concert20:00
Thu 27.8.
20:00
Mejeriet, Lund
Atomic Swing x Popsicle
Atomic Swing and Popsicle perform together at Mejeriet in Lund.
Thu, 27 Aug 2026
Starting today
concert20:00
concert18:30
Thu 27.8.
18:30
Filmstudion, Gothenburg
Stick To Your Guns
Stick To Your Guns perform at Filmstudion in Göteborg. The American hardcore band presents their latest album "Keep Planting Flowers" with focused and intense sound.
concert20:00
Thu 27.8.
20:00
Liseberg, Gothenburg
Night of Queen
Night of Queen performs Queen's classic hits with Johan Boding as frontman at Liseberg.
concert19:00
Thu 27.8.
19:00
Monument, Gothenburg
The Troops of Doom + The Generals
Brazilian death metal band The Troops of Doom, featuring Sepultura's original guitarist Jairo "Tormentor" Guedz, performs in Göteborg with The Generals as support.
concert17:00
Thu 27.8.
17:00
Trädgården, Stockholm
Live Sessions: Dina Ögon 27/8
Dina Ögon performs a live session at Trädgården in Stockholm.
concert20:00
Thu 27.8.
20:00
Mosebacketerrassen, Stockholm
Jill Johnson
Jill Johnson performs at Mosebacketerrassen in Stockholm.
concert18:00
Thu 27.8.
18:00
Nöjesfabriken, Karlstad
Ed Harcourt - Live på Innergården
British singer-songwriter Ed Harcourt performs an intimate live concert at Nöjesfabriken's Innergården stage in Karlstad.
concert
Thu 27.8.
Berwaldhallen, Stockholm
Beyond the Baroque
Countertenor 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.
festival
Thu 27.8. – Sun 30.8.
Gothenburg
gratis
(4 days)
Göteborgskalaset 2026
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.
concert18:00
Thu 27.8.
18:00
Nefertiti, Gothenburg
Ragnarök - Tribute to Jojje Wadenius
Tribute evening to guitarist Jojje Wadenius at Nefertiti in Göteborg, celebrating the music and legacy of one of Sweden's most influential rock musicians.
concert19:00
Thu 27.8.
19:00
Parksnäckan, Uppsala
Albin Lee Meldau & Arvid Nero
Albin Lee Meldau and Arvid Nero perform at Parksnäckan in Uppsala.
concert
Thu 27.8. – Fri 28.8.
Pustervik, Gothenburg
(2 days)
Toody Cole and her band + Jenny Don't & The Spurs
Toody Cole and her band and Jenny Don't & The Spurs take the stage at Pustervik in Göteborg.
festival09:00
Thu 27.8.
09:00
Bananpiren, Gothenburg
gratis
Frihamnsdagarna 2026
Frihamnsdagarna is an open festival in Göteborg featuring debates, culture and activities around social issues. Free entry for all.
lecture17:00
Thu 27.8.
17:00
Mejeriet, Lund
Bokcirkel Palme-mordet
A book circle exploring the Palme assassination, one of Sweden's most notorious unsolved cases.
concert20:00
Thu 27.8.
20:00
Twang, Stockholm
Jim Lauderdale
American country musician Jim Lauderdale performs at Twang in Stockholm.
concert17:00
Thu 27.8.
17:00
Bryggan på Ringön, Gothenburg
Cleo - Bryggan
Cleo, 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.
concert20:00
Thu 27.8.
20:00
medley – musik, mat & mer, Malmö
Mother Of Pearl (release) + Major Business
Mother Of Pearl presents their new album alongside Major Business at Medley in Malmö.
festival
Thu 27.8. – Sat 29.8.
Gondolen, Stockholm
(3 days)
A Three-Day Crayfish Party at Gondolen
Gondolen hosts crayfish parties across three August evenings with live jazz and views over Stockholm.
festival
Thu 27.8. – Sun 30.8.
Kronovall Slott, Skåne-Tranås
(4 days)
Top Heritage 2026
Heritage festival at Kronovall Castle featuring historical exhibitions, guided tours, and cultural activities for all ages.
theater18:30
Thu 27.8.
18:30
Folkteatern, Gothenburg
Still Looking for Rick
Blaue 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.
festival17:45
Thu 27.8.
17:45
PalmFestivalen på Stortorget, Trelleborg
PalmFestivalen 2026 Thursday Evening, Rydell & Quick
PalmFestivalen at Stortorget in Trelleborg presents Rydell & Quick on Thursday evening, 27 August.
concert18:00
Thu 27.8.
