Things to do in Stockholm this weekend

What defines this summer more than the Football World Cup? When Sweden are playing, all of Stockholm is expected to turn into a huge football party, but throughout the tournament matches will be shown in bars around the city. In this guide we tip you off about where you can watch the World Cup in Stockholm, and here we've gathered places that will be staying open extra late when Sweden play at night. Go Blues and Yellows!

No summer without Grönan Live! Sweden's longest-running music festival takes over Gröna Lund from May to September and offers live performances for every taste, with only the sky as the roof. This weekend, it's time for Thomas Stenström and Hemliga Klubben to take to the stage and soundtrack the summer evening. With Gröna Kortet you get entry to all concerts on both the main and the small stage. 

For six summer weeks, you'll have the chance to design your very own ice cream stick, as Magnum's acclaimed “pleasure store” has once again arrived in Stockholm. At the pop-up shop on Sturegatan 19, visitors can choose between different ice cream flavours that are dipped in Belgian chocolate and topped with ingredients such as crystals, pearls and caramelised nuts. Only your ice-cream imagination sets the limits.

Golfbaren's summer courses in Kristineberg, Nacka Strand and Aspudden are open for the season. You'll find mini golf in leafy surroundings, refreshing drinks, street food and outdoor seating bathed in sunshine. If you want to combine a bit of activity with a generally chilled vibe, drop by for a round or two.

Kulturhuset Stadsteatern's summer tradition, Parkteatern, is underway for the season, of which 45 venues around Stockholm are now acting as arenas for various cultural events. This year, a total of 256 performances await, ranging from drag queens and improvisational theatre to dance, election-themed revue and live music. Best of all? All events are completely free and require no advance booking! Perfect if you want to experience culture in a relaxed and accessible way.

Hornstull's market is a true sign of spring, with crowds of sun-seeking visitors hanging out on the big staircase, eating something tasty from the food trucks and hunting for bargains among new and old items. This weekend marks its opening.

The walking food experience concept YumWalk has now started with a fika safari – a full day in the spirit of fika, where participants get to discover Stockholm one sweet treat at a time. At your own pace you walk four kilometres through the city and visit fika establishments such as Kungarummet near Stadion, Cheesecake industrin in Hötorgshallen, Pralinhuset on Drottninggatan and Pilyo Café in Vasastan. Just as enjoyable for tourists as for locals who love fika.

By the water at Stadsgårdskajen you'll find Fotografiska, renowned for its exhibitions with both established and new photographers from around the world. Right now it's showing the exhibition Martin Parr's Short & Sweet, The Eye of the Machine in the Hand of Man, created by eight different artists, Lotta Antonsson's I Am Everything, Lebohang Kganyane's Le Sale ka Kgotso and Joakim Möller's Time Isn't Holding Us.

Combine pleasure with knowledge and join a wine tasting in the charming cellar vaults of the Old Town. Taystas organises tastings with a variety of themes such as classic tasting, sparkling wine, and wine and cheese pairing. Guided by a knowledgeable sommelier, you'll learn about the basic flavours of wine, how to pair wine with food, and the methodology of tasting wine. Expect plenty of laughter and useful knowledge.

Explore the city through its culinary delights with Moveat, which arranges food walks directly from your mobile. All you need to do is download the app, select a neighbourhood, and discover 6–8 restaurants over 4–5 hours. All the information is available in the app, so you can take the stops in any order and at your own pace, without a pre-defined group or guide. The food walk takes you to both well-known places and hidden gems – and perhaps you'll discover a new favourite restaurant? The price includes food at all stops. Drinks are purchased separately.

The Big Ben pub in Södermalm has a laughter guarantee every day. The basement hosts stand-up comedy every evening of the week, where people flock to laugh along with both famous and unknown comedians. Advance booking is recommended, as weekend performances often sell out.

Summer is the season for outdoor flea markets, and in Stockholm, there are many to choose from. Are you looking for something new (or old) for your home, wardrobe, or bookshelf? Then you should check out our guide to the best flea markets in Stockholm. In it, you'll find everything from charming boot sales to trendy markets in the heart of the city.

At the beginning of September, Cliff Barnes Distillery in Vasastan launched its direct sales. This means that every Saturday from midday–2.30pm, you can take a distillery tour that includes two tastings, after which you can purchase spirits such as gin, aquavit, and liqueurs from the cellar distillery. 

During the summer, Reisen is running a delightful after-work concept, at least if you ask anyone who likes oysters and bubbles – and who doesn't? Every Friday from 4-8pm you can enjoy the view from Skeppsbron with a glass of sparkling wine in hand and four different kinds of oysters on the platter.

The German artist Carsten Höller's artwork Stockholm Slides consists of two parallel, spiral slides that run from the roof of the Moderna Museet down to Slupskjulsvägen. Go up, slide down, and experience art in a whole new way as you ride the 39-metre-long slide. Free rides are included in the museum entrance price.

Want to keep up with all the fun happenings in Stockholm coming up? Then check out our calendar where we gather events for all tastes and preferences. You can also inform us Here if we've missed out on any exciting events.