concert19:30British new-wave legends Dexys Midnight Runners perform in Malmö.
concert12:00American lo-fi rock duo Bass Drum Of Death performs at Debaser Nova.
concertAmerican indie rock band The Mountain Goats perform at Nalen in Stockholm with their new album "Through This Fire Across from Peter Balkan".
concert18:00Web Web is a German experimental jazz group built on freedom and improvisation without hierarchies. The music is raw and immediate, with members listening to each other and daring to release their grip on control.
concert20:00American rock band GA-20 takes the stage in Malmö.
concert(2 days)
American rock band Ward Hayden & The Outliers takes the stage in Göteborg.
ballet09:30Award-winning dance performance for families about fitting in, with humor and physical presence. TUBO & Co. presents a 40-minute show recommended from age 6.
concert18:00Wise Guys perform at Radisson Blu Scandinavia in Göteborg.
concert19:00The musical show "Från Broadway till Duvemåla" celebrates its 10th anniversary with selections from the world stage and Swedish classics, performed by five accomplished musical theatre singers.
concert19:30Vallarnagänget presents a comic theatrical farce about chaos at a rundown beach hotel during Prohibition, featuring smuggled spirits, a wake, and a cast of unexpected guests.
stand-upMagnus Betnér presents his new solo show "Mellan oss", continuing his long-standing dialogue with his audience.
theater13:00A musical cabaret about Stig Dagerman's life, where his sharp editorials and letters are performed through new musical arrangements and the voice of actress Inga Landgré.
club19:00Krismöte! is a club night at Babel in Malmö featuring dance music and a festive atmosphere.
theater19:00Moa Martinson's classic 1933 novel becomes a stage drama at Lunds stadsteater. A story of two women, survival, and women's lives in 19th-century Norrköping.
theater19:00Lotta Paavilainen and Stina Kopra, the world's only female rola-bola acrobats, present their autobiographical show about 20 years in showbiz - a blend of spectacular acrobatics, physical theatre, and storytelling.
festival18:15Wednesday evening entertainment at Solvalla with competitions and activities for the whole family.
theater19:00Johan Rabaeus plays Gertrude Stein in a monologue about the writer and art collector's life in Paris at the turn of the twentieth century, her friendship with Alice B Toklas, and her role in the art world's revolution.
concert19:00HAAKS performs at Dals-Eds Church.
opera19:00Two rarely performed operas exploring marriage's secrets and hidden truths. A tragicomic double bill from Gothenburg Opera featuring Carolina Sandgren and Mattias Ermedahl.
lecture18:00Archaeologist Emma Maltin lectures on food culture in New Lödöse during the 16th century - a time of inequality, resistance and religious upheaval.
lecture18:00Marine biologist David C. Bernvi lectures on the great white shark and other shark species on Sweden's west coast. A fascinating talk about the future of sharks in warming seas.
concert19:00Nattorienterarna performs at Teater Brunnsgatan Fyra in Stockholm.
theater19:00Ann Petrén and Anna Wallander meet in an eerie interrogation drama by John Ajvide Lindqvist. A woman is accused of a crime and tells her version - but what really happened?
theater19:00A musical circus show celebrating football culture through acrobatics, technology and magic. Erik Rosales, Aaron Hakala, Siri Hamari and Ana Stanišić deliver a spectacular stage performance.
lectureAuthor Jonas Gardell discusses his acclaimed novel about love, friendship, and Sweden's AIDS crisis, now published in a new unified edition.
lecture14:00A lecture exploring climate change and its implications for Umeå's future.
theater19:00Theatre group 123 Schtunk presents their interpretation of Bergman's classic play about the complexities of marriage.
festival18:00Alcohol-free beer tasting emphasizing flavor and quality in Jönköping.
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.
theater19:00Hjalmar Söderberg's classic Swedish drama Doktor Glas is performed at Norrbottensteatern.
lecture18:00Sweden's Radio foreign correspondents present news, analysis and reporting from their assignments around the world. A one-hour-15-minute performance followed by discussion.
concert19:00Ale Möller Trio brings jazz and world music to Dynamo in Norrköping.
theater14:00Görel Crona performs seven roles in this intense play about Susanna Shakespeare, accused of witchcraft for attempting to practice her medical knowledge.
concert11:30Log Lady celebrates Carole King's greatest hits, from "It's Too Late" to "You've Got a Friend", with stories from her life and career.
concert18:00Uppsala International Guitar Festival brings classical guitar performances to Tierp for an evening of refined musicianship.
concert19:30Northern Resonance and Tall Poppy String Band perform together at Gävle Konserthus.
musical(40 days)
A musical about Alfred Nobel and the struggle to realize his legacy - the Nobel Prize. Premiering at Ö2 Scenkonst Södermalm.
