concert19:30Indie rock legends Weeping Willows take the stage at Stockholm's iconic Mosebacketerrassen.
classicalEsa-Pekka Salonen conducts the Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra with soprano Aphrodite Patoulidou, baritone Peter Mattei, and saxophonist Asya Fateyeva in a programme featuring Tüür's saxophone concerto and Sibelius's Kullervo.
concert19:00Isabella Lundgren performs at Kulturhuset Stadsteatern.
concertKungliga Hovkapellet marks its 500th anniversary with a Wagner concert featuring soprano Nina Stemme under conductor Alan Gilbert.
club17:00Daytime disco for over 30s at Debaser Strand. Dance to classic hits.
club(2 days)
Club night with pop divas at Debaser Nova in Stockholm. Dance music and a festive vibe all night.
club(2 days)
Afrobeat and electronic music at Debaser Strand. An energetic dance night in Stockholm.
concertTwo string quartets perform classical chamber music featuring works by Blomberg, Haydn, Byström and Mendelssohn at Drottning Silvias konsertsal.
festivalThe Baltic Sea Festival fills Stockholm with classical music from orchestra concerts to chamber works, featuring world-renowned soloists and conductors from 21-29 August.
festivalTry square dancing at Skansen - a fun and social dance style where a caller shouts out the moves. Short sessions every hour, no experience or partner required.
festivalKombo Kollektivhus marks its fifth anniversary with an open house featuring photography, children's activities, group singing and panel discussions.
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Opera Kids Saturdays offers concerts, dance and singing workshops, and guided tours of the Opera House for children.
festivalCrayfish lunch at Teatergrillen with jazz music from The Swensk Topzorgel on Saturday.
concert(2 days)
The Royal Opera presents free classical opera numbers in Vitabergsparken, inviting the audience to sing along.
concertYoung musicians from Voksenåsen's talent programme present new compositions under the guidance of international mentors at the Baltic Sea Festival.
concertLydmar Live is a music evening at Lydmar Hotel in Stockholm.
lectureBritish-Nigerian artist Ndidi Dike discusses her artistic process and the exhibition Rare Earth Rare Justice, which explores mineral extraction and its human dimensions.
club17:00Cuban night with La Liga Habanera at Lasse i Parken. Dance and music in Caribbean style.
club18:00Glorias 50+ STORA SOMMAR PARTY is a summer celebration for people over 50 at Café Opera. Dance and celebrate together from 18:00 to 22:30.
club18:00EF Reunion Party 2026 reunites former EF exchange programme participants for an evening of music and dancing.
ballet(2 days)
Contemporary dance duet exploring how body, voice and space interact and ultimately merge. Part of Stockholm Fringe Festival 2026.
festivalGuided food tour through Vasastan's restaurants, delis and bakeries, sampling fine dining, street food and local culinary creations.
festivalAnnual neighborhood day in Hammarby sjöstad featuring live music, children's activities, food, a flea market, and local businesses.
festivalTjamigo's traditional crayfish party with crayfish, songs, and festive atmosphere. Advance registration required.
festivalYoga and mindfulness festival in Vasaparken for all ages and experience levels, featuring sessions, lectures, children's and youth activities, silent walks and food.
festivalÅrstadagen is a one-day festival at Årsta square featuring a flea market, live music, cultural programming, and activities for the whole family - almost everything free.
festival11:00Fredrika & Friends hosts a day party at Stockholm Under Stjärnorna featuring music and community.
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Ndidi Dike explores colonial exploitation and contemporary power structures in this exhibition at Färgfabriken.
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.
clubClub Caribe closes out the summer with Tropic Vibes at Biblioteket Live - a night of reggaeton, salsa, bachata and Latin music.
club11:00The drag brunch extravaganza returns for its sixth edition at House of Q in Stockholm. Three hours of performances, food, and entertainment celebrating drag culture in style.
club(2 days)
Club night at Lilla Fållan with dance music from evening until early morning.
