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Summer is the ideal time to visit Stockholm, as the warm weather allows for outdoor activities and vibrant celebrations, including Midsummer. In contrast, the rest of the year can be quite chilly and windy, making summer a much more pleasant experience for exploring the city. Spring (March to May) features blooming flowers and fewer crowds, while autumn (September to November) showcases stunning foliage and cultural events. Winter (December to February) transforms the city into a cozy wonderland, ideal for enjoying Christmas markets and winter sports.

20 things to do in Stockholm

Kräftskiva: Crayfish Party

August Food

Enjoy a jolly time eating crayfish with a chef's hat on!

Easter

April 20, 2025 Event

Easter in Sweden is full of traditions connected to the celebrations of spring, nature awakening, and family reunions—but with a twist!

St Martin's Day

November 11 Event

St Martin is a day of geese! People gather for huge festive meals and eat special food!

National Day

June 6 Event

A day of many picnics and joyful partying

Swedish Bandy

September–May Event

A wild mix of hockey and football is one of Sweden's favorite sports

Highschool Graduation

May–June Event

Don't be surprised if you see vans full of highschool kids waving and shouting to you

Sigtunarännet

February 18, 2024 Event

Follow the old Viking​ route on skates together with a crowd of enthusiasts like yourself

Midsummer (Midsommar)

June 21–22, 2024 Event

Originating from pagan times, this holiday is a celebration of everything summery and Swedish

St. Lucia Day

December 12–December 13 Event

One of the celebrations that light up the gloomy winter season

Honey

May–September Food

Sweden is famous for its organic honey

Surströmming or Sour Herring

late August–early September Food

Every country has its own weird food and Sweden is no exception

Påskmust

March 31, 2024 Food

Sweden has its own Easter coke!

Christmas Markets in Sweden

late November–December Event

Swedish Christmas markets convey heart-melting Scandinavian holiday traditions

Halloween

early October–early November Event

Discover Sweden's dark and scary secrets

Stockholm Christmas Markets

late November–late December Event

Soak up the merry and bright vibes of Christmas in Stockholm

Stockholm New Year's Eve

December 31 Event

Start your New Year with poetry or Swedish rock music in the heart of Stockholm

Cherry Blossom

March 29–April 28 Nature

Dive deeper into the cherry blossom beauty in the capital of Sweden

Lappis Scream

late August–early June Activity

Every Tuesday at 10 pm, everyone in the student complex in Stockholm opens their windows and screams for several minutes

Stockholm Jazz Festival

October 11-20, 2024 Event

The largest jazz festival in Sweden!

Stockholm Film Festival

November 6–17, 2024 Event

One of Europe's leading film festivals

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