What's on in Stockholm this season
Publish date: 30 July 2026
There’s always something happening in Stockholm. Whether you’re into world-class events, culture, live music, food or outdoor adventures, the city offers countless ways to make the most of your visit.
Highlights in August & September
Stockholm Culture Festival 12–16 August – For five days, Stockholm transforms into one big open-air stage with free concerts, dance performances, theatre, art installations, family activities and cultural experiences across the city centre.
More highlights this season:
- Stockholm Pride July 27–August 1 – A week filled with love, celebration, culture, and community. Stockholm Pride offers everything from seminars and clubs to the grand Pride Parade through the city. Here’s how you can celebrate Stockholm Pride 2026
- Summer Cinema 12–16 August – Open-air film screenings in Rålambshov Park, featuring everything from modern classics to cult films.
- NOCCO Sweden 3x3 Tour Finals 14–16 August – Fast-paced, intense street basketball in Kungsträdgården.
- The Midnight Run 15 August – A running and community festival winding through the streets of Södermalm.
- Riddarfjärden Open Water Swim 22 August – A swimming race in the heart of central Stockholm with views of the city’s skyline.
- adidas Stockholm Half Marathon 29 August – 21.98 km through the city.
- Dachshund Parade 30 August – A colorful and beloved parade for all of Stockholm’s taxi enthusiasts.
- Stockholm Dog Fair 4–6 September – One of Sweden’s biggest dog events, featuring dog shows, competitions, demonstrations and the chance to meet hundreds of dog breeds.
- Tjejmilen 5 September – Sweden’s largest women’s running event returns to Djurgården, bringing thousands of runners together.
- ÖTILLÖ Swimrun World Championship 7 September – Watch the world’s best swimrunners tackle the legendary course from Sandhamn to Utö, combining open-water swimming and trail running across the archipelago.
- TCS Lidingöloppet 25–27 September – Sweden’s largest cross-country race attracts elite athletes and recreational runners to the scenic trails of Lidingö.
- Stockholm Craft Week 30 September–4 October – Explore contemporary craft through exhibitions, open studios and events across Stockholm.
- Affordable Art Fair 30 September–4 October – Discover and buy original contemporary art from Swedish and international galleries, whether you're a first-time buyer or an experienced collector.
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Concerts & festivals
- The Weeknd 8–10 August – The global superstar performs three concerts in Stockholm.
- Emmylou Harris 26 August – The American country legend visits Stockholm during her farewell tour.
- Winterviken Live Summer Scene 26–30 August – Several days of concerts and musical experiences in the scenic Winterviken area.
- The Slates 2 September – Indie rock band from Yorkshire known for sharp lyrics, driving grooves and an intense live performance.
- A$AP Rocky – Don't Be Dumb World Tour 21 September – The American rap superstar is one of the most influential artists in contemporary hip hop.
- Band of Horses 25 September – American indie rock band known for its melancholic sound and soaring guitar-driven songs.
Find more events in our concerts guide here
Museum highlights
- The Joyful World of Stig Lindberg, Gustavsbergs Porcelain Museum – 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 that 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.
- The new exhibition To the Sea! at Nationalmuseum runs from September 24 and explores the rise of seaside resorts in the 19th century. Discover seascapes by the Impressionists, the light of the Skagen painters, and the evolution of bathing culture in Europe and the US.
- The Sunshine Olympics – Step into Stockholm in 1912 and experience the Olympic Games through interactive exhibits where you can try several Olympic events and discover what the city looked like during the historic Games.
- Martin Parr – Short & Sweet – A major exhibition at Fotografiska featuring nearly 400 photographs by Martin Parr, whose humorous and vividly colourful images capture everyday life and contemporary society. On view until 27 September.
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