A massive crowd fills Götaplatsen during an outdoor concert. People stand packed in front of the stage, with the city’s iconic buildings—such as the Art Museum and the City Theatre—surrounding the square. The day is clear, and the whole area buzzes with a lively festival atmosphere. — Credits: Quadfoto

Near Göteborgskalaset 2026 – Gothenburg’s City Festival

A child is playing at Alfie Atkin's cultural centre in Gothenburg.

Children's Cultural Centre

Alfie Atkins’ Cultural Centre

In the Garden Society of Gothenburg you will find a whole house dedicated to Alfie Atkins. Here, children can play, learn and enjoy theatre.

Sausage kiosk

Sausage Haus

Sausage kiosk in the Nils Ericson terminal in Gothenburg serves artisanal sausages and international flavours. Sausage Haus is known for its Italian lamb sausage.

Blue crocuses in the foreground and a large white greenhouse, the Palm House, in the background.

19th century park

The Garden Society of Gothenburg

A beautiful garden located in the heart of the city.

Fine dining restaurant

Carbon

Modern fine dining in Gothenburg with charcoal-grilled dishes, seasonal ingredients and an intimate atmosphere. Restaurant Carbon offers a tasty experience beyond the ordinary.

Interior at restaurant Vrå. A round seating area and large windows.

ISO certified Japanese restaurant

Vrå

A strong focus on sustainability with inspiration from Japan and the delicacies of the west coast.

A bright second-hand store with clothes on various racks.

second hand-store

Stadsmissionen Arkaden

Second-hand shop in central Gothenburg, located in the shopping mall Arkaden. A selection of clothes and items that benefit both people and the planet.

Three girls playing an interactive game.

Activity centre

Activate Nordstan (opening soon)

Activate Nordstan is an interactive game and activity centre in Gothenburg where physical and digital challenges meet in exciting game experiences.

Two people appear to be aboard a spaceship and are walking around in a white, illuminated cube that rotates.

Museum

Paradox Museum Gothenburg

A museum of fascinating paradoxes, illusions and interactive experiences.

Greenhouse

The Palmhouse

Exotic plants and tropical warmth, located in the Garden Society of Gothenburg.

Boutique hotel in the city centre

Hotel Pigalle

A boutique hotel in the heart of Gothenburg.

A world of illusions

Challenge your mind at Paradox Museum Gothenburg

Mar 8–Nov 21

Paradox Museum Gothenburg

Illustration of Alfie and Viktor

Easter break activities

Easter fun at Alfie Atkins Cultural house

Mar 27–Apr 12

Alfie Atkins’ Cultural Centre

A picture of a large area with many people doing various experiments. A stage is visible in the background.

Popular science festival for everyone

The Gothenburg International Science Festival 2026

Apr 17–19

Nordstan

Choir singing from the balcony.

Choir Chorus Acusticus performs

Walpurgis celebration with choral singing from Hôtel Eggers’ balcony

April 30

Hotel Eggers

Poster featuring an illustration of a basketball player. Text in the image: Gothenburg Basketball Festival.

Basketball festival

Gothenburg Basketball Festival

May 14–17

Gothenburg

A massive crowd fills Götaplatsen during an outdoor concert. People stand packed in front of the stage, with the city’s iconic buildings—such as the Art Museum and the City Theatre—surrounding the square. The day is clear, and the whole area buzzes with a lively festival atmosphere.

Free and open to everyone

Göteborgskalaset 2026 – Gothenburg’s City Festival

Aug 27–30

Gothenburg

World's Largest Youth Floorball Tournament

Gothia Cup Innebandy 2027

Jan 3–6 2027

Gothenburg