The biggest Stockholm events in 2026
Publish date: 30 January 2026
Grab your calendar! Here, you'll find the biggest events in Stockholm 2026 – concerts and festivals, world-class sports, fairs, culture nights, and light shows.
Events in Stockholm you don't want to miss
Stockholm 2026 is designed to be experienced on site: arena excitement and festival weekends, races taking over the streets, and cultural evenings where the city opens up just for you. Plan around recurring classics such as Stockholm Pride, the adidas Stockholm Marathon, Stockholm Culture Night, Stockholm Art Week, and major trade fairs such as Formex and Techarena – and leave room for this year's unique concert evenings and special events.
The best part? You get to experience everything else as you go: restaurants and nightlife after the show, sightseeing along the race route, and winter magic with Nobel Week Lights. Close to the water, walkable, and full of life – no matter when you come.
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Want to plan well in advance? Browse the monthly lists and mark your favorites. Would you rather find something spontaneous when you get here? Then our event calendar is a great complement, containing even more tips. Whether you're coming for a big street party, an arena weekend with your favorite artists, or an exhibition you don't want to miss, here's a great start to Stockholm in 2026.
The list is an editorial selection of this year's highlights and is updated regularly as new dates and program items are released.
Big events in January
- Formex January 20–22 – The Nordic region’s leading trade fair for interior design.
- BAUHAUS-galan Indoor January 22 – An international indoor elite athletics meet.
- Stockholm Beach January 29 – A beach volleyball celebration.
Big events in February
- Stockholm Creative Edition February 3–7 – A city-wide creative week showcasing Stockholm’s design and creative scene through events and meet-ups.
- Raye February 7 – The British star makes a tour stop in Stockholm.
- Techarena 2026 February 11–12 – A major tech and innovation conference bringing together startups, investors, and industry leaders.
- Basketball World Cup qualifier: Sweden vs Estonia February 27 – International basketball match.
Big events in March
- Skidskyttekampen March 2 – A crowd-pleasing biathlon show event with star athletes.
- Nya Antikmässan March 5–8 – Sweden’s flagship antiques and collectibles fair, packed with finds and inspiration.
- Allt för Sjön March 5–8 – A boating and archipelago lifestyle fair with boats, gear, and inspiration for the season ahead.
- Melodifestivalen March 6–7 – Sweden’s biggest music show: glittering performances, catchy hits, and serious pop spectacle.
- Allt för Sjön March 12–15 – More fair days featuring fresh boating news, equipment, and tips for life on the water.
- Håkan Hellström March 13–14 – A major concert weekend with one of Sweden’s most beloved live acts.
- Molly Sandén March 20 – The Swedish artist performs one of her biggest shows yet.
- Trädgårdsmässan March 26–29 – Trade fair for cultivation and gardening.
Big events in April
- Malmsten Swim Open Stockholm April 9–12 – An international swim meet featuring top-level athletes and fast-paced competition.
- Football World Cup qualifier: Sweden vs Serbia April 18 –
- Stockholm Culture Night April 18 – A night when museums and cultural venues open up with free events across the city.
- Stockholm Art Week April 21–26 – A week of exhibitions, talks, and openings that puts the spotlight on the city’s art scene.
- Market Art Fair April 23–26 – A curated Nordic art fair for contemporary works.
Big events in May
- Data Innovation Summit May 6–8 – An international conference on data, AI, and digital transformation with talks, cases, and networking.
- Tough Viking – Stockholms Stadion May 9 – A muddy obstacle race with serious challenges in the heart of Stockholm.
- Elitloppet May 29–31 – The world's elite trotting horses compete at Solvalla in a festive atmosphere.
- adidas Stockholm Marathon May 30 – A city marathon through iconic scenery, with cheering spectators lining the route.
Big events in June
- Nationaldagsgaloppen June 6 – Sweden’s National Day celebration with horse racing.
- ÖTILLÖ Swimrun – Utö, Sweden June 6 – A swimrun in the archipelago, mixing open-water swimming and running in rugged terrain.
- BAUHAUS-galan – Wanda Diamond League June 7 – World-class track and field at Stockholms Stadion.
- Stockholm Fashion Week June 8–11 – A week of shows and industry events spotlighting fashion.
- Foo Fighters June 12 – A stadium-scale rock night.
- Rosendal Garden Party June 12–14 – A summer music festival on Djurgården with a green setting and a strong line-up.
- Eken Cup June 13–15 – A huge youth handball tournament.
- Stockholm Football Cup June 25–28 – A huge youth football tournament.
- System of a Down June 29 – A major live show with heavy intensity.
- Gotland Runt June 26 – July 1 – A classic offshore sailing race that brings sailors and spectators together for a standout summer event.
Big events in July
- Bad Bunny July 10–11– A mega arena show with a global superstar.
- Stockholm Pride July 27 – August 1 – A city-wide Pride festival with events and a parade that brings color and community to central Stockholm.
Big events in August
- FIBA U18 Women's EuroBasket 2026 August 1–9 – Europe’s top young basketball players compete at Kistamässan.
- The Weeknd August 8–10 – A big arena spectacle with an international headliner.
- World Sailing Team Racing World Championship August 12–16 –
- Midnattsloppet August 15 – A night run with street-party vibes.
- Tough Viking – Kungliga Djurgården August 22 – A muddy obstacle race with serious challenges in the heart of Stockholm.
- Veronica Maggio August 22 – Concert with a Swedish pop favorite.
- World Water Week August 23–27 – A global gathering on water issues.
- Formex August 25–27 – The autumn edition of the design and interiors trade fair.
- Emmylou Harris August 26 – Farewell concert with a timeless Country star.
- adidas Stockholm Half Marathon August 29 – Half marathon through the city.
Big events in September
- Tjejmilen September 5 – A hugely popular women’s race focused on running joy, community, and great atmosphere.
- Sthlm Bike September 6 – A cycling race through Stockholm.
- ÖTILLÖ World Championship September 7 – The Swimrun World Championship in the archipelago, combining elite racing with epic scenery.
- A$AP Rocky September 21 – A major live show with an international hip-hop star.
- TCS Lidingöloppet September 25–27 – A classic trail race and Swedish running institution.
Big events in October
- Årets Kock – Final October 1 – Sweden’s top culinary showdown where the country’s best chefs battle it out.
- Open House Stockholm October 2–4 – An architecture weekend when you can step inside buildings and spaces normally closed to the public.
Big events in November
- BNP Paribas Nordic Open November 7–14 – A major tennis event with international players.
- Stockholm International Film Festival November 11–22 – A film festival packed with premieres, guests, and a broad international program.
- Benjamin Ingrosso November 13–14 – A concert with a Swedish pop star.
- Westlife November 20 – A nostalgia-packed arena night with classic hits.
- DreamHack November 27–29 – A massive gaming and esports festival with tournaments, expo areas, and community.
Big events in December
- Nobel Week Lights – A light festival that transforms the city.
- Nobel Day December 10 – The famous celebration when the Nobel Prize is awarded, equal parts festive and solemn.