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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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.
Christmas at Drottningholm
Drottningholms Slott, SwedenOpen: Saturday 10-18, Sunday 10-17
There are limited parking spaces on Drottningholm, please go to the municipality of Brommaplan.
During two magical days a Christmas fair will take place in this amazing setting with emphasis on Swedish crafts and food.
Here you will meet a multitude of Sweden’s absolute best craftsmen. Everything from blacksmiths, candle holders, straw lifters, textiles and others. In the food stall, small-scale food manufacturers tastefully prepare their delicious traditional dishes with cheese, bread, mustard, fish, eggs, ham, etc.
Drottningholm Castle
The castle is open during the fair. Walk in the stunning castle on your own or follow on a guided tour. Also shows to delight the entire family and chores for children. See times at www.drottholmholmsslott.seSlottsboden
In the gift shop Slottsboden (located in the white building by the water) you will find Christmas presents with royal ties. The products are uniquely crafted with inspiration from the royal collections.Drottningholmsteatern and the Theater Bode are open during the fair.
Theater Constance
Classical, kitschigt and kul. Lots of decorations and Christmas presents for all ages and in all price ranges. Opening hours same as the Christmas fair.
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.
Christmas Market at Filmstaden
Greta Garbos väg 3, 169 40 Solna, SwedenFilmstaden’s Christmas Market will take place on Sunday, December 9 between 12-16. Experience a classic Christmas market in a classic style on film’s historical grounds!
Step through a snow-covered portal, where stars such as Greta Garbo and Ingrid Bergman walked and directors, such as Victor Sjöström and Ingmar Bergman walked through.
The area is open with classic market, flea, horse & carriage, open artist theater, and more.
Tunnelbana: Näckrosen (via the blue line towards Akalla)
Take the film city exit.
Bus: line 515 (Odenplan-Sundbyberg station)
get off at Näckrosen
Car: Råsundavägen 150 (parking outside the area)
BICEP dj set
Slakthusgatan 6, 121 62 Johanneshov, SwedenAcclaimed duo BICEP from Belfast, Ireland, will finally come to Sweden for its first major gig on December 8.
The duo has had a brilliant year with magnificent sold out live shows and dj-sets around the world’s prime festivals and clubs! Now BICEP finally comes to Sweden with an exclusive performance to show Swedeb how the real house is played.
Support during the evening is none other than Very Addictive from DISK Records.
