festival10:00Star Wars collector fair featuring actors from the original and newer films, cosplay, exhibitors, and collectibles from across Europe.
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Samlarkortfestivalen is a two-day festival for collectors of trading cards and other collectible items.
festival12:00Reggae festival at Unda Camping in Uddevalla featuring Daniel Lemma, General Knas and Syster Sol.
festival11:00Outdoor festival in Slottsskogen featuring climbing, cycling, slackline, equipment displays, a flea market and outdoor cinema on an inflatable screen.
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.
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Opera Kids Saturdays offers concerts, dance and singing workshops, and guided tours of the Opera House for children.
festival09:00Aviation festival at Karlstad Airport featuring flight experiences and aviation attractions for the whole family.
festival10:00Free admission to Sjöfartsmuseet Akvariet during Göteborgskalaset, featuring decorative painting workshops for children and adults, plus a lecture on emigrants' folk art traditions.
festivalCrayfish lunch at Teatergrillen with jazz music from The Swensk Topzorgel on Saturday.
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Grill buffet evening with live music from Trenders at Ahlafors fabriker. Food, drinks and entertainment.
festival18:00Deville takes the stage at Finspång rockfest 2026, a rock festival in Linköping in August.
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.
festival10:00Family festival with maritime theme at Klippans Ångbåtsbrygga in Göteborg. Guided tours, open ships, live music, point walks and traditional rope-making.
festival11:00Fredrika & Friends hosts a day party at Stockholm Under Stjärnorna featuring music and community.
festival14:30Nordic Borta is a music festival in Norrköping featuring a diverse lineup of Nordic artists and bands.
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.
festival10:00A traditional rowing tour on Gothenburg's waters with participants dressed in early 1900s clothing. Meet rowers from different coasts and follow the crews from Vasabron and other vantage points.
festival12:00Uddeholmsfestivalen is a cultural festival in Uddeholm with entertainment and activities for everyone.
festival12:00SIR REG performs at Eksjö Stadsfest 2026.
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Scensommarrock is a summer festival featuring live music at Rännet in Torsby. The event starts at 14:00 and runs well into the night.
festival(2 days)
Uddeholmsfestivalen brings music and entertainment to Uddeholmsladan from afternoon through the early morning hours.
festival15:00PalmFestivalen presents music on Stortorget in Trelleborg on Saturday 29 August.
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Backyard Country Fest is a country music festival in Jönköping. The festival starts at 16:00 on Saturday, 29 August.
festival17:00Traditional Swedish crayfish party in Billdal. A classic August evening featuring crayfish, singing, and convivial gatherings.
festival17:00Metal festival at Tobackabron in Vännäs, starting at 17:00.
festival18:00Summer festival at Ångfärjeparken in Helsingborg featuring music and entertainment in the evening.
festival(2 days)
Sensommarfesten is a late-summer celebration at Teatertorget in Sunne featuring music and entertainment.
festival19:00Girl Scout performs at Eksjö Stadsfest 2026, a town festival featuring live music and entertainment on August 29.
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PalmFestivalen's Saturday evening rock programme features live music at Stortorget in Trelleborg.
festival(2 days)
A festive evening at Vingåkers Folketspark with music and entertainment from evening into the night.
festival21:00Ayyuka performs at Electric Moon Fest 2026 on 29 August at Camping Tiveden in Linköping.
festivalNDS Sensommarfest is a family-friendly day at Storängstorget in Norra Djurgårdsstaden featuring artificial grass, seating and outdoor dining.
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.
festival08:00Skintebo marks 50 years with a day-long celebration featuring activities and entertainment.
festival10:00Retroplay opens its doors for a retro gaming day with classic games, nostalgia, and community for all ages.
festival10:00Spend a day exploring Ystad's historic attractions and local culture in this guided discovery event.
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
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Winterviken Live - Sommarscenen is a new outdoor concert series in Vinterviken during August 2026 featuring country music, Familjen, Eric Gadd & Blacknuss, and Uno Svenningsson.
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.
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Five evenings of live jazz on the Solliden stage in summer 2026, led by trombonist Tilde Schweitzer.
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Stockholm's new dance band festival featuring two days of live music, social dancing and camping. Classic Swedish dance bands take the stage.
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FRIM FALL International Festival is an international festival in Stockholm at Källarbyn.
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A biennial dance and theatre festival presenting dance, theatre, circus and performance from Sweden and around the world across multiple venues in Gothenburg.
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Lund Comedy Festival gathers comedians and humor enthusiasts for a day of laughs and entertainment.
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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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.
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Studentfesterna is a major festival weekend for students in Örebro with music, dancing, and partying through the night.
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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.
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A gothic music festival in Göteborg running from evening through to early morning.
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Perikles performs at PalmFestivalen on Friday evening at Stortorget in Trelleborg.
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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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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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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.
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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.
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Rock festival in Finspång featuring two days of live music.
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Summer festival at Fisketorget in Vänersborg with entertainment throughout the afternoon and evening.
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Jazz & Blues All Star Festival on Skeppsholmen. A festival day with top jazz musicians and blues artists.
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Oktoberfest party at Tyrolen in Alvesta featuring beer, food, and festive cheer from evening into the night.
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The 39th edition of Saxå Kammarmusikfestival runs 23-26 August 2026 in Bergslagen and Karlstad. Classical chamber music over four days.
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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.
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A collaborative initiative by the Swedish Composers' Association and Sweden Festivals to promote contemporary Swedish classical music at festivals across the country.
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Hallonpunken 2026 is an event at Hallunda Folkets Hus - Idun in Norsborg.
festivalin 6 days (6 days)
Stockholm Fringe Festival brings hundreds of artists to twelve venues across Stockholm in late August.