18:00
Ångfartyget S/S Blidösund, Blidösund
Live STHLM Solala
Music concert on the steamship S/S Blidösund on 27 August, featuring STHLM Solala from 18:00 to 21:30.
festival
Thu 27.8. – Sat 29.8.
Load Up North Boden, Boden
(3 days)
Load Up North 2026
Load Up North is a festival in Boden offering music, activities and community spirit for all ages.
festival15:00
Thu 27.8.
15:00
Gothenburg
gratis
Streetfoodfestivalen Göteborg
Streetfoodfestivalen fills Basargatan and Kungstorget with around 60 food trucks, local drinks and two days of food competitions. Free entry.
concert20:00
Thu 27.8.
20:00
Blackbird, Uppsala
Rattlesnake Milk
Rattlesnake Milk performs at Blackbird in Uppsala.
concert20:00
Thu 27.8.
20:00
Musikens Hus / Hängmattan Scen, Gothenburg
Rebecca Tilles
Rebecca Tilles performs at Musikens Hus in Göteborg on 27 August.
concert18:30
Thu 27.8.
18:30
Golden Hits, Stockholm
Dinnershow Golden Hits
An entertainment show with dinner at Golden Hits in Stockholm featuring classic hits.
lecture18:00
Thu 27.8.
18:00
ABF-huset, Sveavägen 41, Stockholm
Without Immigrants Sweden Stops!
Political debate and discussion in Stockholm.
stand-up19:30
Thu 27.8.
19:30
Carlsson På Kajen, Västerås
Stand-up with Comedy Carnival - Västerås
Stand-up comedy evening with Comedy Carnival in Västerås. A fun night with several comedians.
theater18:00
Thu 27.8.
18:00
Vittangi Folkets Hus, Vittangi
The Awakening Performance About Growth
A theatrical awakening sermon performed at Vittangi Folkets Hus.
theater19:00
Thu 27.8.
19:00
Parkhallen, Folkets Park, Trollhättan
Cecilia Vasa - The Princess Who Never Gave Up
A theatre play about Princess Cecilia Vasa, who refused to give up despite adversity and limitations.
theater20:00
Thu 27.8.
20:00
Bräcke Folkets hus, Bräcke
Fredrik Andersson - TOO SOON (Preview Show)
Fredrik Andersson presents the preview show "TOO SOON". An early version of an upcoming performance.
other13:00
Thu 27.8.
13:00
Turning Torso, Malmö
Visit Turning Torso - 27 August
Guided tour of Malmö's iconic spiral-shaped skyscraper Turning Torso.
festival10:00
Thu 27.8.
10:00
Ystad, Ystad
Explore Ystad 2026
Spend a day exploring Ystad's historic attractions and local culture in this guided discovery event.
exhibition11:00
Thu 27.8.
11:00
Armémuseum, Stockholm
Entrance Tickets
Entrance tickets to Armémuseum in Stockholm on 27 June 2026.
other17:30
Thu 27.8.
17:30
Prins Eugens Waldemarsudde, Stockholm
Create & Toast: Paper Flowers
A creative paper flower workshop with a shared toast at Waldemarsudde.
other13:00
Thu 27.8.
13:00
Etnografiska museet, Stockholm
Story Time with Baby Carrier Demonstration for Parents on Leave
Story time for parents on leave with baby carrier demonstration at the Ethnographic Museum.
musical18:30
Thu 27.8.
18:30
Tyrol, Stockholm
MAMMA MIA! THE PARTY
A festive evening of music and dancing celebrating ABBA's Mamma Mia! at Tyrol in Stockholm.
other
Thu 27.8.
Postmuseum, Stockholm
Letter-Writing Evening at Postmuseum
An 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.
lecture11:15
Thu 27.8.
11:15
Tjolöholms Slott, Fjärås
Guided Castle Tour
Guided tour of Tjolöholm Castle, a historic manor house with beautiful grounds and period interiors.
other
Thu 27.8.
Raoul Wallenberg Academy, Stockholm
Raoul Wallenberg Day
A 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.
other20:00
Thu 27.8.
20:00
BABEL, MALMÖ, Malmö
Specialisterna Podcast - 10th Anniversary
Specialisterna Podcast celebrates its 10th anniversary at BABEL in Malmö. An evening with the podcast creators and guests.
lecture12:00
Thu 27.8.
12:00
Atriet på Kino, Lund
Humorkunskap: Science with a Humorous Twist
A humorous science lecture that blends facts with laughter. Perfect for the curious who want to learn something new in an entertaining way.
other11:00
Thu 27.8.
11:00
Tjolöholms Slott, Fjärås
Castle Entrance
Entry to Tjolöholms Slott, a beautiful castle with surrounding park and gardens.
other09:00
Thu 27.8.