musical19:00A musical theatre performance about artist Lotte Laserstein, who fled Berlin to Sweden in 1937, fought to save her family, and sought a new life as an artist.
cinema14:00Italian film with Swedish subtitles at Sagabiografen cinema in Boden.
theater19:00123 Schtunk reimagines Ingmar Bergman's classic "Scenes from a Marriage" with their own absurdist twist - a provocative deconstruction of love, marriage, and human relationships.
lecture17:00Guided tour through the historic Dramaten theatre building in Stockholm, exploring its architecture, art, and theatrical heritage with an expert guide.
lecture18:00A lecture on the Gothenburg Colourists and the role of colour in their artistic expression.
lecture18:00Queer Wednesday explores RFSL's history through 20th-century member magazines - an evening of lecture, workshop, and discussion about freedom of expression and norm-breaking voices.
lecture18:00An English-language lecture on friendship relations at Historiska museet in Stockholm.
concert19:30Thuva Härdelin and Lelo Nika Trio perform at Birka Folkhögskola. A musical evening featuring two accomplished artists.
stand-up20:00Stand-up comedy with Niklas Andersson and guests at Alingsås Palladium.
theater12:00Passione! is a theatre performance at Teaterbistron in Västerås.
theater19:00A psychological comedy about a man in crisis when his psychologist unexpectedly appears in his living room. A provocative and funny exploration of reality, control, and power dynamics.
theater19:00A warm portrait of Lena Nyman's life and career, drawn from her own words in diaries and letters. Anna Bromee performs a tribute to the beloved actress.
theater19:00Theatre performance in Stockholm.
other17:30Learn Japanese bookbinding and create your own orihon book at the Ethnographic Museum.
other19:00A wizard performs at Scenkonst Sörmland concert hall.
lecture15:30A guided tour of the exhibition featuring underwater filmmaker Christina Karliczek Skoglund's encounters with sharks from the Bohuslän coast to Greenland.
lecture18:00Guided walk through Lindholmen's history - from workers' community to shipyard and modern times. Starts at Slottsberget and ends at Sannegårdshamnen.
lecture12:15Lunch Choir with no experience or music-reading requirements - just sing along whenever you can. Each 30-minute session is led by conductor Katarina Nilsson Bremer.
stand-up19:00Stand-up evening with comedians from Norra Brunn Comedy at Makeriet in Örebro.
festival10:00Spend a day exploring Ystad's historic attractions and local culture in this guided discovery event.
theater19:00Sanna Sundqvist and David Book star in a theatre adaptation of Lars von Trier's provocative film.
theater18:00A dramatization of Galileo Galilei's life and scientific discoveries at Stora Scen in Västerås.
theater11:30A monologue about the invisible games of working life that evolves from satire into darker questions about power and people. Physically and linguistically rich scenic expression.
exhibition11:00Entrance tickets to Armémuseum in Stockholm on 27 June 2026.
concert19:00A concert in Borlänge where music intertwines with other dimensions of life.
concert19:00Ethno On The Road brings world music and cultural encounters to Tranås.
concert19:00The band Crescenterna takes the stage at Flamman Pub & Disco in Linköping on October 7.
club(141 days)
Music cafe at Holavedsgymnasiets aula in Tranås featuring entertaining music and a relaxed atmosphere.
theater11:30Soppteater presents a humorous tribute to Swedish revue theatre with classic revue numbers.
lecture19:00Lecture by Adde Malmberg at Falkenberg's municipal theatre.
other17:30An evening of movement and reflection at Kapellet in Stockholm.
other19:00An evening of tantric touch and sensuality that awakens awareness and intimacy. For couples and singles interested in exploring desire respectfully and consciously.
other17:30Soppkök gathering at Bistron CIK in Knivsta, a cosy occasion to enjoy soup together.
other18:30Paint with acrylics and enjoy a drink at Babettes Kulturpalats. A relaxed evening for anyone who wants to try their hand at painting.
lecture18:30Meet Kristina Ohlsson, Sweden's best-selling author, at an author event in Nyköping.
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
concert(365 days)
Jazz pianist Monica Dominique and vocalist Tina Ahlin perform together in quartet format at Blackbird in Uppsala.
opera(46 days)
Folkoperan's jubilee production about the woman who inspired Bellman's songs. An aging Bellman seeks out Ulla and awakens memories of 18th-century Stockholm in this grand opera with music by Andrea Tarrodi.
concertin progress
Season pass for concerts at Inkonst in Malmö, autumn 2026.
concert(225 days)
Division 7 performs at Katalin and all that Jazz in Uppsala.
festival(256 days)
Season 26/27 opens at Vida Arena in Växjö. A new season of events and activities awaits.
theaterin progress
Season pass for Inkonst's autumn 2026 performing arts programme.
exhibition(45 days)
Han Veltman's bold paintings and sculptures on display at Nalen. Vernissage Thursday 27 August, 5-7 pm.
