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?

Vikingarnas värld

Nature & Society

The Viking World – the world’s largest Viking exhibition

Stockholm, get ready! The ultimate 90s &amp; 00s party is back – louder, wilder, and more nostalgic than ever! 🎤 Vi Älskar 90 &amp; 00-talet! One night. One unforgettable throwback. 🕺 Dance, sing, relive – the 90s &amp; 00s return to Stockholm with all the hits you loved and the energy you missed! 🌟 Big names, big beats, and a crowd that knows how to party – don’t miss the festival of the year! 💖 Vi Älskar 90 &amp; 00-talet – where memories are made and legends live on. Stockholm, we’re coming for you!

www.vialskar.se/90talsfestival-stockholm/

We Love the 90 & 00s - Stockholm

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 2025

Barnängsbryggan/Skanstull T bana

Free entrance to the Street Food Festival with loads of street food, drinks, music, sweet food and local craft beer. The festival has become Sweden&#x27;s largest food festival also featuring the official street food National Championship with over 200 contestants and celebrating 10 years of success. For the second year in a row, the place for the festival is by the water at Norra Hammarbyhamnen with bars, music and picnic area at Anna Lindhs Park.

Street Food Festival

Popular events

Slussen

Visit The Factory - an exhibition about silk shawls, jacquard looms, and female workers in the textile and clothing industry from the beginning of the 19th century to today.

The Factory

Östasiatiska museet

Step into the world of games and experience how they have united people for generations! From ancient classics such as Mancala and Chaturanga to retro arcade games and early game consoles, this exhibition provides an insight into the amazing history of gaming! Stockholm Toy Museum invites you to try games from different eras and feel how they have entertained and brought people together. Bring family and friends, share the joy of gaming and discover the game that has shaped generations!

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Culture & Arts

Generations of Games

Rådhuset

In my gallery at Scheelegatan 6, close by the City Hall, I show my Stockholm paintings and abstract landscapes. Varying sizes, all painted in acrylic. My range also includes trays and signed art prints. Grand opening Wednesday 18th June, 4-7 pm Chilled drinks and snacks will be served during the evening. The gallery is open all June: Tuesday-Friday 11- 4:30 pm Saturday 2-4 pm Welcome!

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Art exhibition 18 of june

T Gamla stan

Galleri Riddaren in the Old Town is showing &#x27;Dad&#x27;s paintings &amp; flea market&#x27; with paintings by KG Björling together with a nice, mixed flea market.

Dad's paintings & flea market

Last-chance exhibitions

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 at www.glennmillercafe.se, otherwise you are welcome to the bar to listen 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 Amanda Ginsburg vocals and Andy Fite guitarr at Glenn Miller Café

For five magical spring and summer evenings, starting on May 7, we’ll open our windows onto the street to create a vibrant stage that unites music with Södermalm. Here, we’ll present live performances by artists such as Henrik Appel, Sofia Härdig, L’île Volante, Vegas Water Taxi, and Innocent. Indoors and outdoors blend together on these nights, with live music, great food, and drinks as the theme!

Riche Fenix Window Sessions

T-centralen

Rymdpojken, a.k.a. Adam Englund from Borås, is the artist who turns daydreams into reality. With a sound that drifts between melancholic pop and soaring euphoria, he has quickly become a name to watch – both in your headphones and on stage. 2025 marks a new chapter. His highly anticipated debut album I rymden finns inga tårar (&quot;In Space There Are No Tears&quot;) will be released this year, and the first single 02:30 made a huge impact – recently reaching as high as #37 on Spotify Top 50 Sweden.

www.ticketmaster.se/event/sus-live-rymdpojken-biljetter/1830324649

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SUS LIVE: Rymdpojken

Gamla Stan

Come and enjoy a half-hour free concert in Gamla Stan at Slottsbacken 2 in the Finnish Church. On Wednesday 2 July at 12.30 pm, operasinger Tessan-Maria Lehmussaari and Merja Aapro at the piano. Outside cafeteria.

