Stockholm Pride

Stockholm Pride 2026

Stockholm&#x27;s Culture Festival is the city&#x27;s largest cultural festival with free admission. The festival offers a packed program of activities and entertainment.

Kulturfestivalen

Stockholm Culture Festival 2026

Karlaplan

The myth of the violent, plundering Vikings (with horned helmets) has been circulating for a long time. But what do we really know about life in Nordic countries one thousand years ago?

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Nature & Society

The Viking World – the world’s largest Viking exhibition

The largest Pride celebration in Northern Europe has been around since 1998. Festivities are spread across Stockholm, during the last week of July/the first week of August. The Pride Parade, at the end of the week, is the obvious highlight of the celebrations.

Hornstull

Hornstulls Marknad is a public market taking place every Saturday and Sunday, from the first weekend of April to the last weekend in September (except for the midsummer weekend in June). Flea, vintage, design, art, crafts, antiques, literature, delicatessen, foodstuffs and much more.

Hornstulls marknad

The Hornstull Market 2026

Popular events

Slussen

Fotografiska&#x27;s Pride program present an exclusive film series curated by Jonas PH. Over three evenings, we will screen three internationally acclaimed films that explore identity, love, and belonging through the power of cinema. 27 July: A Single Man 28 July: Portrait of a Lady on Fire 29 July: A Fantastic Woman

Pride Film Club at Fotografiska

Film

Hålludden

The internationally celebrated choreographer and dance artist Virpi Pahkinen, together with her company, creates an new location specific work for Artipelag. The dancers move through nature and sculptures in a visually spectacular meeting between body, art and landscape.Inspired by nature, animals, the mysterious and the elusive, Virpi Pahkinen lets the dance interact with the permanent exhibition Sculpture in Nature as well as Fredrik Wretman&#x27;s I C 3 D 2 (It´s all in your head).

Virpi Pahkinen

Culture & Arts

Virpi Pahkinen Dance Company at Artipelag

Sjöhistoriska museet

What was life like for LGBTQ+ people at sea and on shore throughout history? During Stockholm Pride, the Swedish National Maritime Museum invites you to a special guided tour, exploring queer stories from Sweden’s maritime past. Journey through four centuries of history, from the 17th century to the present day, and discover people who challenged the norms of their time. The tour is offered in English Tuesday–Sunday at 3 pm.

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Pride Tour: Queer Lives at Sea

An inspiring summer course for hobby photographers looking to find depth and humor in everyday life, inspired by the visual world of Martin Parr.

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Sweden Interprets Parr

Last-chance exhibitions

Live music in Stockholm

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In Galärparken, right behind the Vasa Museum, Parkteatern has 2 stages, where &quot;Under Eken&quot; is the lesser one.Parkteatern is the public outdoors theatre of Stockholm, filling the city&#x27;s parks, playgrounds and squares with performing arts in all forms and for all ages from May through September.Program Galärparken<ul><li data-block-key="87it5">17-jul ​18.00 Unfortunate – en konsertversion</li><li data-block-key="30fip">18-jul ​18.00 Unfortunate – en konsertversion</li><li data-block-key="t91k">21-jul ​18.00 Agamemnon: The Circle of Blood</li><li data-block-key="5dj9h">22-jul ​18.00 Agamemnon: The Circle of Blood</li><li data-block-key="84j0c">23-jul ​18.00 No Magic</li><li data-block-key="2b5ev">24-jul ​18.00 Anna Tijoux</li><li data-block-key="fsjdk">25-jul ​18.00 A Free Bird Leaps</li><li data-block-key="uqmj">28-jul ​18.00 Nya resande</li><li data-block-key="6u0kc">29-jul ​18.00 Nya resande</li><li data-block-key="3ohkk">30-jul ​18.00 Destination Funnen</li><li data-block-key="125po">31-jul ​18.00 STHLM Wrestling</li><li data-block-key="dt5fn">01-aug ​18.00 STHLM Wrestling</li></ul>Program Under Eken<ul><li data-block-key="68vff">22-jul ​20.00 Punani_99 – Stockholmsutställningen</li><li data-block-key="7fibg">23-jul ​20.00 Punani_99 – Stockholmsutställningen</li><li data-block-key="81el6">24-jul ​20.00 Exil i Hello Kitty City</li><li data-block-key="21ve3">25-jul ​20.00 Exil i Hello Kitty City</li><li data-block-key="af7ed">28-jul ​20.00 Systrar i Jeans</li><li data-block-key="4v7rq">29-jul ​20.00 Systrar i Jeans</li><li data-block-key="22ah4">30-jul ​20.00 Moa Wallin, Kristofer Andersson &amp; Nanna Olasdotter Hallberg</li><li data-block-key="e4cns">31-jul ​20.30 Tvångest</li><li data-block-key="ettbe">01-aug ​20.30 Tvångest</li></ul>