09:00
Örebro, Örebro
Viewing and Creating with Street Chalk
A creative workshop where children draw with street chalk and create together in Örebro.
lecture15:00
Thu 27.8.
15:00
Örebro, Örebro
Guided tour in Swedish
Guided tour in Swedish in Örebro on 27 June, 15:00-16:00.
other10:00
Thu 27.8.
10:00
Eriksberg Pir Fyra 2, Gothenburg
Admission Tickets
Admission tickets for an event at Eriksberg Pir on 27 June 2026, 10:00-16:00.
other18:00
Thu 27.8.
18:00
Ådalen III Skeppsbrokajen, Härnösand
Evening Walk from Härnösand
An evening walk from Härnösand departing from Ådalen III on Skeppsbrokajen. A great opportunity to discover the city on a summer evening.
Also running
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
festival
Wed 12.8. – Wed 9.9.
Skansen, Stockholm
(29 days)
Jazz på Skansen 2026
Five evenings of live jazz on the Solliden stage in summer 2026, led by trombonist Tilde Schweitzer.
festival
Fri 14.8. – Sun 30.8.
Vitabergsparken, Södermalm, Stockholm
(17 days)
Parkteatern at Vitabergsparken
Parkteatern brings theatrical performances for all ages to Vitabergsparken in mid-August.
festival
Fri 21.8. – Sun 30.8.
Stora Teatern, Gothenburg
(10 days)
Gothenburg Dance and Theatre Festival
A biennial dance and theatre festival presenting dance, theatre, circus and performance from Sweden and around the world across multiple venues in Gothenburg.
concert
Sat 1.8. – Thu 31.12.
Inkonst, Malmö
(153 days)
Season Pass Concerts AW26
Season pass for concerts at Inkonst in Malmö, autumn 2026.
concert
Fri 21.8. – Fri 18.12.
Konsertsalen i Spira, Jönköping
(120 days)
LUNCHKONSERTER 26/27
Lunchkonserter 26/27 is a series of short classical music performances held on Friday lunchtimes at Spira concert hall in Jönköping.
theater
Sat 8.8. – Sun 30.8.
Kulturhuset Stadsteatern, Stockholm
(23 days)
Puppet Theatre: The Gruffalo
Puppet Theatre transforms the Gruffalo story into a playful tale with puppets and everyday objects. A magical story for children aged 4 and up.
festival
Sun 21.6. – Mon 31.8.
Historiska museet, Stockholm
Fri entré för barn ti…
in progress
Vikingagården
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.
exhibition
Sun 21.6. – Sun 30.8.
Millesgården, Lidingö
in progress
TAL R - The Elephant in the Room
Danish artist Tal R fills Millesgården with a monumental pink elephant and vivid works exploring the home and its relationships.
exhibition
Sun 21.6. – Fri 11.9.
Italienska Kulturinstitutet, Stockholm
in progress
Superfici Sensibili - Ceramics Renewed
The Italian Cultural Institute presents ceramics and illustrations by Elena Salmistraro for Bosa Ceramiche - where traditional craftsmanship meets modern design.
festival
Sun 21.6. – Sun 30.8.
The Viking Museum, Stockholm
in progress
Historic Summer at The Viking Museum
Family-friendly summer programme at The Viking Museum featuring Viking Age activities, crafts, and stories from the 10th century.
festival
Fri 26.6. – Fri 28.8.
Gamla stan, Stockholm
in progress
Toner i Gamla stan
The Nobel Prize Museum, the Medieval Museum, and Storkyrkan present a shared cultural event in Gamla stan.
festival
Fri 10.7. – Wed 20.1.
Kristianstads teater, Kristianstad
in 6 days (195 days)
Kristianstad Theatre Association Autumn 2026
Kristianstad Theatre Association presents its autumn 2026 programme at Kristianstad Theatre.
theater
Sat 1.8. – Thu 31.12.
Inkonst, Malmö
(153 days)
Season Pass Performing Arts AW2026
Season pass for Inkonst's autumn 2026 performing arts programme.
festival
Wed 26.8. – Sun 30.8.
Winterviken, Stockholm
(5 days)
Winterviken Live - Sommarscenen
Winterviken Live - Sommarscenen is a new outdoor concert series in Vinterviken during August 2026 featuring country music, Familjen, Eric Gadd & Blacknuss, and Uno Svenningsson.
exhibition
Wed 1.7. – Sun 13.9.
Prins Eugens Waldemarsudde, Stockholm
in progress
The Blooming - Art & Botany
An exhibition at Waldemarsudde exploring the role of flowers in art, design, and cultural history from the 1500s to today, combined with floral arrangements in and around the park.
theater
Sat 15.8. – Sat 29.8.