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Classical & Art Music

Lunch concert at FInska Church in Old Town

Live music in Stockholm

No summer is complete without movies at SUS – and now the coziest Sunday nights of the season are finally back! For nine Sundays this summer, we’re inviting you to outdoor movie nights under the open sky. First come, first served for the best spots, and entry is free. The films start right at 7:00 PM – so be on time! ️ 22/6 A Star Is Born ️ 29/6 Dirty Dancing ️ 6/7 Mamma Mia ️ 13/7 Top Gun ️ 20/7 Top Gun: Maverick ️ 3/8 Wicked ️ 10/8 Moulin Rouge ️ 17/8 Pretty Woman ️ 24/8 Notting Hill

www.facebook.com/events/23971288102457052/23971288119123717/

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OUTDOOR CINEMA AT SUS

Norra Bantorget

The Wandering Mic Comedy Show – a fun and unforgettable evening of live comedy featuring a mix of international comedians, Swedish stand-up acts, and travelers from around the world! 🎤🧳 🎟️ Tickets: 100 SEK – Limited seats available! Book your ticket now and secure your spot.

billetto.se/e/the-wandering-mic-1-biljetter-1261608?bref=eyJzIjoiYmlsbGV0dG8iLCJtIjoiYmlsbGV0dG8iLCJ

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Stand-up & Spoken Word

English Stand-up Comedy Show - The Wandering Mic

Bergshamra / Ulriksdals wärdshus

Don Giovanni, the notorious seducer, indulges in life’s pleasures and pursues endless conquests until he must face the consequences of his actions. Traditionally portrayed this way, the opera’s theme is reimagined by director Deda Christina Colonna, who offers a fresh perspective, revisiting the nuances present at its first performance. Musical direction: Peter Spissky, costumes: Anna Kjellsdotter, stage design: Christer Nilsson.

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Opera & Show

Confidencen Opera & Music Festival – Don Giovanni – Let yourself be seduced by Mozart’s iconic masterpiece!

Medborgarplatsen

In 2025, King Uggla has faithfully, loyally, and reliably delivered hits and entertained the Swedish people for half a century. This will be celebrated with a jubilee show featuring songs from five decades, hosted at the newly renovated Göta Lejon in Stockholm.

www.livenation.se/magnus-uggla-tickets-adp3237

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Magnus Uggla: Magnus Uggla 50 years on the throne

Theatre and film

Kungsträdgården

Kickstart the weekend at Nationalmuseum! On Thursday evenings, the museum is abuzz with people, art and music, with FREE admission for everyone from 5pm to 8pm. Enjoy an ever-changing programme with DJs, live music, afterwork drinks in the Sculpture Courtyard, and other activities.

www.nationalmuseum.se/torsdagskv%C3%A4llar-p%C3%A5-nationalmuseum

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Thursday Evenings at Nationalmuseum

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

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

The Swedish metal scene is known all around the world. Once an underground phenomenon, it&#x27;s become an important export giving rise to bands and artists like Opeth, Entombed, Bathory, Meshuggah, At the Gates, Sabaton, Hammerfall, Arch Enemy, Ghost, Yngwie Malmsteen, In Flames, Candlemass, Dissection, and many more. The exhibition Total Metal explores why this music resonates with so many, how extreme music has evolved, and how it leaped from crowded clubs to sold-out arenas.

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Total Metal

Current exhibitions

Liljeholmen or Hornstull

Outdoor Sessions is summer’s most magical cultural community experience under the open sky. For two months, four days a week, the space comes alive with live music, dance, poetry, art, and engaging activities. Emerging voices and established artists share the stage in a vibrant, inclusive atmosphere. With great DJs, refreshing drinks, and unexpected collaborations, each night offers something unique. A must-visit for both locals and travelers looking to experience Stockholm’s creative soul.