Komplett program / Full program (in Swedish)

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Theater

Parkteatern – Free Outdoors Theatre on Djurgården

Kungsträdgården

Throughout August, Stockholm Under Stjärnorna transforms its rooftop terrace, 50 metres above ground, into an open-air cinema with free admission to all screenings. Visitors can settle in with a blanket and enjoy films while taking in scenic views of Stockholm.August 2 – Grease August 9 – Dreamgirls August 16 – La La Land August 23 – Bohemian Rhapsody August 30 – The Greatest Showman

Stockholm Under Stjärnorna 2026

Outdoor Cinema at SUS

T-centralen

Äventyrs is the world&#x27;s first museum that depicts adventures from all over the world - created to inspire our visitors, awaken dreams and ignite the spark for adventure. In addition to several inspiring exhibitions, there is a large adventure shop and a cafe. Äventyrs also offer an adventure community, education and lectures. The museum is temporary (&quot;pop-up&quot;) until midsummer, but hopefully it can remain for longer!

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Äventyrs – The adventure museum (pop-up)

Medborgarplatsen/Slussen

Are you ready to laugh until the tears flow? Don&#x27;t miss the chance to participate in BigBenStandUp &amp; StandUpSverige&#x27;s daily stand-up performances that promise to brighten your evening! Every day at 20.00, some of Sweden&#x27;s most talented comedians take the stage to treat you to an evening filled with hysterically funny entertainment and unforgettable moments.

BIG BEN STAND UP EVERY DAY 8 PM!

Stand-up & Spoken Word

Big Ben Stand Up Every Day 8 PM

Theatre and film

Hötorget

Free mini-concerts featuring young summer musicians, along with a special exhibition celebrating 100 years of Konserthuset Stockholm and its history. Discover more through guided tours exploring the building’s art and architecture, as well as the Nobel Prize Award Ceremony. Or join a tour of the rooftop terrace at Konserthuset Stockholm – a space that is not normally open to the public.

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Classical & Art Music

Summer at Konserthuset Stockholm

Nordiska museet/Vasamuseet

Explore life and people in the Nordic region over 500 years, set against its stunning nature, changing seasons and real-life stories from the Nordiska museet collections and archives.The museum’s largest ever exhibition initiative presents 4,000 artefacts and images in an epic and visual presentation of Nordic cultural history built on the real objects and stories collected by the museum during 150 years.

Nordic Life

Gamla stan

Immerse yourself in the power of music and the echoes of history in Stockholm’s Old Town! Nobel Prize Museum, Medieval Museum, and Storkyrkan invite you to a journey through time and sound. In English.

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Sounds of Old Town

Museiparken

The National Museum of Science and Technology has created an experience where you can not only try your favorite games and explore the game history, but also step into, and let yourself be immersed by, games. The Play Beyond Play exhibition occupies over 1,000 square meters of gaming fun! Join in on a journey through game history!

Play Beyond Play

Current exhibitions

Nearest bus stop: Flatenbadet (SL bus stop)

Flatenbastun offers a relaxed lakeside sauna experience by Lake Flaten in southern Stockholm. Here, warmth, nature and refreshing swims come together in a social and welcoming setting for both regulars and first-time guests. Open sauna sessions are available year-round and booked in advance via the website. Bring swimwear and towels for a genuine Swedish sauna experience close to nature.

Flatenbastun – Lakeside Sauna Experience

Wellbeing

Solna

Manchester United will play two exclusive pre-season matches in Sweden this summer as part of a Nordic tour ahead of the 2026/2027 season. On 1 August, United face Atlético de Madrid at Strawberry Arena in Stockholm.

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Games & Championships

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Stadshagen

With our very popular &#x27;Do it Yourself&#x27; sessions, you can throw as much (or as little) as you want, create at a speed that works for you, practice specific techniques or just throw for the sake of throwing - All on your own time and under your terms! Instructions are not included. If you would like instructions for how to create ceramics please book a workshop or a course. We do not teach during the Do It yourself sessions.

