The Gothenburg Book Fair – the largest cultural event in the Nordic Region

Autumn in Gothenburg wouldn’t be complete without the renowned Gothenburg Book, this year celebrating its 40th edition on September 26–29. It’s the perfect opportunity to discover new literature, meet your favourite authors and explore Gothenburg with your bookclub, booktok friends, an fellow book lovers travelling to the city for this unmissable event.

The Göteborg Opera offers a mix of musicals, classical opera, and gala performances

This year, the iconic opera house by the river Göta älv, celebrates its 30th anniversary! The festivities will take place on October 5–6, with a gala performance featuring all art forms on stage – opera, musicals, dance, and orchestral music. If you’re in to maximalist scenography, you shouldn’t miss the Swedish premiere of the musical Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, based on Roald Dahl’s classic. It opens September 21, starring Ola Salo as the confectionery inventor Willy Wonka. For those who prefer a masterful opera experience, Bizet’s seductive Carmen will be performed from August 24–October 12, and Puccini’s love triangle drama Tosca from September 26–October 13, 2024.

Art exhibitions at museums and galleries

This autumn, Gothenburg offers a rich array of exciting exhibitions across its museums and galleries. The Gothenburg Museum of Art shows the beloved visual worlds of Ilon Wikland, the Röhsska Museum of Design & Craft opens a new major exhibition feauturing Scandinavian design icons, opening on November 9. Don’t forget to explore the city’s many art galleries showcasing av mix of local and international, contemporary art.

Gothenburg Concert Hall: Home to the Swedish national orchestra

Located at Götaplatsen, Gothenburg Concert Hall is the home of the Swedish national orchestra, the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra. Each year, the orchestra performs around 100 concerts, featuring international star conductors, choirs, and world-renowned soloists. This autumn’s programme includes Mozart’s Requiem (September 25–28), Verdi’s Macbeth (October 30), as well as family-friendly concerts, and even yoga concerts.

Find even more cultural events in our eventscalendar!