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.
concert(267 days)
Classical music concerts at Spira's concert hall in Jönköping.
theater(36 days)
Jonas Karlsson presents a theatrical account of Nietzsche's dramatic break with Wagner, where music, philosophy, and text form a powerful portrait of liberation and artistic struggle.
festivalin progress
Kristianstad Theatre Association presents its autumn 2026 programme at Kristianstad Theatre.
festivalin 2 days (296 days)
Studentfesterna is a major festival weekend for students in Örebro with music, dancing, and partying through the night.
theater(98 days)
Riksteatern presents its autumn programme 2026 at Lunds stadsteater with theatre performances from August through December.
festival(57 days)
Opera Kids Saturdays offers concerts, dance and singing workshops, and guided tours of the Opera House for children.
festival(106 days)
Nationalmuseum open Thursday evenings with free admission, featuring music, workshops and pop-up exhibitions from September through December.
exhibitionin progress
Contemporary art exhibition with sculpture, textiles, painting and installations by four Swedish artists that engage the body and senses.
exhibition(64 days)
Meet the artists behind the Omfamnad exhibition on three Thursday evenings with conversations and hands-on workshops at Kulturhuset Stadsteatern.
concert(106 days)
Young jazz musicians perform live while guests enjoy a generous brunch served in four courses at Nalen.
club(100 days)
After work social in Jönköping. Casual evening with colleagues and friends at Caféscenen i Spira.
opera(66 days)
Puccini's classic opera Tosca at the Royal Opera House - a dramatic tale of love, power and survival with world-renowned melodies.
club(218 days)
Klubb Bubbla is a youth night at Örebro Teater with music, dancing, and entertainment for young people.
opera(17 days)
Lars von Trier's film transforms into a magnificent opera at Kungliga Operan, where a luxurious wedding descends into apocalypse. The Royal Court Orchestra, soloists, and brilliant voices create this spectacular production.
concert(252 days)
An opera performance screened at the cinema. A classic opera experience on the big screen.
theater(50 days)
A classic Swedish play with historical roots and royal connections.
theater(73 days)
Physical comedy for children based on Barbro Lindgren's classic books about Loranga, Masarin and Dartanjang. Follow adventures through the forest filled with tigers, bullfighting and car races.
festival(290 days)
Season 26/27 opens at Luleå Energi Arena. A new season of events and activities awaits.
theater(31 days)
A body-poetic theatre adventure for young children about learning new things, failing, and trying again - a story of courage, joy, and self-belief.
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.
exhibitionin progress
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.
exhibitionin progress
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.
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.
exhibitionin progress
South African artist Lebohang Kganye presents a new exhibition at Fotografiska that combines photography, sculpture and scenography to explore home, identity and collective memory.
exhibitionin progress
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.
exhibitionin progress
This exhibition presents spectacular ship discoveries from Salme, demonstrating that Swedish Vikings were active far earlier than previously believed.
exhibitionin progress
Exhibition exploring how Sweden developed from an agricultural nation into a technology powerhouse through innovations in industry, welfare, and digital technology.
exhibitionin progress
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.
exhibitionin progress
Interactive exhibition about the 1912 Olympic Games where you can try different sports and experience the festive atmosphere of that summer.
exhibitionin progress
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.
exhibitionin progress
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.
exhibitionin progress
An interactive video game exhibition at the National Museum of Science and Technology where you can try games, explore gaming history, and participate in interactive experiences.
exhibition(86 days)
Ndidi Dike explores colonial exploitation and contemporary power structures in this exhibition at Färgfabriken.
exhibition(100 days)
Livrustkammaren offers an autumn programme with exhibitions and activities for all ages.
exhibition(117 days)
The Nordic Museum's major exhibition spanning 500 years of Nordic life, culture and everyday experience through 4,000 objects, photographs and archival materials from its collections.
exhibition(137 days)
Till havet! at the National Museum traces the rise of seaside resorts in the 19th century through impressionist art, Skagen painting, and the history of bathing culture.
exhibition(149 days)
An exhibition of Gothenburg Colorism featuring works by Ivan Ivarson, Ragnar Sandberg, Inge Schiöler, Åke Göransson and Märta Taube-Ivarson, together with their artistic predecessors and successors.
theater(40 days)
Dante Alighieri's classic epic "The Divine Comedy" is performed at Örebro Teater.
theater(68 days)
A theatre performance at Playhouse Teater in Stockholm.
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.
festivalin progress
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.
concert(273 days)
Swedish band Hängiven takes the stage at Administration in Örebro.
+ 69 more long-running events — see the calendar.
