in Göteborg.
festival09:00Frihamnsdagarna is an open festival in Göteborg featuring debates, culture and activities around social issues. Free entry for all.
festival(4 days)
Göteborgskalaset is a four-day festival on 27-30 August with free concerts, dance, food and activities across multiple stages in central Göteborg. Artists including Miriam Bryant, Sahara Hotnights and Teddybears perform at Götaplatsen and other venues throughout the city.
club18:00After work and after concert at Malmö Live with DJ Rivet and MSO's brass section - an evening of music and socialising.
classical19:00Season opening at Norrlandsoperan featuring Beethoven and Shostakovich. Violinist Ava Bahari performs Beethoven's Violin Concerto.
lecture17:00A book circle evening about the Palme murder with law professor Christian Dahlman from Lund University, creator of the podcast "Öppet fall". Discussion of three books and the unsolved questions surrounding the murder.
concert20:00Mother Of Pearl presents their new album alongside Major Business at Medley in Malmö.
exhibition(45 days)
Han Veltman's bold paintings and sculptures on display at Nalen. Vernissage Thursday 27 August, 5-7 pm.
concert20:00American country musician Jim Lauderdale performs at Twang in Stockholm.
concert19:00Carola performs at Salong Storan - Garvaren Bio in Ljungby.
concert20:00Rebecca Tilles performs at Musikens Hus in Göteborg on 27 August.
festivalPoetry and music meet in a grassroots initiative that unites local artists to explore communication and community.
concert17:00Cleo, one of Sweden's most important hip-hop voices, performs at Bryggan on Ringön. Following her acclaimed debut album "Missaoui", she continues to develop her personal and danceable sound alongside Academics.
concert20:00Rattlesnake Milk performs at Blackbird in Uppsala.
festival(3 days)
Gondolen hosts crayfish parties across three August evenings with live jazz and views over Stockholm.
festival(4 days)
Heritage festival at Kronovall Castle featuring historical exhibitions, guided tours, and cultural activities for all ages.
theater18:30Blaue Frau turns 20 and examines her own feminist work through an investigation of a debate forum from 2006. A provocative performance about feminism, responsibility, and change.
concert20:15Swedish pop star Carola takes the stage in Lund. Live concert at Kino 2.
stand-up19:30Stand-up comedy evening with Comedy Carnival in Västerås. A fun night with several comedians.
theater19:30Karnevalsrevyn returns with a new show about life passing in review. A festive theatrical experience at Lunds stadsteater.
stand-upAna Falcon shares her humorous journey to becoming Estonia's most prominent Mexican, exploring survival in Eastern Europe.
festival17:45PalmFestivalen at Stortorget in Trelleborg presents Rydell & Quick on Thursday evening, 27 August.
concert19:00The Carling Sisters bring jazz to World of Volvo - Ceno Brasserie in Göteborg.
theaterA dance performance exploring motherhood and dreams from pregnancy to infancy, part of Stockholm Fringe Festival.
stand-up(2 days)
Award-winning South African comedian Dalin Oliver recounts four surreal days stranded in Dubai, from missiles in the sky to viral updates that made him South Africa's unofficial foreign correspondent.
theater(3 days)
Four figures explore sensory spaces through movement, sound, and surrealist humor in this experimental theatre performance at Stockholm Fringe Festival.
theater(3 days)
Spanish dance theatre blends karaoke, traditional Basque songs and comedy in a love letter to lost nature. Part of Stockholm Fringe Festival.
club16:00Skybar 54 offers views over Malmö from the top of the high-rise building. Book your tickets for an afternoon or evening at this popular sky bar.
festival(3 days)
Load Up North is a festival in Boden offering music, activities and community spirit for all ages.
festival(4 days)
Göteborgskalaset is a four-day festival in Göteborg with music, food, and entertainment for all ages.
festival15:00Streetfoodfestivalen fills Basargatan and Kungstorget with around 60 food trucks, local drinks and two days of food competitions. Free entry.
