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28 INTRODUCING ST OCKHOLM
STOCKHOLM THROUGH
THE YEAR
Stockholm’s heart never misses a beat despite feature performers from around the world.
the vagaries of the climate. Although summer Sweden’s national festivals are celebrated in
is a glorious time to visit the capital, the city the traditional way in Stockholm and are
shimmering in ice and snow is also an amaz always popular attractions for both locals
ing experience, and numerous popular events and visitors alike. The capital’s proximity
take place throughout the year. Stockholm’s to the surrounding countryside and water
countless sporting fixtures attract topclass provides an extensive range of opportunities
international stars. Its many concerts, both for all kinds of outdoor activities throughout
pop and classical, indoor and outdoor, the year.
Garden Fair (Mar). Everything
Spring for the gardener is on show at
As in all the Nordic countries, Stockholm International Fairs
people long for spring after in Älvsjö.
the dark days of winter, and it
has a big impact on life in the April
capital. Sun-lovers sit on the Stockholm Art Week (late Mar).
steps of Konserthuset (Concert A week of art events, exhibitions
Hall) and Kungliga Dramatiska and fairs. Many of the city’s art
Teatern (Royal Drama tic galleries, museums and exhibition
Theatre); people work on their venues arrange special events
boats; football competes with and programmes.
ice hockey for attention; Swedish Football Cham
spring flowers come into pionship (last weekend in Apr).
bud in Kungs trädgården; and Series starts at Råsunda and
the traditional semla cream Söder stadiums.
buns go on sale to break the Gröna Lund (end of Apr).
Lenten fast. Djurgården’s amusement Walpurgis Night bonfire at Evert Taubes
park, the oldest in the country, Terrass, Riddarholmen
March opens for its 130-day season.
Stockholm International Exciting rides and attractions Slottet (Royal Palace) with a
Boat Show (early Mar). The include roller coasters and a military parade, and children
spring’s major boat exhibition free-fall tower. There are also present flowers and gifts.
at Stockholm International stages hosting music and
Fairs in Älvsjö. other shows, and there’s a wide May
Outdoors Wilderness Fair (Mar). range of places to eat. Gröna Round Lidingö Race (2nd Sat
Held at Stockholm International Lund’s beautiful gardens include in May). This long-distance
Fairs in Älvsjö, this exhibition 30,000 pansies and 25,000 sailing race attracts hundreds
focuses on camping, tourism summer flowers. of boats of all shapes and sizes.
and outdoor equipment. Stockholm Culture Night Archipelago Fair (late May).
(end of Apr). Stockholm’s main This is the fair for all those
cultural institutions come looking to sell, purchase or
together to organize a series exchange their leisure boats.
of free events throughout Elite Race (last weekend in May).
the city, including concerts, Trotting competition at Solvalla
parties and guided tours. Many with top horses from all over
museums, galleries and libraries the world.
stay open until midnight. Kungsträdgården (late May).
Walpurgis Night at Skansen The programme of summer
(30 Apr). Traditional celebra tions entertainment in the park
to welcome the arrival of spring starts on the main stage.
with massed standard bearers, Gärdet Race (late May or early
folk dancing, torch light proces- Jun). Over 500 vintage cars take
sion, student choirs, bonfire part in this race around the city.
and fireworks. As part of the festivities, there
Enjoying the first sunny weather of the King’s Birthday (30 Apr). are food stands, music shows
spring at Djurgårdsbrunnsviken The king is greeted at Kungliga and a classic boat show.
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