Upcoming events
The world’s largest half marathonMay23Göteborgsvarvet 2026On May 23, Göteborgsvarvet returns – 21 kilometres of running and a world-class city celebration that spreads joy to both runners and spectators.
Waterside festivalMay29Gothenburg DocksFrom May 29–31 , several events will take place at Lindholmen and Eriksberg under the name Gothenburg Docks. Classic cars, boats, street food and more.
Motor-festival extra everythingMay30Gothenburg Classic Car WeekendFrom May 30–31 2026, Gothenburg welcomes the second edition of the Gothenburg Classic Car Weekend.
Boats, accessories and technologyMay29Gothenburg’s Floating Boat ShowAt the end of May 2026, everyone with a passion for the sea, the coast and boating is welcomed to a brand-new floating boat show.
Design, music and cultureMay29Livlig MarketLivlig Market is a three-day hub for design, crafts, music, and culture at Kronhuset. Over the weekend, established brands and independent creators come together for unique experiences and live performances.
Exhibition - sharks in cold watersMay22Sharks, Camera, Action!Join nature filmmaker Christina Karliczek Skoglund on a journey beneath the surface – from the coast of Bohuslän to the depths of Greenland.
Live at LisebergJun3Empire of the SunThey are one of Australia’s most visionary musical projects and have captivated millions with their euphoric fusion of electronic pop and surreal stage performances. It has been fifteen years since they last visited Sweden, and on June 3 the cosmic pop duo Empire of the Sun will finally take to Stora Scenen.
Cheerleading - Student World ChampionshipsJun52026 FISU World University Championships CheerleadingThe world’s best university cheerleading teams are coming to Gothenburg for the first FISU World University Championships in cheerleading ever held in Sweden.
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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.