Turteatern, Stockholm
(15 days)
Pride and Prejudice at Turteatern
Amanda Apetrea and Lisen Rosell direct a fresh take on Jane Austen's classic at Turteatern, featuring Daniel Åkerström Steen and Chrisander Brun.
theater
Thu 20.8. – Thu 10.9.
Aliasteatern, Stockholm
(22 days)
VALRÖRELSEN à la KARL GERHARD
A theatre production inspired by Karl Gerhard and his classic revues and political satire from the early 1900s.
concert
Wed 26.8. – Thu 27.8.
Bryggan Ringön, Gothenburg
(2 days)
Jonathan Johansson & Support: Vivii
Jonathan Johansson performs with support from Vivii in Göteborg.
concert
Wed 26.8. – Thu 27.8.
Carlsson På Kajen - Folkparken vid Mälaren, Västerås
(2 days)
Bullhorn (AUS)
Australian rock band Bullhorn takes the stage in Västerås.
festival
Mon 15.6. – Tue 22.9.
Livli Kungens Kurva, Kungens Kurva
in progress
Pippi Longstocking's World at Livli Kungens Kurva
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.
festival
Fri 26.6. – Fri 28.8.
Stortorget, Stockholm
in progress
Toner i Gamla Stan - Fridays in Summer
Combined ticket featuring guided tours at two museums, a walk through Gamla Stan, and an organ concert at Storkyrkan. Fridays throughout the summer.
festival
Tue 7.7. – Sun 30.8.
Sängfabriken, Rävlanda
in 3 days (55 days)
Sängfabriken 2026
Sängfabriken 2026 is a festival at Sängfabriken in Rävlanda on 7 July.
festival
Sun 2.8. – Sun 30.8.
Stockholm Under Stjärnorna, Stockholm
Fri entré
(29 days)
Outdoor Cinema at SUS
Free outdoor cinema on the rooftop of Stockholm Under Stjärnorna in August. Classic musicals with views over Stockholm's rooftops.
festival
Wed 26.8. – Thu 27.8.
Vagnhall 16, Helsingborg
(2 days)
Avstampet 2026
Avstampet 2026 is a festival in Helsingborg running from evening into the night.
exhibition
Thu 21.5. – Sun 11.10.
Kungliga slottet, Stockholm
in progress
Gold! Together for Sweden for 50 Years
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.
exhibition
Sun 21.6. – Sat 3.10.
Botkyrka Konsthall, Norsborg
in progress
Eric Magassa - Rumble in the Jungle
Eric Magassa's first solo exhibition in Stockholm combines photography, video, sculpture and textiles in a multisensory installation centred on a custom sound system.
exhibition
Sun 21.6. – Sat 12.12.
Nordic Museum, Stockholm
in progress
Nordic Moments
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.
exhibition
Sun 21.6. – Sun 30.8.
Artipelag, Gustavsberg
in progress
Fredrik Wretman - I C 3 D 2 (it´s all in your head)
Fredrik Wretman presents an exhibition at Artipelag featuring works that reflect his life between Stockholm and Thailand.
exhibition
Sun 21.6. – Sun 1.11.
Carl Eldhs Ateljémuseum, Stockholm
in progress
Carl Eldh's Studio and Collected Works
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.
exhibition
Sun 21.6. – Sun 30.8.
Liljevalch's, Stockholm
in progress
When We See Us
An internationally acclaimed exhibition of Black figurative painting from the past century, featuring over 155 works from institutions and private collections worldwide.
exhibition
Sun 21.6. – Sun 27.9.
Carl Eldhs Ateljémuseum, Stockholm
in progress
Exhibition: Samaneh Reyhani
Swedish-Iranian artist Samaneh Reyhani presents sculptures and spatial installations that weave together Persian cultural heritage with contemporary expression.
exhibition
Sun 21.6. – Sun 27.9.
Fotografiska, Stockholm
in progress
Martin Parr - Short & Sweet
Martin Parr exhibition at Fotografiska with nearly 400 works from his 50-year career. Humorous everyday photographs and social satire from one of the world's most influential photographers.
exhibition
Sun 21.6. – Sun 13.9.
Sven-Harrys Konstmuseum, Stockholm
in progress
Family - for Better and Worse
An exhibition exploring family relationships in art from the late 18th century to today, featuring 81 works by 49 artists.
exhibition
Sun 21.6. – Sun 29.11.
Fotografiska, Stockholm
in progress
The Machine's Eye in Human Hands
Eight artists explore the role of artificial intelligence in contemporary image-making at Fotografiska Stockholm - from fabricated photographs to interactive AI agents and mutating ecosystems.
exhibition
Sun 21.6. – Mon 31.8.
