Crispy leaves rustle at our feet and the first fresher winds are announcing that winter is coming soon. Life starts retracting indoors, but not only homewards… This is also a time for indoor music and film festivals, dining out at cozy restaurants or attending fairs like the Baking and Chocolate Fair. Oh yes, this is also the time we like to dress up like ghosts and pumpkins and go trick-or-treating. Let us guide you to some of this months event highlights, things to see and do in Stockholm.
Every event is linked to a page with more detailed info, just click on the title!
SEASONAL CELEBRATIONS
Halloween at Gröna Lund 2019
The entire amusement park with attractions is open, where the smaller kiddies area is adapted for younger visitors with pumpkins, witches, ghosts and children’s performances every day. In the greater area the more courageous visitors will be able, among other things, to take part in the haunted ship that returns and you will get to meet a mysterious sect.
When: 18-20 October, 25 October – 3 November
Where: Gröna Lund
Cost: 399SEK – 430SEk
MUSIC
Stockholm Jazz Festival
One of Sweden’s oldest festivals and one of Stockholm’s biggest events. Now in 2019 the festival is back on 11-20 October – and bigger than ever, spreading jazz on over 60 venues around Stockholm.
When: 11-20 October
Where: Different venues in Stockholm
Cost: Price of tickets varies per concert.
Ariana Grande @ Globen
When: 7 October
Where: Globen
Cost: 675SEK – 875SEK
Chromatics w/ Desire @ Berns
When: 5 October
Where: Berns
Cost: 370SEK
Cher @ Friends Arena
When: 17 October
Where: Friends Arena
Cost: 2375SEK – 3400SEK
Michael Bublé @ Globen
When: 23 October
Where: Globen
Cost: 650SEK – 1450SEK
UB40 @ Berns
When: 27 October
Where: Berns
Cost: 570SEK
Eros Ramazzotti @ Globen
When: 30 October
Where: Globen
Cost: 437SEK – 775SEK
ART
Affordable Art Fair
When: 10-13 October
Where: Nacka Strandsmässan
Cost: 95SEK – 350SEK
Opening Reception: Peter Blake
When: 3 October
Where: Wetterling Gallery
Cost: FREE
Opening: Anna Camner / Toni R. Toivonen / Ann-Sofie Claesson
When: 3 October
Where: Wetterling Gallery
Cost: FREE
Iranian Film Festival 2019
When: 12-13 October
Where: Biograf Skandia
Cost: 120SEK – 295SEK
FOOD AND DRINK
Stockholm Beer & Whisky Festival 2019
When: 3-5 October
Where: Nacka Strandsmässan
Cost: 250SEK
Bak- & Chokladfestivalen – The Bake & Chocolate Festival
When: 10-13 October
Where: Stockholmsmässan
Cost: 93SEK – 390 SEK
Chelas – There’s a New Mexican in Town
Located at the trendy Hornstull neighbourhood of Södermalm, at Verkstadsgatan 4, you’ll find Chelas, Stockholm’s newest Mexican restaurant. Chelas opened its doors in July of 2019. The name comes from the Mexican slang word for beers and a phrase the Mexicans use when they want to socialise with friends and family: “Saca las chelas”. Literally translated it means “Bring out the beers”, but it can actually be better interpreted as “Let’s have some beers and hang out”.
The wine culture in Sweden is expanding, especially with the increase of vineyards in Skåne in the south of the country. In fact, 42% of all alcohol sales in Sweden consist of wine, and this is very different from brännvin, the traditional Swedish drink that translates as burn-wine. You can of course buy wine from the state owned Systembolaget. However, the only other place that you can buy wine and enjoy a glass is in licenced restaurants and bars that serve food. There are some great restaurants in Stockholm that unite their food and wine menu in perfect harmony, taking equal consideration to both.
Find out more about upcoming events in our Events Calendar.
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Christmas inauguration at Nordiska museum
Djurgårdsvägen 10, 115 21 Stockholm, SwedenInaugurate Christmas and the grand Christmas tree at the Nordic Museum.
