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Poster for the musical Miss Saigon featuring a woman surrounded by flowing red, orange, and yellow fabrics. The title 'Miss Saigon' is prominently displayed.
Musical
Miss Saigon

An unforgettable musical experience.

Place:The Göteborg Opera
Mar17
Håkan Hellström, black/white, singing
Concert at Scandinavium
Håkan Hellström

After this summer’s historic Ullevi concerts, it’s now confirmed that Håkan Hellström is returning to Gothenburg. On March 19 and 20, 2026, he will take the stage at Scandinavium with his first indoor tour in ten years.

Place:Scandinavium
Mar19
Children at Gothenburg Museum of Art.
Free admission to Gothenburg’s museums
Museum Day

Discover the city´s history, secrets of the sea, iconic design, Picasso and Van Gogh. Gothenburg’s museums offer unlimited experiences for young and old alike. Free admission to Gothenburg’s museums on Saturday, March 21.

Place:Gothenburg
Mar21
A Liseberg rabbit and a family with children sitting by the ice rink, tying their skates.
Children’s winter activities
Winter in Kaninlandet

Kaninlandet is now open every weekend, all year round!

Place:Liseberg amusement park
Mar21
Götaplatsen and Poseidon in an orange glow, players can be seen from behind and a flash of lightning from the sky
Quarter-finals in ice hockey
Frölunda HC playoffs 2026

Experience the SHL playoffs live in Scandinavium arena!

Place:Scandinavium
Mar23
Hard rock and metal festival
Gothenburg Rock Riot 2026

Gothenburg Rock Riot is back! Metalheads – on 28 March, the festival once again takes over Åby Arena in Mölndal for a new, brutal edition of Gothenburg Rock Riot!

Place:Åby Arena
Mar28
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Famous for Volvo, magical archipelago islands and world class seafood, Gothenburg is the largest non-capital in the Nordics and located on the beautiful west coast of Sweden.

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Gothenburg is filled with historic sites, majestic archipelago scenery and family-friendly museums.

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Gothenburg for the whole family

Gothenburg is an absolutely wonderful city for children, families, and our four-legged friends. Here, we've gathered the best experiences and activities for the little ones, along with the city's many family-friendly restaurants and hotels.

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15 events

There’s always something going on in Gothenburg. In our popular events calendar, you'll find a great variety of events on the city’s stages, arenas and parks.

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Retrospective art exhibition
Lillhagen in colour
Mar 17–Apr 12
Place:Göteborgs stadsmuseum
A world of illusions
Challenge your mind at Paradox Museum Gothenburg
Mar 17–Nov 21
Place:Paradox Museum Gothenburg
A display stand with models of Volvo vehicles.
Exhibition of Volvo Scale Models
Volvo Scale Models – Through the Years
Mar 17–Dec 30
Place:World of Volvo
Landshövdingehus, colored postcard
Upplev ikoniska byggnader
Exhibition Landshövdingehus 150 years
Mar 17–Dec 30
Place:Göteborgs stadsmuseum
Art Exhibition
Trinidad Carrillo and Olle Norås. The Stena Foundation Culture Scholarship 2025
Mar 17–29
Place:Gothenburg Museum of Art
The exhibition The Collective with illustrations. Text in image: The Collective Picture Book illustration from Finland.
Finnish picture-book art
Kollektivet – Picture Book Illustration from Finland
Mar 17–Apr 19
Place:Nordic Watercolour museum
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Day trips

Explore the picturesque archipelago islands, visit the region’s beautiful castles, or hike along the scenic trails.

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