Pottery wheel throwing

Mårtensdal

Over the course of less than two intense days, the arenas are transformed into an international meeting place for basketball of the highest class. Spectators are given a unique opportunity to experience top-level play up close as the national teams of Sweden, Finland, Latvia, and Lithuania face off in prestigious exhibition games. The tempo is high, the game is physical, and the skill level is impressive—every possession is defined by tactical finesse and individual brilliance.

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International Basketball National Team Games

Sports & Wellbeing

A guided tour in Stockholm

Solna Station

The Weeknd returns to Stockholm with his After Hours Til Dawn Stadium Tour, taking over Strawberry Arena for two spectacular nights. The show features a mix of his biggest hits and new music, delivered through a large-scale, visually striking production. With Playboi Carti as a special guest, the experience is elevated even further.

The Weeknd

The Weeknd – After Hours Til Dawn Stadium Tour

Rådhuset

In the summer of 2026, the world’s best sailors will gather in the heart of Scandinavia as Gamla Stans Yacht Sällskap (GSYS), in collaboration with the City of Stockholm and the Swedish Sailing Federation, proudly hosts the Team Racing World Championship.

Stockholm International Team Race

Races & Competitions

Team Racing World Championship 2026

Highlights in 2026 – the biggest events this year

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SL/ Hötorget/Östermalms torg

The restaurant opens at 6 pm and the concert starts at 8 pm. If you want to have dinner, book a table: www.glennmillercafe.se, otherwise you are welcome to the bar to lissten from there. The band plays 3 sets and you pay 70 SEK per person and set you listen to.

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Jazz & Blues

Jazzconcert with Johan Hörlen alto saxophone, Ben Fitzpatrick tenor saxophone, Elias Larsson piano, Kenji Rabson double bass, Moussa Fadera drums

S:t Eriksplan

The success returns! After the acclaimed 50th anniversary performances of Tubular Bells – with sold-out shows both in Sweden and across Europe – the celebration continues in autumn 2026 with the tour The Best of Tubular Bells I, II &amp; III: a magnificent concert experience bringing together the very best of Mike Oldfield’s groundbreaking work.

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The Best Of Mike Oldfield’s Tubular Bells I II & III | Stockholm

Rock

Skansen

Clapton vs Springsteen The music of two living legends meets at Lilla Cirkus! It will be a heartfelt master meeting you don&#x27;t want to miss - two concerts from the same stage, the same evening, featuring the best from Eric Clapton&#x27;s and The Boss&#x27;s song treasures. Micael Liljas&#x27; Eric Clapton Tribute is finally returning to Nya Cirkus - and this time together with Hans &quot;Ludde&quot; Ludvigsson &amp; The Hungry Heart Band with their tribute to Bruce Springsteen.

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A tribute to Eric Clapton and Bruce Springsteen

The Hardkiss will make a long-awaited stop at Berns in Stockholm as part of their major European tour. Over the past fifteen years, the band from Kiev has developed into one of Ukraine&#x27;s most internationally successful music exports, known for their genre-crossing sound where rock, pop, electronic elements and dramatic stage presence meet.

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The Hardkiss

Globen

Blues-rock star Joe Bonamassa returns to Sweden for a show at Avicii Arena on October 23, 2026. The multi-GRAMMY-nominated guitarist performs songs from his new album Breakthrough and classics from his long career.

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Joe Bonamassa - Live in Concert

Beast In Black is coming to Sweden in November to celebrate the band&#x27;s fourth album release! Their fourth album is expected to be released in May 2026 and will be celebrated with a grand tour. On November 25, Beast In Black will take the stage at Fryshuset Arena in Stockholm.

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Beast in Black

Hard Rock & Metal

American artist Cat Power returns to Sweden for an exclusive concert at Fållan in Stockholm on October 9, 2026. The show celebrates the 20th anniversary of her acclaimed album &#x27;The Greatest&#x27;. Expect an evening of soulful reinterpretations, new songs, and timeless classics from one of indie music’s most iconic voices.

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Indie & Punk

Cat Power - 'The Greatest' 20th Anniversary Tour

Ulriksdals wärdshus

In the summer of 2022, The Ark reunited in front of 150,000 fans – now the band is taking the next step. On August 23, they will take the stage at Music Week at Ulriksdal Palace.

