Östermalmstorg, Östasiatiska museet

The global sensation, Eonarium Genesis by art collective PROJEKTIL and Fever, is now coming to Stockholm! Inspired by the story of creation, this breathtaking immersive light show, at Eric Ericsonhallen invites you on an extraordinary journey through the birth of our beautiful planet.

GENESIS: An Immersive Lightshow

Opera & Show

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

T-centralen

Director and choreographer Benke Rydman is back with an entirely new production where the audience is placed on stage, right among the performers. There, they will experience life’s rollercoaster up close through dance, live music, and stage art. An innovative experience where boundaries are blurred, and togetherness sparks hope. The performance is based on the legendary music of Avicii.

Lonely Together

Theater

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

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Nordiska museet/Vasamuseet

At Nordiska museet you&#x27;ll meet curator Marit Baer (department of Sami culture and history) and Jonas Engman, PhD, in a conversation about folk tales and practices surrounding death. Invited guest is Pia Kristoffersson, Civil Celebrant at her company LIV &amp; DÖD Kulturbegravningar. Pia tells of her experiences of contemporary expressions and rituals. Part of the conversation series Three Museums About Death with Nordiska museet, Nationalmuseum and Nobel Prize Museum.

Humans and Death

Culture & Arts

Slussen

Meet 19th-century Stockholmers in a photo exhibition and a book where historical faces are given both names and life through new technology.

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Vernissage av Stadens ansikten

Opening of Faces of the City

Last-chance exhibitions

Globen

After a long absence, KMFDM finally return to Europe – and Stockholm! – with a brand new album. Critics consider KMFDM one of the first bands to bring industrial music to mainstream audiences. The band incorporates heavy metal guitar riffs, electronic music, and both male and female vocals in its music, which encompasses a variety of styles including industrial rock, electronic body music, and even reggae and dub.

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Hard Rock & Metal

KMFDM - Live at Slaktkyrkan

Kungsträdgården

Figaro helped Count Almaviva get his Rosina, and he married his Susanna, what happened next? The third part of the Figaro trilogy is a dramatic thriller from 2016 by composer Elena Langer. Figaro Gets a Divorce is the sequel to Il barbiere di Siviglia and Le nozze di Figaro, now performed for the first time in Sweden. Director Linus Fellbom had great success with part one and two. He is now back for the fast-moving finale!

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Opera: Figaro Gets a Divorce

Ersta sjukhus, Londonviadukten, Slussen

Take a musical break at lunchtime in Ersta Church. Concerts every Wednesday at 12:10, lasting approx. 20–40 minutes. Free admission and a special lunch offer at Ersta terrass. Satie in a new light – a jazz concert in the spirit of Erik Satie with pianist Erika Hammarberg and trumpeter Erik Palmberg.

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Classical & Art Music

Always on a Wednesday – Lunchtime Concert with Free Admission. March 11: Satie & Us

Hornstull

Yumi Zouma started as a home recording project between a group of friends, but has grown into a fully-fledged band with a distinctly unique voice. Since then, the band has continued to deliver consistently high-quality music for a decade, and now the next big chapter is upon us: the album No Love Lost To Kindness, which will be released in January 2026. Don&#x27;t miss the chance to experience Yumi Zouma live when they visit Sweden for a gig at Debaser Nova!

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Indie & Punk

Yumi Zouma - Live at Debaser

Live music in Stockholm

A guided tour in Stockholm

Håkan Hellström is coming to Avicii Arena for two concerts on 13–14 March 2026. Both nights the show starts at 20:00 and promises two major arena nights of music. The event is promoted by Rush Ent. and has a 13+ age limit.

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Håkan Hellström Concert

Molly Sandén performs one of her biggest shows yet as she takes over Avicii Arena on March 20, 2026.

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Molly Sandén - Avicii Arena

Dance, architecture, music, theatre, literature, and much more. Experience Stockholm&#x27;s diverse cultural life, as the city&#x27;s various museums, theaters, and cultural institutions open up for free, for one night. Visit Kulturnatten&#x27;s webpage for the full program and more info!

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Stockholm Culture Night 2026

Lidingövallen

Vårmilen is the start of the cross-country season and a great opportunity to get your running year off to a flying start. The race attracts hundreds of runners who challenge the Lidingö terrain of 5 or 10 kilometers every year. (And there&#x27;s a kid&#x27;s race, too!)

Vårmilen

Races & Competitions

The Vårmilen Race 2026

Highlights in 2026 – 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

Guide to Stockholm's districts

A skateboarder jumps high above an indoor ramp while other people watch in the background. The movement is dynamic, with bent knees and the board held close under the feet in mid-air. The image conveys speed, courage, and the energy of a skatepark setting.

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What's on in Stockholm this season

The bar at A bar called Gemma in Stockholm.

The best drinks in Stockholm: creative cocktail bars

Two chefs working at an open wood-fired grill, cooking seafood and other dishes over glowing embers.

Sperling & Co

New and trendy restaurants

Stockholm People

28 handy apps to use in Stockholm

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

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The biggest Stockholm events in 2026

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