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Both winter and summer could be the best time to visit Sweden. January to March is the right time for watching the Northern Lights, ice skating, and dogsledding. Late April celebrations mark the beginning of Swedish summer with longer and warmer days. May to September is the perfect time for outdoor activities from birdwatching to timber rafting. Well, summer months see more crowds and mosquitos all over the country. Up north, autumn can show up in late August (make sure to taste some surströmming, you won't forget its smell!), and the first snow is even possible in September. Anyway, chilly autumn months will hypnotize you with migrating birds and Gotland's roses in bloom. December brings celebratory atmosphere with glogg, lussekatt buns, and ginger biscuits.

66 things to do in Sweden

Kräftskiva: Crayfish Party

August Food

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

Boating

May–October Activity

Rent a boat and see Sweden from the water

Night Golf

June–August Activity

Golf has become one of the most popular sports in Sweden recently. In summer, ​you can play it even during the night!

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!

White Water Rafting

June–August Activity

Summer is a perfect time for this exciting sport

Paddling

March–September Activity

Sweden is a paradise for paddling, especially its West Coast!

The Talking Christmas Lamp

December Event

The city of Malmo is known for its unusual Christmas decorations

WOW: Way Out West

August 8-10, 2024 Event

One of the biggest music festivals in Sweden

St Martin's Day

November 11 Event

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

Autumn

September–November Weather

If you don't mind some rain, the first two months are still good for a visit

Glogg

November–January Food

Swedish mulled wine with raisins, cinammon, and almonds!

Ice Climbing

November–April Activity

Northern of Sweden has all that it takes to have a fantastic ice climbing experience!

National Day

June 6 Event

A day of many picnics and joyful partying

The Øresund Bridge

all year round (best April–October) Activity

The iconic part bridge and part tunnel, which connects Denmark and Sweden

Pickled Herring

December 24–December 25 Food

A typical Christmas dish made of fermented herring with sugar and onions

Swedish Bandy

September–May Event

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

Lobster Season

late September–December Food

Eat what you catch!

Highschool Graduation

May–June Event

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

Lussekatt Buns

December 6–December 13 Food

Lussekatt buns are typical saffron treats served on St. Lucia Day

Dogsledding in Swedish Lapland

December–April Activity

Experience one of the most famous adventures of Lapland!

Winter

December, January, February Weather

Snow, frost and darkness is compensated by Northern Lights and wonderful Christmas decorations

Old Tjikko

July–August Nature

The oldest known tree in Europe at 9,550 years looks after the harsh tundra and glaciers of Scandinavia

Sigtunarännet

February 19, 2023 Event

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

Diving

April–December Activity

Dive the Swedish Baltic Sea and discover all 10,000 shipwrecks at the bottom!

Midsummer (Midsommar)

June 21–22, 2024 Event

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

Hiking and Trekking

May–September Activity

Sweden is a great destination for hiking with tons of variety

St Lucia Day

December 12–December 13 Event

One of the celebrations that light up the gloomy winter season

Vätternrundan: the Cycle of a Lifetime!

June 14-15, 2024 Event

Join the cycle of high prestige! Prove that you are tough enough to make it

Northern Lights

September–March Nature

Polar lights is a natural phenomenon​ that creates magical sights and emotions for anyone around

Gotland Pelt Sheep

April–August Nature

Gotland is so proud of their sheep that it is featured on the flag! Moreover, these sheep​ are unique and insanely cute

The Island of Roses

September–November Nature

Gotland's roses bloom even in late November. The perfect destination for those who want to be enchanted in the middle of a gloomy season

Migrating Birds at Falsterbo

mid-August–late October Nature

Witness over 100,000 birds pass Falstebro on their way south!

Lundakarnevalen or Lund Carnival

May 2026 Event

Lund is one of the most intense student towns of Sweden. Every four years its intensity and level of fun rise well above the maximum!

Melodifestivalen

February 3-March 9, 2024 Event

This is one of the few cases when something bad is so bad that it becomes cool

Spring

March, April, May Weather

Lush nature and plenty of sun make this season great for a visit

Flowers of Lapland

mid June–early September Nature

Lapland is not only home to Santa Clause but also to beautiful flowers

Honey

May–September Food

Sweden is famous for its organic honey

Tree House Hotel

April–October Activity

Many of us dreamed when we were kids to live in a perfect treehouse. Now we have our chance

Göta Canal Season

May–September Activity

Sweden's 190 km Blue Ribbon attracts around two million tourists yearly

Land of the Midnight Sun

June–August Nature

Have you ever dreamed of making these wonderful summer days longer? Here is your chance!

Surströmming or Sour Herring

late August–early September Food

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

UFO Treehotel

year round (best December–March, June–September) Activity

Climb aboard a spaceship and meditate among the trees

Skiing in Sweden

December–June Activity

Swedes adore skiing! No matter where you go—to the mountains up north or the city—you will simply love it!

Biking

April–late October Activity

Sweden is famous for its sustainable outlook so biking here is elevated to a new level!

Ice Hotel

December–February Activity

The hotel is rebuilt every year, offering a unique experience every time you visit!

Birdwatching

March–May Activity

The rich variety of topographies of the Lulea archipelago attracts many different kinds of birds to Northern Scandinavia

Marking the Reindeer

June–July Activity

For Sami, the people who live in Northern Lapland, reindeer means life itself

Påskmust

March 31, 2024 Food

Sweden has its own Easter coke!

Storsjön Lake Ice Road

January–April Activity

One of the most spectacular seasonal roads will give you a little shiver on your back

Walpurgis Eve: Sista April

April 30 Event

The night when winter officially ends is celebrated with a champagne breakfast and huge bonfire in Uppsala and Lund

Skåne Yellow Spring

May Nature

Skåne is Sweden's southern region which boasts endless yellow fields among typical red houses

Summer

June, July, August Weather

With plenty of light during the day and night, it's a favourite season for locals and visitors

Frost 'Flowers'

November–February Nature

The most unusual "flowers" that "bloom" only in winter

Safran Season

December 1–December 13 Food

With Lucia approaching, safran is all around! Enjoy!

Timber Rafting

June–August Activity

Build your own timber raft and sail the Klaralven river like Tom Sawyer and Hucklebery Fin!

Fishing

April–November Activity

With more than 100,000 lakes and 200 km of rivers, fishing in Sweden is a dream come true!

Blue Hours

December | June Nature

Your next favourite hours! This magical occurance is unique for Nordic countries

Christmas Markets in Sweden

late November–December Event

Swedish Christmas markets convey heart-melting Scandinavian holiday traditions

Sweden Rock Festival

June 5-8, 2024 Event

Iconic heavy metal and hard rock heaven in Sölvesborg

Halloween

early October–early November Event

Discover Sweden's dark and scary secrets

Stockholm New Year's Eve

December 31 Event

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

New Year's Eve

December 31–January 1 Event

Celebrate the best New Year of your life in a Swedish winter wonderland

Yule Goat

December 1–24, 2024 Event

A giant goat statue made of straw is erected on the first day of Advent

Stockholm Jazz Festival

October 11-20, 2024 Event

The largest jazz festival in Sweden!

Gothenburg Christmas Markets

mid-November–late December Event

Every winter Gothenburg transforms into a winter wonderland and dazzles with holiday lights

Stockholm Film Festival

November 6–17, 2024 Event

One of Europe's leading film festivals

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