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A painting course for adults at Prins Eugens Waldemarsudde. Explore creative expression through painting in an autumn setting.
theater(2 days)
Theatre production at Playhouse Teater in Stockholm. A provocative and visual performance exploring the boundaries between reality and fantasy.
theaterQueer cabaret celebrating trans, non-binary, genderqueer and gender-diverse artists through drag, music, dance and spoken word.
theaterBerlin-based non-binary performer EXPERT BY IDENTITY explores queer families, sitcoms and war in this absurdist show at Stockholm Fringe Festival.
festivalNDS Sensommarfest is a family-friendly day at Storängstorget in Norra Djurgårdsstaden featuring artificial grass, seating and outdoor dining.
festivalBrazilian and Latin American street food, live music and culture in central Stockholm with free entry for the whole family.
festivalCrayfish party at Café Klotet with food, music and culture. Svenska Folkjazzkvartetten, artist Niklas Alriksson and poets present an evening of drinking songs and folk music.
festivalA food walk through Kungsholmen where you visit multiple restaurants and sample their signature dishes.
festivalA food walk through Hornstull where you visit multiple restaurants and sample their signature dishes. A culinary journey through the neighbourhood, one course at a time.
theaterA dark and witty lecture-performance exploring artists who disappear during their creative work. Part of Stockholm Fringe Festival.
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A seafood boil with family or friends at Skärholmens Gård, featuring live music from Spencer Strandh.
otherA Butoh-inspired movement workshop led by performance artist Katerina Drakopoulou, exploring the body through guided movement, stillness, and poetic imagery.
otherCrayfish party at Lilla Baren in Stockholm - shrimp toast, chanterelles, and Swedish signal crayfish with traditional sides.
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Yoga classes every Saturday morning at Vrak - Museum of Wrecks, led by Yogayama studio. Breakfast packages available afterwards.
lecture12:00Traditional Japanese tea ceremony at Etnografiska museet. An authentic introduction to Japanese culture and rituals.
lecture14:00Traditional Japanese tea ceremony at the Ethnographic Museum. An authentic introduction to Japanese culture and the ceremony's refined details.
lecture16:30Guided tour through the historic Dramaten theatre building in Stockholm, exploring its architecture, art, and theatrical heritage with an expert guide.
stand-up19:00English-language stand-up comedy with interactive audience participation. DrZero performs an entertaining evening of humor at Mariatorget.
theater13:00A 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.
musical19:30A festive evening of music and dancing celebrating ABBA's Mamma Mia! at Tyrol in Stockholm.
marketLarge flea market with over 200 local vendors and activities at Luma Torg in Hammarby Sjöstad.
FOUR6 closes the summer season with an electronic music evening in the Stockholm forests, where music and nature meet.
clubA drag brunch featuring food, live entertainment and queer art at Third Place in Stockholm.
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Autumn market featuring direct sales of locally produced food and flowers from nearby farms.
marketFlea market at Luma torg in Hammarby sjöstad where you can sell unused items or find bargains.
lectureIsrael Aloni and Victor Persson from ilDance lead a workshop exploring masculine gestures and gender markers for men aged 18 and above.
lectureGuided walking tour through Södermalm exploring the history of Swedish beer culture, led by local guide Peter Frisk.
otherA food walk through six Hornstull restaurants, sampling one dish at each venue over the course of an afternoon.
exhibition(5 days)
Britt Sabel Nordenfelt presents paintings, drawings, and wooden wall sculptures at Galleri Greger. Opening on Saturday, exhibition open Sunday through Tuesday.
otherVanadis Aikido opens its doors for an introductory evening with a demonstration and the chance to try aikido for both children and adults.
other18:00Interactive murder mystery dinner at Teaterbrasseriet. Solve puzzles, enjoy a meal, and have fun with friends.
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
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.
exhibitionin progress
Han Veltman's bold paintings and sculptures on display at Nalen. Vernissage Thursday 27 August, 5-7 pm.
festival(29 days)
Five evenings of live jazz on the Solliden stage in summer 2026, led by trombonist Tilde Schweitzer.
festival(2 days)
Stockholm's new dance band festival featuring two days of live music, social dancing and camping. Classic Swedish dance bands take the stage.
club(2 days)
Baile party at Debaser Strand club in Stockholm with dancing and music through the night.
festival(2 days)
FRIM FALL International Festival is an international festival in Stockholm at Källarbyn.
theater(23 days)
Puppet Theatre transforms the Gruffalo story into a playful tale with puppets and everyday objects. A magical story for children aged 4 and up.
cinema(14 days)
A classic Swedish film from 1913 screens at Bio Skandia. A timeless story from cinema's golden age.