festival17:00Boost and Shine - Women After Work returns on 27 August with inspiring talks on autumn start, style and sustainable wardrobe, live music, exhibitors and a summer buffet at Kråkholmen.
concert18:00Music concert on the steamship S/S Blidösund on 27 August, featuring STHLM Solala from 18:00 to 21:30.
exhibitionOfficial opening of sculptor Davide Rivalta's large-scale art installation featuring an artist talk at the Italian Cultural Institute and a guided tour to the sculptures.
theater19:00Shakespeare's classic comedy about two sisters gets a fresh interpretation by director Farnaz Arbabi at Stora scenen, where the 1500s meet the present through the 1980s, featuring clowns and dancers from the Ballet Academy.
theater10:00A humorous family drama in which eight-year-old Minou rescues a cat and must navigate between her beloved new friend and a jealous father.
club(113 days)
Stockholm's emo gathering every other Thursday with DJ or karaoke - emo, pop-punk and metalcore for everyone who wants to be themselves.
theaterParticipatory performance art that transforms personal anxieties into physical traces through sound and audience interaction. Part of Stockholm Fringe Festival.
theater(4 days)
Rebecka Cardoso blends clown and mask technique with ancient Norse divination art in a fully improvised, interactive performance where the audience can ask questions to the character the Seer.
theater(2 days)
An odd and humorous theatre piece about a woman and her peculiar relationship with an onion.
theater20:30Experimental performance art at Reimersholme Hotel. An immersive theatrical experience exploring themes of arrival and presence.
other(3 days)
Katerina Drakopoulou's non-verbal walking performance on Stockholm's streets, where 22 improvised physical compositions meet the city's architecture and daily life.
club17:00Latin Sunset Thursday at House of Q in Stockholm - an evening of Latin American music and dance.
concert19:00Country music at Fyrens Ölkafé in Göteborg. A relaxed evening with live music and drinks after work.
lecture18:00Political debate and discussion in Stockholm.
theater18:00The Awakening Performance Avväxten is a theatricalized sermon based on David Väyrynen's forthcoming poetry collection, performed by an ensemble at Vittangi Folkets Hus.
theater19:00A theatre play about Princess Cecilia Vasa, who refused to give up despite adversity and limitations.
theater20:00Fredrik Andersson presents the preview show "TOO SOON". An early version of an upcoming performance.
club18:30An evening of dinner and entertainment with classic hits, sketches, and surprise performances. Three-course dinner and show, with the option to continue in the nightclub.
otherAn improvised music and video performance where artist Siri Hagerfors and musician Erik Daghäll create sound and image in real time on stage.
other(3 days)
A cross-disciplinary trilogy exploring communication's evolution from letters to AI, featuring processed clarinet and sound-reactive visuals by Linus Fung and Moon.noon.
other13:00Guided tour of Malmö's iconic spiral-shaped skyscraper Turning Torso.
other20:00Specialisterna Podcast celebrates its 10th anniversary at BABEL in Malmö. An evening with the podcast creators and guests.
lecture14:30Guided tour of the 49-metre-high Seamen's Tower at the Maritime Museum - a classic viewpoint over Göteborg's harbour with 194 steps.
lecture13:00A guided walk through Göteborg exploring the transformation of Majorna, Masthugget and Haga since the 1960s - from working-class quarters to modern mixed-use districts.
lecture13:00A guided walk through Västra Nordstan exploring the stories of Swedish emigrants who left for America during the great emigration.
