November is that time of the year many regard as dark, but funnily enough, Stockholm gives us many sparkly and enlightened ways to have fun and keep our minds away from the gloomy weather conditions. Such as the Stockholm Film Festivals, where stars of the movie world shine on the red carpets of the city’s cinemas and the light of the projectors on the screens takes us to worlds we have only dreamed of. Stockholm itself also starts glittering, when the streets are dressed with the Christmas decorations. No, this is not a dark time, it’s a time to see the light in different shapes.
Here are some of the glittering events you should not miss this month!
SEASONAL CELEBRATIONS
Lighting of the Christmas lights in Stockholm City
Everybody is welcomed to this year’s opening of #Stockholmsjul with the launch of the Christmas lights in Stockholm City 2019.
In addition to the launch of one million LED lights on over 40 streets, places and squares, the city will offer wonderful Christmas atmosphere. Do not miss the premiere walk of this year’s Christmas lights!
When: 16 November
Where: Kungsträdgården
Cost: FREE
Christmas Market at Skansen
The Christmas market at Skansen has been a yearly tradition since 1903. The market square is filled with food, treats and decorations and the bonfires are lit. All the historical houses and farmsteads are decorated and in the town quarters you can meet skilled craftsmen. There will be craft demonstrations and live music in the buildings where the tables are also set for Christmas dinner. Young and old can participate in dancing around the Christmas tree and make their own Christmas decorations in the workshop.
When: 30 November
Where: Skansen
Cost: 60SEK – 140SEK
Peasful Christmas Market
For the second year in a row, Herman’s is holding a 100% vegan Christmas market, filled to the brim with delicious treats, healthy products, artworks, books and much more!
When: 30 November
Where: Hermans Restaurang & Trädgårdscafé
Cost: FREE
FAIRS
Sthlm Food & Wine 2019
Enjoy great flavours with close friends. Join the best tasting event in the Nordics.
When: 8-10 November
Where: Stockholmsmässan
Cost: 150-200SEK for one day, 250-280SEK for two days, children free
Stockholm Coffee Festival 2019
Swing by A-House on Saturday 9th of November to meet your favourite Swedish Roasters, try your hand and some cutting edge coffee tech, and enjoy a great time with fellow coffee lovers.
When: 9 November
Where: A house Stockholm
Cost: FREE
MUSIC
Elder Island @ Obaren
The Bristol trio ELDER ISLAND delivers a fantastic mix of dream pop and techno where mpc beats meet a myriad of synth, guitar, bass and cello.
When: 7 November
Where: Obaren
Cost: FREE
Avishai Cohen Trio @ Berwaldhallen
Renowned Israeli jazz bassist and composer Avishai Cohen returns to Stockholm along with a newly released record and a new trio! This time for a unique concert in one of the most pleasing stages in the city, Berwaldhallen.
Kontakt – The Black Madonna + La Fleur
When: 24 November
Where: Berns
Cost: 295SEK – 495SEK
ART
30th Stockholm International Film Festival
Between the 6th and the 17th of November, the 2019 Stockholm International Film Festival screens around 150 films from over 60 countries in the city’s cinemas and arranges quizzes, parties, seminars, Face2Face and more.
We have put together a guide with the films that are a MUST SEE at this year’s festival, including the best of the best from every film genre and you can find it here.
When: 6-17 November
Where: The festival takes place in the following cinemas: Skandia, Drottninggatan 82. Filmhuset, Borgvägen 1. Park, Sturegatan 18. Zita, Birger Jarlsgatan 37. Sture, Birger Jarlsgatan 41. Bio Rio, Hornstulls strand 3. Capitol, St. Eriksgatan 82.
Cost: Ordinary ticket: 100 SEK. Red Carpet ticket: 150 SEK. Capitol: 120 SEK. Day ticket: 70 SEK (valid Mon–Fri before 3:00pm). Red Carpet Deluxe: 160-500 SEK
Opening Reception: Love Lundell & C-print
This autumn Love Lundell will present a new series of works in the exhibition Sentimentally Yours, Red Forest at Wetterling Galllery. The series is about times of transition, the period between childhood and adulthood. Memories of sexual awakening and places connected to these memories. Or the emotion of being trapped in this stage of transition.
When: Opening Reception 7 November. Reception stays open the rest of the month.
Where: Wetterling Gallery
Cost: FREE
Exhibition – Theme: Stockholm at Nordic Art
Several of Sweden’s most interesting artists interpret Stockholm in their own way. Pia Erlandsson, Richard Vakil, Marika Lang, Maria Krull, Henry Bronett, BG Karlsson, Carolina Bååth, Viktoria Tikhomirova, Gunnel Wennberg
Large opening day Saturday 9 November 12-17 pm at Birkagatan 28 B.
When: 9-14 November
Where: Nordic Art
Cost: FREE
Find out more about upcoming events in our Events Calendar.
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- 2626.April.Friday
Seasonal opening new Moseback terrace
Södra Teatern, Mosebacke Torg, Stockholm, SwedenFinally it’s time! On the last weekend of April, Moseback terrace – one of Stockholm’s largest and best summer destinations, opens again for the season. The old one has been demolished and an entirely new Moseback terrace has been built in place, with better seating, a new scene and faster serving of drinks and food.
- 2727.April.Saturday
Innebandy championship finals
Ericsson Globe, Stockholm, SwedenThe world’s largest Innebandy event!
The event many have been longing for during the whole season. A packed Ericsson Globe and four teams that make up for two extremely coveted trophies.
The championship final attracts audiences from all over Sweden and it is a full day of excitement for all kinds of people.
The final on both the women’s and men’s tournaments is settled in a match, the same day and always offers cool drama.
Kulturnatt - Culture Night
Gustav Adolfs torg 22, 111 52 Stockholm, SwedenKulturnatt welcomes you to an evening of countless opportunities! Experience Stockholm’s cultural hot spots, our very own galaxy studded with stellar cultural events! Dance, music, art, fashion, literature and crafts – these are just a few of the art forms you’ll be able to enjoy during the evening.
All participating venues are open from 6 pm to 12 am, on the 27th of April and admission is free. Our best tip is to drop by Stockholm Visitor Center at Sergels Torg, where you can ask questions and find out the easiest way to get around the city. Whatever part of the city you visit, there’s something for everyone. Choose one, visit a few, or check out as many events as you can fill your night of culture with! On Stockholm Culture Night the city is yours!
- 2828.April.Sunday
Körsbärsblommans dag 2019 - Cherry blossoms day
Jussi Björlings allé 5, Stockholm, SwedenThe event will be held with the most beautiful cherry blossoms in Sweden. You will find fantastic performances on the stage and in the garden. With special guests this year such as the National intangible culture property performers from Japan. And of course there are many enjoyable shops and workshops that will be waiting for you. Don’t miss this special occasion on which you can touch and feel Japan.
The entrance is free.
Pablo Milanés @ Konserthuset
Hötorget 8, 111 57 Stockholm, SwedenFor several decades, composer and singer Pablo Milanés has been a giant in Cuba’s music life and is considered one of the country’s greatest artists of all time. On April 28 he returns to Sweden for a long-awaited return visit to the Concert Hall Stockholm!
