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Arts & Culture

Your guide to music, performing arts, literature, film and exhibitions in Gothenburg.

Art

Gothenburg has a vibrant art scene with something for every taste. Discover everything from classic Nordic art at the Gothenburg Museum of Art to contemporary exhibitions at Röda Sten Konsthall and gallery districts like Götaplatsen and Majorna. The city is also home to a wealth of public art – perfect for exploring by foot.

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Exhibitions

The museums in Gothenburg house an array of temporary exhibitions each year. We gather current ones here for you to pick and choose. The mix includes everything from large museums to smaller art galleries or venues.

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Mar14
The fermentation tanks inside the brewery in Jonsered

Guided brewery tour and beer tasting

Beer tasting and brewery tour
Mar 14–May 30
Poppels brewery
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What’s on in March in Gothenburg?
Mar27
Illustration of Alfie and Viktor

Easter break activities

Easter fun at Alfie Atkins Cultural house
Alfie Atkins’ Cultural Centre
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Fairs

In Gothenburg you'll find fairs that attract both industry professionals and curious visitors from all over the world. The city provides modern arenas and inspiring meeting places, which, combined with the city's restaurants, Entertainment, and cultural offerings, create perfect conditions for a successful fair visit.

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Festivals

Join the party at the many festivals held year round in Gothenburg. Take in exciting sport events, listen to world class music or celebrate culture and diversity.

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Film

At the start of each year cineasts from around the world come to visit Göteborg Film Festival, an event that has grown larger by the year since the start in 1979. Gothenburg also offers an array of small and large films throughout the year.

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Cinema

Biografen Roy
Mar27
Illustration of Alfie and Viktor

Easter break activities

Easter fun at Alfie Atkins Cultural house
Alfie Atkins’ Cultural Centre
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Films shot in Gothenburg
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Music & concerts

The iconic Ullevi arena, the world-renowned Way Out West festival, the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra, and the heavy metal movement known as “The Gothenburg Sound” – Gothenburg offers fantastic music and concerts all year round.

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Theatre & performing arts

Gothenburg offers everything from children's performances and stand up to magnificent operas and international hits. Have a browse through the selection of performing arts and head out into the night.

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People standing outside the theatre.

Venue for contemporary theatre

Folkteatern
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Några personer som står framför en monter på ett museum och tittar på föremålen.
Cultural events in Gothenburg
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Opera house

The Göteborg Opera
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