The Stockholm International Film Festival aims to broaden Sweden&#x27;s film repertoire with innovative and provocative movies. Twelve days of seminars, opportunities to meet actors and film workers, and a generous program of exciting films make for a complete and unforgettable experience.

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Stockholm International Film Festival 2025

Ulriksdals Wärdshus

During three days in October, Ulriksdal&#x27;s beautiful Palace Park will be filled with exquisite crafts and delicious delicacies. Take a walk in the Palace park and visit Ulriksdal Palace.

Ulriksdal Autumn Market

Markets

Ulriksdal Autumn Market 2025

Nacka Strand

Welcome to Stockholm Beer &amp; Whisky Festival - where breweries, distilleries and passionate drinkers come together! Here you can taste, discover and be inspired by a world full of exciting drinks. Whether you want to deepen your knowledge or just enjoy something new, there is something for you!

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Conventions & Fairs

Stockholm Beer & Whisky Festival 2025

Hötorget

The cultural event of the year! For twelve magical days in November, Stockholm transforms into a gathering place for film lovers from all over the world. Experience the very best that the world of cinema has to offer, with exclusive premieres, Red Carpet screenings, and encounters with international filmmakers and actors. In 2025, we will also pay tribute to the iconic director David Lynch with a special program featuring talks and screenings of his groundbreaking works.

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Stockholm International Film Festival, November 5-16 2025

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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

Kungsträdgården

Come on a journey through 7,000 years of Egyptian history, and meet the people who lived alongside the Nile. The exhibition gives visitors the opportunity to see many artefacts not previously on display, learn about new research and use the latest 3D technology to study the museum&#x27;s mummies. This is an exciting and informative experience for the whole family.

Egypt

Nordiska museet/Vasamuseet

An exhibition about Sweden&#x27;s prohibition era, the smugglers, bootleggers and moonshine marauders.

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True Crime

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

Culture & Arts

Last-chance exhibitions

Medborgarplatsen

Every Thursday and Friday, Lykke offers a hand-picked selection of intimate concerts that leave a mark. Maybe you will leave with a new favorite artist, a love for a new genre, or a crush on the hot bassist. Lykke Live is a stage where everyone is welcome, with the music in focus.

Concert with Roseph

Indie & Punk

Mariatorget

Thursday, October 23: CULTURE &amp; ENTERTAINMENT QUIZ Thursday, October 30: CRIME QUIZ We dig into famous murder cases and more. Thursday, November 6: MUSIC QUIZ Thursday, November 13: FILM QUIZ Thursday, November 20: CURRENT AFFAIRS QUIZ Thursday, November 27: GEOGRAPHY QUIZ Thursday, November 27: SPORTS QUIZ

After Work Quiz at Il Merlo – every Thursday 5–7 PM

Hornstull

Citizen Soldier is a rock band from Utah that has gained a growing fan base worldwide with powerful songs and raw honesty. The band was founded by Jake Segura, who turned his own struggle with mental health into music, and today the band delivers heavy melodies, infectious hooks, and deeply moving lyrics.

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Rock

Citizen Soldier

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 listen from there.

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Jazz & Blues

Jazzconcert with Record release on the disc ”Straytrane": Johan Hörlén saxophone, Billy Test piano, Christian Spering double bass, Bengt Stark drums

Live music in Stockholm

Theatre and film

Current exhibitions

Sports & Wellbeing

Gamla Stan metro station, exit towards the Old Town.

Join our daily Free Walking Tour in the heart of Stockholm! Discover the city’s history, hidden gems, and coolest stories with passionate local guides. Tours run every single day, rain or shine, and are completely tip-based – you decide the value. The perfect way to explore Stockholm in a fun, social, and budget-friendly way! Find the exact times on our website.

Free Walking Tour Stockholm

Newly renovated and more beautiful than ever. Östermalm&#x27;s Saluhall re-opened its doors in 2020 after an extensive renovation. Book a guided tour in one of Stockholm&#x27;s most beloved buildings. Your host is Lina Bielsten, founder of Östermalm&#x27;s Saluhall Magasin (2010-2023). Lina presents the 135-year history of the market hall and architectural details, mixed with funny anecdotes from famous guests. A behind-the-scenes tour in which food samples can be added. Tours can be booked on request.

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Guided Tour in the Historical Food Hall Östermalms Saluhall

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of Stockholm and immerse yourself in the serene surroundings of the Nacka Nature Reserve. Just a quick 20-minute drive from the city, this beautiful reserve is the perfect place to spend a day in nature. Enjoy a leisurely walk through the dense forests and over the high granite cliffs, taking in the views and fresh air. You will also be treated to a campfire-cooked lunch, adding an authentic touch to your experience.

Guided Hike in Stockholm Nature Reserve + Campfire Lunch

Explore the real Sweden, its nature and wildlife on a guided sunset hike through Tyresta National Park. Experience ancient forests with still lakes and pine trees that are hundreds of years old. You meet late in the day in central Stockholm and go together out into the wilderness. The dusk and darkness is the best time to encounter wild animals like deer and wild bores. For more information, visit the link below.

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Sunset Hike in Tyresta National Park

A guided tour in Stockholm

Älvsjö

DreamHack Stockholm is the festival for everyone who loves games, esports, and internet culture. Challenge yourself and others in one of the booths in the record-breaking expo, try out the latest games in the Free-to-play area, meet your favorite streamers, TikTok or YouTube profiles, and experience the hype together with thousands of others. Come alone, with friends, or with family – it&#x27;s all there at Stockholmsmässan, don&#x27;t miss it.

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DreamHack Stockholm 2025

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Birka Bowling

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The best drinks in Stockholm: creative cocktail bars

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