Livrustkammaren, Stockholm
in progress
Hatt Couture - Royal Hat Fashion at Livrustkammaren
An exhibition of royal hats spanning retro recreations to contemporary designer pieces from Princess Christina and Princess Sofia's collections.
exhibition
Sun 21.6. – Sun 18.10.
Fotografiska, Stockholm
in progress
Lebohang Kganye - Le Sale ka Kgotso
South African artist Lebohang Kganye presents a new exhibition at Fotografiska that combines photography, sculpture and scenography to explore home, identity and collective memory.
exhibition
Sun 21.6. – Sun 29.11.
Fotografiska, Stockholm
in progress
Lotta Antonsson - I Am Everything
Swedish photographer Lotta Antonsson presents I Am Everything at Fotografiska, exploring gender, identity, and objectification through photography, collage, and installations in a provocative and aesthetic vision.
exhibition
Sun 21.6. – Sun 27.9.
Vår Gård, Saltsjöbaden
in progress
Time and Space for New Encounters: Hertha Hillfon X Vår Gård
Hertha Hillfon, one of the 20th century's most radical sculptors, is presented at Vår Gård alongside Villa Skärtofta in a space where art and architecture converge.
exhibition
Sun 21.6. – Sun 4.10.
Moderna Museet, Stockholm
in progress
Brassaï - Paris's Secret Signs
Exhibition of photographer Brassaï and his iconic images from Paris nights in the 1930s - his first significant presentation in Sweden.
exhibition
Sun 21.6. – Sun 30.8.
Artipelag, Gustavsberg
in progress
Apichaya Wanthiang - January 2567
Apichaya Wanthiang presents her first solo exhibition in Sweden at Artipelag. The artist is known for immersive installations where painting and architecture converge.
exhibition
Sun 21.6. – Sun 1.11.
Vrak, Stockholm
in progress
Vikings Before Vikings
This exhibition presents spectacular ship discoveries from Salme, demonstrating that Swedish Vikings were active far earlier than previously believed.
exhibition
Sun 21.6. – Sun 30.8.
Stadsmuseet, Stockholm
in progress
New Stockholm - The Turn of the Century 1900
Exhibition exploring Stockholm's transformation from a rural archipelago town to a modern capital at the turn of the 20th century, featuring hundreds of objects, drawings and photographs from the museum's collections.
exhibition
Sun 21.6. – Sun 30.8.
Judiska museet, Stockholm
in progress
"The Jews of Värmland": summer viewings
The exhibition "The Jews of Värmland" at Judiska museet chronicles Jewish life in the Värmland region from the 1800s to today through photographs, archival materials, and personal stories. Summer viewings on Wednesdays at 12.00.
exhibition
Sat 4.7. – Sun 4.10.
Marabouparken, Sundbyberg
(93 days)
Torsten Andersson - The Weight of Language
Exhibition of artist Torsten Andersson, known for his large-scale paintings with distinct forms and distinctive artistic vision.
exhibition
Sat 4.7. – Sun 4.10.
Marabouparken, Sundbyberg
(93 days)
Chiara Bugatti - Horror Vacui
Chiara Bugatti explores the fear of emptiness through art that reflects on ecological and political questions of belonging and foundation.
theater
Wed 19.8. – Sun 13.9.
Caféscenen, Örebro Teater, Örebro
(26 days)
Exit Poll - Vi har ett resultat
Theatre performance at Örebro Teater.
musical
Fri 21.8. – Sat 29.8.
✨ New
Teaterverket, Stockholm
(9 days)
KAROLINER - World Premiere of an Original Musical
A new musical about the Great Northern War premiering at Teaterverket. Follows both historical figures and fictional characters in an age when war was romanticized.
festival
Thu 19.2. – Wed 14.10.
in progress
NordicBaltic Festival Platform
Annual conference for a festival network spanning the Nordic countries and the Baltics, where members from different nations meet to share experiences and discuss the development of the festival world.
festival
Fri 12.6. – Thu 24.9.
in progress
New Swedish Music at the Festivals
A collaborative initiative by the Swedish Composers' Association and Sweden Festivals to promote contemporary Swedish classical music at festivals across the country.
festival
Tue 30.6. – Sun 30.8.
Saxå kammarmusikfestivals och vänförenin
in progress
Saxå Kammarmusikfestival
The 39th edition of Saxå Kammarmusikfestival runs 23-26 August 2026 in Bergslagen and Karlstad. Classical chamber music over four days.
+ 57 more long-running events — see the calendar.