Culture & performing arts
Reflections in Kungsparken, 29 November 2025 – 14 February 2026
When darkness falls, Kungsparken goes wild! It’s not just the trams that light up the evening – the park itself comes alive with artworks that make it shimmer and shine.
Svansjön, 3 December
Swan Lake takes over Partille Arena when the International Festival Ballet and The Festival Symphoniker visit Gothenburg. Experience Tchaikovsky’s immortal masterpiece with magnificent scenography, brilliant dancers and a live orchestra. A classic ballet experience!
Levande julkrubba, 4-6 December
For a few days, the Domkyrkoplanen is transformed into Bethlehem. The Christmas Gospel is presented in the form of a Christmas play – a story with musical elements, real people and animals.
Music and festivals
Cradle of Filth, 1 December
Pitch black, theatrical, hard – Cradle of Filth returns to Sweden for two exclusive concerts, which are guaranteed to burn deep into the soul. With the new album “The Screaming Of The Valkyries” behind them and a career spanning over three decades in their veins, Dani Filth and his entourage are still hard to beat live.
Gothenburg’s Lucia at Feskekörka, 12 December
On December 12, the iconic Feskekörka will be filled with beautiful voices as Gothenburg’s Lucia Choir creates a warm and festive atmosphere inside this unique venue.
Gothenburg’s Lucia with Lucia parade from World of Volvo, 13 December
Beautiful choral singing, sparkling lights, and a magical atmosphere on Avenyn and Götaplatsen in Gothenburg. Vehicles from the past and present escort Gothenburg’s Lucia along Avenyn, Gothenburg’s main boulevard. Gothenburg’s Lucia, offers warmth and Christmas spirit with a concert at Götaplatsen.
Sports & athletics
Sweden vs. Slovenia 1 December
On December 1, a new chapter in Gothenburg’s sports history will be written as the Swedish men’s national basketball team makes its Scandinavium debut – in a World Cup qualifier against Slovenia.
Becksvart – Pitch-black, 5 December
Becksvart invites you to a pitch-black adventure – a 6 or 12 kilometres night trail run over roots and rocks, with nothing but your head torch and reflective markers to light the way.
UEFA Conference League, 11 December
Welcome to Gamla Ullevi when BK Häcken plays league games in the UEFA Conference League. Take the chance and experience international club football up close!
Sylvesterloppet Göteborg, 31 December
A ten-kilometer round in central Gothenburg on New Year’s Eve itself! The Sylvester race takes place at Heden at 12:00. The course is flat and crowd-friendly and invites fast steps for those who want to. Everyone who completes the race receives a medal and has a chance to win raffle prizes.
Family, fun & food
Kronhusjul 2025, 27 November – 21 December
Kronhusjul welcomes you to a unique Christmas market inside the historic Kronhuset and the cosy Kronhusbodarna – right in the heart of Gothenburg’s old town.
Christmas in Haga old town, 29 November – 22 December
On one of Gothenburg’s cosiest streets, Haga Nygata, both market stalls and existing merchants come together. Here, you’ll find crafts, design, delicacies and everything related to Christmas. There’s also music entertainment and activities for the kids. The market is open from November 30, and will be open during four Advent weekends until December 22.
Christmas at Liseberg Park, 15 November – 30 December
On November 15, the gates to Christmas at Liseberg Park will open. An enchanting and snow-proof winter that will last longer than ever before, all the way until December 30. This year, Christmas at Liseberg Park also celebrates its 25th anniversary.
The Christmas Tram, 6 December
This event, organised by Göteborgs Stadsmission in collaboration with Spårvägssällskapet Ringlinien, takes place on board a vintage tram and collects Christmas presents for families with children living in poverty. As always, well-known Swedish personalities will be aboard the tram to receive your donations. Mulled wine and gingerbread biscuits will also be served at the stops.
The Nutcracker – family show, 12-20 December
Gothenburg’s most magical Christmas production, featuring dancers from the Royal Swedish Ballet and the Swedish Youth Ballet, alongside the Göteborg Opera Orchestra. Bring the whole family to a performance brimming with classical ballet, a spell-binding story, and the true spirit of Christmas.
GP’s New Year’s fireworks, 31 December
The spectacular show can be seen from several places with a good view around the city, such as for example around the quays on the mainland side from the Göteborg Opera towards Stenpiren and even further west.
Sneak peak: 2026
Major events in Gothenburg 2025 and 2026: Concerts, sports and festivals
Gothenburg always offers exciting events – all year round. From film festivals and running celebrations to equestrian sports, music festivals and cultural highlights, there’s something for everyone to discover.