16:00After nearly four decades, the CEV EuroVolley returns to Swedish soil, with Scandinavium Arena in Gothenburg hosting one of the tournament's groups from 21-27 August 2026. The…
lecture18:00Guided tour of historic apartments in Haga spanning the 18th to early 20th century. Limited places, advance booking required.
festival10:00Spend a day exploring Ystad's historic attractions and local culture in this guided discovery event.
theater10:00A youth drama about friendship, envy and identity as Alice navigates a world of influencers and new classmates.
exhibition11:00Entrance tickets to Armémuseum in Stockholm on 27 June 2026.
other13:00Story time for parents on leave with baby carrier demonstration at the Ethnographic Museum.
lectureTextile artist Alma Winkler talks with Saskia Neuman about the exhibition "Wrapping of time", where everyday objects are wrapped with hand-dyed fabric to explore the nature of memory.
other17:30A creative paper flower workshop with a shared toast at Waldemarsudde.
musical18:30A festive evening of music and dancing celebrating ABBA's Mamma Mia! at Tyrol in Stockholm.
other18:30An artistic performance at Reimersholme Hotel in Stockholm.
otherAn evening at Postmuseum where you write letters, eat, drink and converse. Writing paper and pens are available, and the evening opens with a conversation about history, design and craftsmanship.
lecture11:15Guided tour of Tjolöholm Castle, a historic manor house with beautiful grounds and period interiors.
lecture13:45Guided tour of Skokloster Castle, a baroque palace from the 1600s featuring original furnishings and art collections.
otherA memorial day for Raoul Wallenberg, the Swedish diplomat who saved tens of thousands of Jews from the Holocaust through protective passes and Swedish safe houses.
lecture14:00Guided tour of the Vasaborgen Museum at Uppsala Castle, exploring the building's historical heritage.
lecture15:00Guided tour in Swedish in Örebro on 27 June, 15:00-16:00.
lecture12:00A humorous science lecture that blends facts with laughter. Perfect for the curious who want to learn something new in an entertaining way.
other11:00Entry to Tjolöholms Slott, a beautiful castle with surrounding park and gardens.
other17:00Seven-week pottery course on Thursdays in Köping. The course is open to all interested participants.
other19:15Ceramics course on Thursday evenings in Köping. Master the basics of pottery in a guided group setting.
other10:00Admission tickets for an event at Eriksberg Pir on 27 June 2026, 10:00-16:00.
other18:00An evening walk from Härnösand departing from Ådalen III on Skeppsbrokajen. A great opportunity to discover the city on a summer evening.
other17:00Disclosure Day event at Kino 3 in Lund.
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
concert(2 days)
Jonathan Johansson performs with support from Vivii in Göteborg.
festival(5 days)
Winterviken Live - Sommarscenen is a new outdoor concert series in Vinterviken during August 2026 featuring country music, Familjen, Eric Gadd & Blacknuss, and Uno Svenningsson.
cinema19:00Film screening of The Odyssey at Grand - Vimmerby Bio.
cinema19:00Film screening of The Odyssey at Biograf Maxim in Laholm.
cinema19:15Spider-Man: Brand New Day screens at Saga Bio in Piteå.
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Five evenings of live jazz on the Solliden stage in summer 2026, led by trombonist Tilde Schweitzer.
concertin progress
Season pass for concerts at Inkonst in Malmö, autumn 2026.
cinema20:00Film screening of The Odyssey at Kino 2 in Lund.
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Season pass for Inkonst's autumn 2026 performing arts programme.
cinema(14 days)
Film screening of The Odyssey at Kino 1 in Lund.
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Puppet Theatre transforms the Gruffalo story into a playful tale with puppets and everyday objects. A magical story for children aged 4 and up.
cinemain 2 days (7 days)
A classic Swedish film from 1913 screens at Bio Skandia. A timeless story from cinema's golden age.
festivalin 2 days (10 days)
A biennial dance and theatre festival presenting dance, theatre, circus and performance from Sweden and around the world across multiple venues in Gothenburg.
concert(2 days)
Australian rock band Bullhorn takes the stage in Västerås.
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Hornstulls Marknad is a popular flea market and design market open every weekend from April to September at Hornstulls Strand.
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One of Western Sweden's largest flea markets with around 180 sellers on Slottsskogsgatan. Free entry, food trucks, and convenient public transport access.