Outdoor Sessions Sthlm

Hip hop, Soul & RnB

Explore Stockholm&#x27;s waterways on a guided kayaking experience, suitable for both beginner and advanced paddlers. Known as the Venice of the North, Stockholm is a city of many canals and stunning waterways, making it a perfect destination for a unique and picturesque kayaking adventure. Capture amazing photos and discover the city from a whole new perspective as you paddle through the calm waters.

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Wellbeing

Guided Kayak Tour in Central Stockholm

This kayak tour is perfect for beginners and novice paddlers. You&#x27;ll paddle under charming bridges, past colorful buildings, and through peaceful waterways as the sun sets behind the city skyline. During the tour, you&#x27;ll take a traditional Swedish Fika break (picnic), featuring organic ingredients.

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Sunset Kayak Tour in Central Stockholm

Sandhamn

The world&#x27;s largest offshore race, Gotland Runt, takes place June 27 to July 2 in Sandhamn. It will be a celebration both on land and at sea. On June 29, 250 boats will start just outside of Sandhamn. Visitors can explore the event area, enjoy exhibitors, try out activities, and experience delicious food and live music.You can also follow the race online.Don’t miss the biggest sailing party of the year at Sandhamn. Welcome to Gotland Runt Offshore Race 2025!

Gotland Runt

Games & Championships

Gotland Runt Offshore Race 2025

Sports & Wellbeing

Gamla stan

Step aboard a historic archipelago boat and embark on a 2.5-hour guided Midsummer cruise through Stockholm’s magical archipelago! During the journey, you&#x27;ll hear plenty of fascinating stories about Swedish culture and innovation. During the trip, you can also enjoy Swedish delicacies from our onboard café or relax on deck while taking in the stunning landscape. An unforgettable experience for both locals and visitors!

vadhanderisverige.se/stockholm/aktiviteter/utomhus/sommarkryssning-i-stockholms-skargard/

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Stockholm midsummer cruise

Långbroparken

Guided tour south of Södermalm, or ”söder om Söder” as the Swedes say. Southern parts of Stockholm also have some stories to tell! Explore Långbro Park, a former mental hospital transformed into an attractive residential area. Certified tourist guide Anders Djerf will provide you with more information. Language Swedish and English.

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Långbro Park - A Former Mental Hospital Transformed into an Attractive Residential Area

Gullmarsplan

Tour south of Södermalm, or ”söder om Söder” as the Swedes say, guided by Anders Djerf, a certified tourist guide. Southern parts of Stockholm also have many stories to tell! Near the congestion Gullmarsplan, the guide will let you see military defence history both from World War II and 1859. A modern piece of art will be decoded. For more information, visit the link below.

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Unknown and Hidden - Just behind Gullmarsplan

Årsta torg

In Årsta, you find Sweden&#x27;s first community center in a suburb, Årsta Centrum. The basic plan was made by Uno Åhrén and design in details by architects Erik and Tore Ahlsén. Today Årsta Centrum is an internationally appreciated 1950th icon. Anders Djerf, a certified tourist guide, shows and tells the story. For more information, visit the link below.

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Architecture in Årsta

A guided tour in Stockholm

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.

Stockholm Pride

Stockholm Pride 2025

Stadion

Robbie Williams embarks on a long-awaited European tour in the summer of 2025! On August 7, he comes to Sweden to perform in the Stockholm Stadium! Featuring Lottery Winners as special guests.

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Robbie Williams Live 2025

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

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Stockholm Culture Festival 2025

Highlights in 2025 – the biggest events this year

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Aerial shot of Stockholm on a summer day. Visible are the ditricts of Södermalm, Gamla stan and Norrmalm.

Aerial shot of Stockholm

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Ice cream

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An outdoor lunch or fika in Stockholm

A table set for dinner at MXCO in Stockholm. Various plates of Mexican food like tortilla chips and tacos, and beer.

MXCO

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The crowd in front of the main stage at the Stockholm Culture Festival. Night. A pyrotechnic display lights up the stage.

Stockholm Kulturfestival publik

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