One month down and eleven more months of fun ahead of us! February isn’t just about Valentine’s Day – there’s a full calendar of events waiting for you!
Stockholm Design Week
Stockholm Design Week is dedicated to all the latest trends in Scandinavian Design – so here’s your chance to check out the latest in home furnishings, lighting, and all the other design areas where Swedes excel. There are a multitude of events, with two of the biggest being held at Stockholm Mässan.
Where: Stockholm Mässan, Mässvägen 1, Älvsjö
When: 3-9 February, Vendors: Tues – Fri 09.00-18.00, Public: Sat 10.00 – 17.00
Damage: 15 years and up 140 SEK; children 7-14 years 20 SEK; under 6 years free
Contact: 08 749 41 00
Email: [email protected]
Supermarket Art Fair
This international Art Fair is run by the artists themselves, so you’re in for a treat. The goal of the fair is to showcase artists from around the world and create new networks into the Swedish as well as the international art scene.
Where: Kulturhuset, Sergelstorg, Stockholm
When: 14-16 February, Friday 11.00–22.00, Saturday & Sunday 11.00–20.00
Damage: One-day entrance 120 SEK; Weekend pass (3 day) 240 SEK; Students/Seniors 120 SEK; Children under 16 free
Contact: [email protected]
Avicii
Swedish Electronic dance Music sensation Avicii returns to Sweden for two solo gigs as part of the True Tour, taking the stage at the Tele2 Arena. This is Avicci’s first appearance on a Swedish stage in more than two years so don’t miss out on this rare opportunity to catch one of the hottest Swedish acts around.
Where: Tele2 Arena, Arenaslingan 14, Johanneshov
When: 28 – 1 March
Damage: 260 – 485 SEK
Culinary Södermalm
This is one for the foodies. It kicked off in January and runs through October and is a great chance to experience the astounding variety of cuisine on offer on Stockholm’s hip south side.
Where: Södermalm
When: January – October
Damage: 695 SEK
Contact: [email protected]
Phone: 08 120 57578
National Geographic Speaker Series
In celebration of their 125-year anniversary National Geographic is offering a four-part series of talks at the Stockholm Waterfront Building. The series features five fascinating individuals who embody the ethos of the National Geographic Society: inspiring people to care about our planet. The series kicks off in February with K2: Danger and Desire on the Savage Mountain.
Where: Nils Ericsons Plan 4, Stockholm, Stockholm Waterfront Building
When: Monday, 3 February, 19.00
Damage: 395 SEK
Contact: 08 5050 6000
Dream Theater
Legendary Swedish rockers Dream Theater will be playing Stockholm’s Globe Arena’s Annexet in support of their self-titled 12th studio album. Expect this seasoned band to run through the greats from their back catalogue as well as the newer hits.
Where: Globe Arena’s Annexet, Globentorget 2, Johanneshov
When: 22 February
Damage: 560 SEK
Contact: 08 600 91 00
Jfokus 2014
This is a conference for everyone who works with Java – and since this is Sweden that means it’s sure to be well-attended. The conference features speakers, networking and training sessions that will keep the computer geek in you up to date and satisfied.
Where: Nils Ericsons Plan 4, Stockholm, Stockholm Waterfront Building
When: 3-5 February
Damage: 5 695 SEK
Contact: [email protected]
Syfestivalen – Sewing Festival
The Sewing festival comes to Stockholm twice a year – in February and then in October and it’s a great treat for those interested in sewing, knitting, weaving or any of the other areas that fall under the rather wide net cast by the Sewing Festival. You can buy textiles, machines, and other implements, as well as talk with the hundreds of vendors and gain information on specialists from across the country.
Where: Stockholm Mässan, Mässvägen1, Älvsjö
When: 14 – 16 February
Damage: 220 SEK
Contact: 040-18 69 24
Email: [email protected]
Stockholm International Antiques Fair
The International Antiques Fair has been running since 1978 and doesn’t show any signs of letting up – if anything it’s more popular than ever and is a fantastic chance to see – and buy – antiques from across Sweden as well as from around the world. With more than 250 exhibitors you’re sure to find an expert to talk to, an author you admire or that perfect addition to your sitting room.
Where: Stockholm Mässan, Mässvägen 1, Älvsjö
When: 13 – 16 February; Thurs 11.00 – 19.00; Fri & Sat 10.00 – 18.00; Sun 10.00 – 17.00
Damage: Adults 130 SEK; 13- 18 years 50 SEK; under 12 years free
Contact: 08 749 41 00
Email: [email protected]
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