During the day you can listen to a Christmas concert with the choir Stockholm Starlight, create your own Christmas tree decorations, follow the show and learn more about Christmas traditions.
Together all children can help blow away the magic light glitter that hopefully finds its way into the museum’s large hall and turns the Christmas tree into all its splendor.
Entrance 120 SEK, free admission up to 18 yearsold, no pre-booking required.
PROGRAM
11.00-15.00 Make your own Christmas tree decorations in the Christmas workshop.
10:00 to 17:00 The playhouse is open for play.
13.00 Family show around.
13.30 “Christmas storytellers” tell about Christmas clothes, from suits, Christmas sweaters and ties to red underwear.
14:00 Christmas concert with the choir Stockholm Starlight, grant broadcast and singing.
15.00 Christmas day for children.
15.00 View of Christmas traditions.
15.30 Christmas tellers tell about Christmas clothes, from blanket suits, Christmas sweater and tie to red underwear.
Skansen's Christmas Market
Djurgårdsslätten 49, 115 21 Stockholm, SwedenSkansen’s Christmas Market is an unbroken tradition ever since 1903. In the town quarter, the Christmas market, is alive during the weekends leading to Christmas Eve. The craftsmen work there in their workshops and houses. On top of the market, the Christmas atmosphere features Christmas decorations, sweets, Christmas presents, straw loaves and other classic craftsmanship of the highest quality.
Are you hungry? There are lots of delicious food to eat on site, like traditional meatballs, wild burgers, donuts and much more. Join the Christmas party, dance around the tree and see how Christmas was celebrated sooner in Swedish houses and farms. Warm welcome!
For faster entry, pre-book the entrance ticket via the ticket link above.
Långholmen's Christmas Market
Långholmsmuren 20, 117 33 Stockholm, SwedenFor the second year Långholmen organizes a special Christmas market at Långholmen Hotell and Restaurang! Last year’s Christmas market was very successful with very many happy visitors who could enjoy interesting exhibitors, good food and nice activities.
Located in the historic setting of Långholmen’s old prison to arrange exhibitors, activities and cafés – all framed in a moody Christmas-decorated farm.
Location: Old prison at Långholmen at Långholmsmuren 20. The Christmas market is mostly outdoors.
Date and time: Kl. 10-16 Saturday 1 December and Sunday 2 December 2018.
Market stand: Selected exhibitors showcase their beautiful and interesting crafts and products. Buy interior details, household items, Christmas decorations, Christmas presents, floral arrangements, jewelry, clothes, accessories, goodies and more!
– Follow a guided tour in the historic Långholmen. Application on site. Free!
– Visit the Långholmen Prison Museum. Free!
– Meet the Långholmen’s Santa and visit the playground. Free!
– Go on tips for both young and old and test your knowledge of prisons and criminals. Free!
– Compete, listen to Christmas music and more.Eating & Drinking: Enjoy a nice snack with Christmas flavours and hot and cold drinks in their café or visit the Bar Finkan in the building next door.
Price: Free entrance.
Sergelgatan's Christmas market
Sveavägen 17, 111 57 Stockholm, SwedenAn indoor and outdoor Christmas market full of all your classic Christmas goodies!
Ho Ho Ho!
Stortorget's Christmas market in Gamla Stan
Stortorget, Stockholm, SwedenStockholm’s Gillet arranges Stockholm’s oldest Christmas market with a range of high Swedish quality. Every year many people traditionally visit the market with family, relatives and friends. Do it you too!
Open daily 11-18 until 23 December.
Free entrance.
Ginko's Christmas and Flea Market
Swedenborgsgatan 13, 118 48 Stockholm, SwedenA chance to buy presents and a bite from the brunch the kitchen will serve between 12: 00-16: 00.
The tables are free for those who are interested in exhibiting. Send a PM on their FB page with what you want to sell, limited number of places.
Later in the evening:
DJs
– Upstairs: Olle Odjur + Leo Forssell
– Downstairs: Emilia Kemze + Amanda GårdlundPop up at the bar Staropramen Unfiltred!
The barber shop is open and Ryssnisse is in place for those who want to get a nice tattoo for Christmas.
