What's on in Stockholm this season
Publish date: 1 May 2026
This is one of the best times to experience Stockholm. Long, light-filled evenings, outdoor dining and a city buzzing with concerts, celebrations and summer energy set the tone. Add parks in full bloom and the nearby archipelago, and you’ll find it hard not to discover something to do.
Highlights in May & June
- Gröna Lund, Stockholm’s classic waterfront amusement park on Djurgården, opens for the season in May with thrilling rides, games, live concerts, and a nostalgic fairground atmosphere.
- Springbeast Festival May 14–17 – Set in Snösätra, one of Stockholm’s most vibrant street art areas, this festival brings together large-scale murals, music, and creative workshops during the Ascension Day weekend.
- Elitloppet May 29–31 – Held at Solvalla racetrack, this is one of the world’s most prestigious harness racing events, attracting top horses and an international crowd.
- Stockholm Marathon May 30 – The entire city turns into a celebration of running, with thousands of participants and spectators lining the streets. Whether you’re taking part or cheering from the sidelines, the atmosphere is truly hard to beat.
- Comic Con Stockholm Summer May 30–31 – Sweden’s largest gathering for pop culture fans, featuring film, comics, gaming, and cosplay with international guests, panels and live experiences.
- Sweden’s National Day June 6 – Celebrate Sweden’s National Day with music, ceremonies and festivities across the city. For a classic experience, head to Skansen, where celebrations date back to 1893.
- BAUHAUS-galan / Diamond League June 7 – World-class athletics comes to Stockholms Stadion as Stockholm hosts one of the summer’s top sporting events.
- Gärdesloppet June 7 – Step back in time as hundreds of vintage cars and motorcycles parade through the city, from Hagaparken to Gärdet.
- Stockholm Fashion Week June 8–11 – Fashion Week sets the tone for upcoming trends with shows, events and industry gatherings across Stockholm.
- Parklekarna 90 years June 8–14 – Stockholm’s “parklekar” – staffed playgrounds with free activities for children – celebrate 90 years with games, events and family-friendly fun in parks across the city.
- Royal Golden Wedding Celebration June 13 – Celebrate the royal couple’s 50th wedding anniversary with a city-wide celebration. Experience a royal procession through Stockholm, an open-air concert in Kungsträdgården, and a festive atmosphere throughout the day.
- Midsummer in Stockholm June 19 – One of Sweden’s most beloved traditions. Dance around the maypole, wear flower crowns and celebrate in parks, at Skansen or out in the archipelago.
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Stockholm with teenagers
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Foo Fighters, Strawberry Arena 12 juni – Take cover, Stockholm… America’s rock’n’roll ambassadors are coming to town. The concert is part of their European tour, with support acts Royel Otis and Otoboke Beaver – one of the biggest rock events in Sweden this summer.
More concert tips in May and June:
- Olivia Dean May 17, Avicii Arena – Soulful pop and powerful vocals from one of the UK’s most exciting rising stars.
- Amber Mark May 1, Nalen – Warm, personal R&B with a modern edge.
- Silvana Imam May 2, Börsen – High-energy hip-hop with a bold voice and strong stage presence.
- Eric Prydz May 8–9, Hotel Grand Stade – Swedish DJ legend known for global hits and immersive live visuals.
- Tori Amos May 20, Cirkus – Iconic artist performing songs from her latest album alongside classics from a 35-year career.
- Linkin Park May 29, 3Arena – Global rock icons bringing their powerful live show to Stockholm on their world tour.
- Grönan Live is in full swing at amusement park Gröna Lund, with artists like Garbage (June 3), Jack White (June 5), Shaggy (June 22) and Anthrax (June 24).
- Julian Marley & The Uprising June 25, Debaser – Experience roots reggae at its finest when Julian Marley & The Uprising take the stage at Debaser.
Find more events in our concerts guide here
Live music beyond the mainstream
Live music beyond the mainstream
From classical concerts to jazz sessions and genre-crossing performances, Stockholm’s music scene offers rich live experiences this spring.
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External link iconMuseum highlights this season
Visit Junibacken as it celebrates 30 years – a children’s museum where Pippi Longstocking and other beloved stories come to life.
- Taking Root – on Soil Relations and Human Endeavors April 18–June 18 – At Färgfabriken, artists explore themes of migration, belonging and ecology in a thoughtful, research-driven exhibition.
- Wilhelm Kåge & Shōji Hamada April 23–February – At Nationalmuseum, two masters of ceramics meet in an exhibition focused on form, craft, and everyday design.
- Marja-Leena Sillanpää – Librarium Futurum 1968–2028 March 7–May 3 – Marabouparken presents a multi-layered exhibition exploring memory, archives, and artistic futures across decades.
- When We See Us until August 30 – The celebrated afro-centric exhibition at Liljevalchs explores identity, community and representation through contemporary painting.
- Through the Playful Eyes of Elliott Erwitt until May 17 – a retrospective at Fotografiska capturing one of photography’s most sharp and humorous perspectives.
- The Joyful World of Stig Lindberg, Gustavsbergs Porcelain Museum from 6 June – From iconic tableware to playful patterns and bold colours – discover one of Sweden’s most beloved designers and his vibrant world of ceramics and everyday design.
- Junibacken celebrates 30 years with a new interactive exhibition and theatre performances – and the Story Train brings Astrid Lindgren’s classic tales to life.
- Drömlandet, at Tekniska museet, explores how technology and ideas have shaped modern Sweden.
- Vikings Before Vikings at Vrak – Museum of Wrecks (recently named Museum of the Year) showcases remarkable ship finds from Estonia revealing early Viking expeditions across the Baltic Sea.
- If you’re visiting Nationalmuseum, don’t miss Badin – Beyond Surface and Mask, an exhibition exploring an extraordinary life in 18th-century Sweden and the role of a person of African descent in Swedish society.
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Island escape near Stockholm
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