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Autumn in Gothenburg can mean wonderful days under cloudless skies and colourful leaves. It can…
By: Sebastian Frank
Cinema
Northern Ireland has their Game of Thrones, and New Zealand their Lord of the Rings.…
By: Redaktionen
Gothenburg’s autumn is a magical time! Something that always enhances an already exciting season are…
What happens during Göteborg Film Festival? How do I find my way to Järntorget? And…
By: Amanda Båmstedt
Film festival
Jan 26–Feb 4 2024
Culture centre
Cinema and culture stage
Music festival
Aug 8–10 2024
Don’t miss out on one of Sweden’s most unique festivities. Swedish Midsummer is celebrated in…
On September 1-4 it’s time for the Gothenburg Culture Festival! Visit the festival site at…
Jazz, pop, punk or blues? Gothenburg’s live venues have something for everyone. The following spots…
Christmas concert
Dec 19–20
World-famous concert hall
Concert venue, bar and nightclub
Art gallery
Gothenburg has a lot to offer and sometimes it’s hard to choose between all the…
Frihamnen, the free-port, is both a new and an old part of the city, located…
Contemporary art
Kungsportsavenyen, commonly known as Avenyn, stretches from the bridge Kungsportsbron by the canal to Götaplatsen…
Art Gallery
Art museum
Photo exhibition
Dec 5–30
Cultural center
Are you going to visit the Gothenburg Book Fair this autumn? We’ve put together your…
By: Ines Santos
Fair
Feb 17–18 2024
Literary festival
Sep 26–29 2024
Library
Christmas break activities
Dec 5 2023–Jan 8 2024
Conference and banquet hall
In the summer of 2023, Gothenburg celebrated 400 years with the Jubilee Festival in June.…
By: Emma Backman
New year's celebration
December 31
New Year's Eve Celebration
Leave the planning to us, all you need to do is follow the itinerary below…
American restaurant
There are many amazing ways to celebrate New year’s eve in Gothenburg. Enjoy a fancy…
After a day among the cosy streets in the Haga neighbourhood, shopping in the city…
Nightclub
Planning your summer vacation, but not sure where to go? Let’s give you five good…
Christmas show
Dec 6–22
Bar
About performing arts
Opera house
In Gothenburg you’ll find an abundance of exciting art museums, cultural events and world-class food.…
Show, Christmas buffet
Dec 6–16
Theatre for youngsters
Show restaurant
Theatre
Whether you are passionate about traditional painting, avant-garde installations or just enjoy going to openings…
Tudor-inspired castle
Exhibition
Dec 5 2023–Jan 2 2025
Science museum
This month, Gothenburg offers two world championships, a music festival, Christmas markets, light walks, and…
Museum
Gothenburg is a great destination for families with small children. Here you’ll find Scandinavia’s largest…
Kronhusjul - Christmas at Kronhuset
Dec 15–17
Dec 5 2023–Jan 31 2024
Fortress
Historic Tram ride
According to the founders Angelina and Pierre Edström, the selfie museum Milajki Style FactOH!ry can’t…
Bar, restaurant & boules
Dec 5 2023–Jan 7 2024
Escape room
January 27 2024
Rarely have there been so many reasons to celebrate summer at home in Gothenburg. In…
Coffee festival
Feb 24–25 2024
Art and music festival
Dec 8–10
Oriental dance and music festival
Outdoor Festival
April 27 2024