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Hornstulls Marknad is a popular flea market and design market open every weekend from April to September at Hornstulls Strand.
festival(72 days)
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(83 days)
The Italian Cultural Institute presents ceramics and illustrations by Elena Salmistraro for Bosa Ceramiche - where traditional craftsmanship meets modern design.
festival(71 days)
Family-friendly summer programme at The Viking Museum featuring Viking Age activities, crafts, and stories from the 10th century.
festival(17 days)
Parkteatern brings theatrical performances for all ages to Vitabergsparken in mid-August.
festival(3 days)
Gondolen hosts crayfish parties across three August evenings with live jazz and views over Stockholm.
club(2 days)
Knep X is a club night at BAR15 in Stockholm. Dance from 22:00 to 03:00.
exhibitionin progress
Contemporary art exhibition with sculpture, textiles, painting and installations by four Swedish artists that engage the body and senses.
concertin progress
Patricia Live returns with live music every weekend. On Friday 28 August, Cave Art Critics and Julius Stone perform.
stand-up(2 days)
Liam Duffy hosts an absurd pickle-themed game show with audience participants, ridiculous challenges, and unfiltered comedy at Bacchi Syre.
stand-up(3 days)
Noah Alfred Pantano performs the award-winning comedy Pup Play, a queer pseudolecture that blends stand-up, puppets and multimedia with reflections on queer identity.
festival(71 days)
Outdoor klezmer jam sessions in a Stockholm garden. Musicians, singers, and dancers are invited to play together.
theater(15 days)
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.
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.
theater(2 days)
Four dancers manipulate an enormous sphere in this captivating performance and movement piece at Moderna Museet during the Stockholm Fringe festival.
theater(3 days)
GUMBO delivers a political satire on fast-food capitalism at the fictional chain WacDonalds, featuring surreal humour and an award-winning concept from six countries.
festival(29 days)
Free outdoor cinema on the rooftop of Stockholm Under Stjärnorna in August. Classic musicals with views over Stockholm's rooftops.
festival(8 days)
Luzette celebrates mussel season with a two-week Fête de la Moule featuring classic and contemporary mussel dishes.
festival(3 days)
A three-day Sicilian harvest festival at il Merlo with wine tastings, local cuisine and sales of authentic Sicilian products.
festival(2 days)
Jazz & Blues All Star Festival on Skeppsholmen. A festival day with top jazz musicians and blues artists.
exhibitionin progress
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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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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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(71 days)
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.
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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(85 days)
An exhibition exploring family relationships in art from the late 18th century to today, featuring 81 works by 49 artists.
exhibitionin progress
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(72 days)
An exhibition of royal hats spanning retro recreations to contemporary designer pieces from Princess Christina and Princess Sofia's collections.
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South African artist Lebohang Kganye presents a new exhibition at Fotografiska that combines photography, sculpture and scenography to explore home, identity and collective memory.
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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.
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Exhibition of photographer Brassaï and his iconic images from Paris nights in the 1930s - his first significant presentation in Sweden.
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This exhibition presents spectacular ship discoveries from Salme, demonstrating that Swedish Vikings were active far earlier than previously believed.
exhibition(71 days)
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(75 days)
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.
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Exhibition exploring how Sweden developed from an agricultural nation into a technology powerhouse through innovations in industry, welfare, and digital technology.
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The Stockholm Transport Museum's exhibition explores the subway's evolution from a major construction project into an urban space, cultural venue, and vision for the future.
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Interactive exhibition about the 1912 Olympic Games where you can try different sports and experience the festive atmosphere of that summer.
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Two ceramic masters from different parts of the world meet in an exhibition at Nationalmuseum. Wilhelm Kåge and Shōji Hamada shared a passion for form and function in ceramics.
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Postmuseum showcases how Swedish stamps reflect our country through motifs ranging from tractors to peace symbols. The exhibition explains how stamp designs are selected and created.
+ 75 more long-running events — see the calendar.
