Upcoming events

people dancing
Dance performance
Hammer

Alexander Ekman’s hit show is back.

Place:The Göteborg Opera
Feb23
Gothenburg Horse Show at Scandinavium in Gothenburg
Equestrian competitions
Gothenburg Horse Show 2025

Be prepared for celebration and spectacular sport, when the best riders and audience in the world meet up at Scandinavium!

Place:Scandinavium
Feb19
John Martin, The Destruction of Pompeii and Herculaneum, Tabley House Collection.
Art exhibition
Apocalypse: From Last Judgement to Climate Threat 

Ruined cities, violent volcanic eruptions and melting glaciers. Gothenburg Museum of Art invites you to experience five centuries of dramatic doom’s day art.

Place:Gothenburg Museum of Art
Feb22
Coffee festival
Nordic Coffee Fest

The coffee festival returns to Gothenburg March 1–2 2025!

Place:Kajskjul 105, Frihamnen, Gothenburg
Mar1
Mini-festival - Culture & Inspiration
Första lördan

Experience the vibrant pulse of Västra Nordstan at Första lördan, a monthly event held on the first Saturday of every month!

Place:Kronhusparken
Mar1

Happening today

15 events

There’s always something going on in Gothenburg. In our popular events calendar, you'll find a great variety of events on the city’s stages, arenas and parks.

Yukimi
Concert at Nefertiti
Today
Place:Nefertiti
Gothenburg Horse Show at Scandinavium in Gothenburg
Equestrian competitions
Feb 19–23
Place:Scandinavium
Alfie Atkins with a friend
Winter holiday activities
Feb 19–Mar 2
Place:Alfie Atkins’ Cultural Centre
Sustainable architecture and design
Feb 19–23
Place:World of Volvo
World of Volvo from outside the building
Interactive exhibition
Feb 19–May 31
Place:World of Volvo
Exhibition
Feb 19–Aug 31
Place:The Maritime Museum and Aquarium
Drone photography over the inner city of Gothenburg, Sweden.

Embrace the unique Gothenburg vibe

Famous for Volvo, magical archipelago islands and world class seafood, Gothenburg is the largest non-capital in the Nordics and located on the beautiful west coast of Sweden.

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Winter season in Gothenburg

Come to Gothenburg this winter season for some adventure during the snowy and cold days.

Amazing bars, cafes and restaurants

Fresh seafood from the nearby sea, Scandinavia's finest craft beer, and the world's most famous cinnamon bun.

Sights & Attractions

Gothenburg is filled with historic sites, majestic archipelago scenery and family-friendly museums.

Gothenburg for the whole family

Gothenburg is an absolutely wonderful city for children, families, and our four-legged friends. Here, we've gathered the best experiences and activities for the little ones, along with the city's many family-friendly restaurants and hotels.

Day trips

Explore the picturesque archipelago islands, visit the region’s beautiful castles, or hike along the scenic trails.

Neighbourhoods in Gothenburg

Must-see neighbourhoods, bustling shopping streets and former working class areas teeming with creativity – discover more of Gothenburg.

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