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Flea market with around 180 sellers at Frihamnen. Free entry, foodtrucks and plenty of items to browse.
cinema18:00in 2 days
English-language film screening at Flora Biografteater in Sjöbo on Friday evening.
concertin 2 days (120 days)
Lunchkonserter 26/27 is a series of short classical music performances held on Friday lunchtimes at Spira concert hall in Jönköping.
cinema16:15The film Arco screens at Kino 3 in Lund.
festivalin 4 days (7 days)
Insparksveckan 2026 is a festival week in Norrköping with music and entertainment.
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Historiska museet opens its large courtyard for Viking-inspired games and activities throughout the summer. Children and young people up to 18 get free admission.
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Danish artist Tal R fills Millesgården with a monumental pink elephant and vivid works exploring the home and its relationships.
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The Italian Cultural Institute presents ceramics and illustrations by Elena Salmistraro for Bosa Ceramiche - where traditional craftsmanship meets modern design.
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Family-friendly summer programme at The Viking Museum featuring Viking Age activities, crafts, and stories from the 10th century.
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Kristianstad Theatre Association presents its autumn 2026 programme at Kristianstad Theatre.
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Parkteatern brings theatrical performances for all ages to Vitabergsparken in mid-August.
festivalin 2 days (296 days)
Studentfesterna is a major festival weekend for students in Örebro with music, dancing, and partying through the night.
exhibitionin progress
Contemporary art exhibition with sculpture, textiles, painting and installations by four Swedish artists that engage the body and senses.
cinema20:00in 2 days
Horror film Insidious: Out of the Further screens at Terassen - Vimmerby Bio.
cinemain 2 days (8 days)
Horror film Insidious: Out of the Further screens at a cinema in Piteå.
club(8 days)
Grill evenings with artisan sausages and garden drinks at Rosendals Trädgård every Thursday in August.
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A public photo installation at Slussen featuring four local photographers, presented as part of Stockholm's Culture Festival.
cinema20:30Digital screening of The Odyssey at Bio Skandia in Stockholm.
exhibitionin 6 days (4 days)
Visit the brigantine Tre Kronor docked at the Maritime Museum pier. Free guided tours available 25-28 August.
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Outdoor klezmer jam sessions in a Stockholm garden. Musicians, singers, and dancers are invited to play together.
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Amanda Apetrea and Lisen Rosell direct a fresh take on Jane Austen's classic at Turteatern, featuring Daniel Åkerström Steen and Chrisander Brun.
theater(22 days)
A theatre production inspired by Karl Gerhard and his classic revues and political satire from the early 1900s.
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Pippi Longstocking's World arrives at Livli Kungens Kurva this summer with activities and games for all children, plus the chance to meet the characters on two special dates.
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The Nobel Prize Museum, the Medieval Museum, and Storkyrkan present a shared cultural event in Gamla stan.
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Sängfabriken 2026 is a festival at Sängfabriken in Rävlanda on 7 July.
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Free outdoor cinema on the rooftop of Stockholm Under Stjärnorna in August. Classic musicals with views over Stockholm's rooftops.
festival(2 days)
Avstampet 2026 is a festival in Helsingborg running from evening into the night.
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A historical exhibition at the Royal Palace celebrating the royal couple's golden wedding anniversary through photographs, clothing, and personal objects spanning 50 years together.
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Eric Magassa's first solo exhibition in Stockholm combines photography, video, sculpture and textiles in a multisensory installation centred on a custom sound system.
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The Nordic Museum presents photographic collections in a changing exhibition. Metamorphoses displays negatives from the project 100 000 Bildminnen, where time and chemical processes have created new visual forms.
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Fredrik Wretman presents an exhibition at Artipelag featuring works that reflect his life between Stockholm and Thailand.
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Visit Carl Eldh's studio museum and discover the works of one of Sweden's greatest sculptors from the early 20th century. The museum offers exhibitions, guided tours, and cultural programmes.
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An internationally acclaimed exhibition of Black figurative painting from the past century, featuring over 155 works from institutions and private collections worldwide.
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Swedish-Iranian artist Samaneh Reyhani presents sculptures and spatial installations that weave together Persian cultural heritage with contemporary expression.
+ 125 more long-running events — see the calendar.