The Ark

The Mountain Goats return to Sweden for a concert at Nalen in Stockholm on October 7, 2026. With their new album &#x27;Through This Fire Across from Peter Balkan&#x27;, John Darnielle and the band deliver storytelling indie pop filled with mythic lyrics and poetic intensity.

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Folk, Traditional & Country

The Mountain Goats - Live at Nalen

Canadian rock band The Sheepdogs return to Sweden for a concert at Nalen in Stockholm on November 25, 2026. Winners of four JUNO Awards, the band is celebrated for their classic rock sound with powerful harmonies, dual guitars, and electrifying energy.

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The Sheepdogs - Out All Night Tour at Nalen

On September 26, 2026, Oskar Linnros will present his biggest solo concert to date when he takes over the Avicii Arena in Stockholm. The concert will be part of the new chapter that is taking shape in connection with the release of his first album in nine years.

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Osakar Linnros - Live at Avicii Arena

Vi utlovar en festivalupplevelse långt utöver det vanliga. Ambitionen att samla ledande akter från olika grenar av extremmusik under samma fana är i sig ingen ny idé – det är genomförandet som kommer sakna motstycke.

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Nightshade Frequencies

Deep Purple arrives in Stockholm on October 26, 2026, for a highly anticipated concert at Avicii Arena. With more than five decades at the top of the rock scene, the band continues to impress audiences with their energy, signature sound, and timeless classics like “Smoke on the Water.”Fans can expect a powerful live show filled with exceptional musicianship and a mix of iconic hits and newer material. Opening the night is the young UK rock band JAYLER.This will be one of the major rock events of the autumn in Stockholm – a chance to experience one of the world’s most iconic bands live.

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Deep Purple - Live in Stockholm, Avicii Arena

Frihamnen

Europe celebrates 40 years of their iconic album The Final Countdown with a concert at B-K in Stockholm on 24 October 2026. The band will perform the album in its entirety and deliver both classics and new music from their upcoming release.

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Europe - Live in Stockholm at B-K

Westlife returns to Stockholm in 2026 with their anniversary tour Westlife 25 – The Anniversary World Tour. The group will perform their biggest hits and new arrangements in a spectacular arena show at Avicii Arena. Expect a night of pop nostalgia, powerful vocals and unforgettable live moments.

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Westlife 25: The Anniversary World Tour - Avicii Arena

Due to overwhelming demand — including a sold-out show in Stockholm — The Witcher in Concert returns to Europe in 2026. On 2 November, the production will make its only stop in Sweden, taking place at Annexet in Stockholm.

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The Witcher In Concert

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Jazzconcert with Johan Hörlen alto saxophone, Ben Fitzpatrick tenor saxophone, Elias Larsson piano, Kenji Rabson double bass, Moussa Fadera drums

The Best Of Mike Oldfield’s Tubular Bells I II & III | Stockholm

A tribute to Eric Clapton and Bruce Springsteen

The Hardkiss

Joe Bonamassa - Live in Concert

Beast in Black

Cat Power - 'The Greatest' 20th Anniversary Tour

The Ark

The Mountain Goats - Live at Nalen

The Sheepdogs - Out All Night Tour at Nalen

Osakar Linnros - Live at Avicii Arena

Nightshade Frequencies

Deep Purple - Live in Stockholm, Avicii Arena

Europe - Live in Stockholm at B-K

Westlife 25: The Anniversary World Tour - Avicii Arena

The Witcher In Concert

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Jazzconcert with Johan Hörlen alto saxophone, Ben Fitzpatrick tenor saxophone, Elias Larsson piano, Kenji Rabson double bass, Moussa Fadera drums

The Best Of Mike Oldfield’s Tubular Bells I II & III | Stockholm

A tribute to Eric Clapton and Bruce Springsteen

The Hardkiss

Joe Bonamassa - Live in Concert

Beast in Black

Cat Power - 'The Greatest' 20th Anniversary Tour

The Ark

The Mountain Goats - Live at Nalen

The Sheepdogs - Out All Night Tour at Nalen

Osakar Linnros - Live at Avicii Arena

Nightshade Frequencies

Deep Purple - Live in Stockholm, Avicii Arena

Europe - Live in Stockholm at B-K

Westlife 25: The Anniversary World Tour - Avicii Arena

The Witcher In Concert