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What’s on in Sweden: August 29 – September 4

What’s on in Sweden: August 29th – September 4th. World class choir and Snoop Dogg in Stockholm; Aero Show in Gothenburg; pop festival and fashion bazaar in Malmö

Published: 28 August 2008 14:23 CEST

What’s on in Sweden: August 29 - September 4

Snoop Dogg, Aziza Brahim, Eric Gadd

STOCKHOLM

Baltic Sea Festival

For the sixth consecutive year Stockholm’s Berwaldhallen plays host to the Baltic Sea Festival – a ten-day “musical symbol as a uniting force and belief for the future.”

This ambitious claim is supported by a concert programme including world class classical music from across the globe including Russia’s Mariinsky Theatre Orchestra, the Latvian National Symphony Orchestra and Sweden’s own Swedish Radio Choir.

Price: From 50-695 kronor

Location: Berwaldhallen, venues across Stockholm & around the Baltic Sea

Time: Thursday August 21st-Saturday August 30th

Tickets: www.ticnet.se

More information: www.sr.se

Snoop Dogg

Veteran west coast rapper Snoop Dogg plays Stockholm and the elegant landmark venue of Berns on Tuesday.

Despite earning a reported $16 million in 2007 Snoop Dogg is not in a charitable mood with tickets priced at 730 kronor – but how often does the chance to see one of the true hip hop greats come around.

Price: 730 kronor

Location: Berns Salonger, Berzelli Park

Tickets: www.ticnet.se

Time: Tuesday September Friday August 22nd

More information: www.berns.se

Popaganda

The annual Popaganda festival retains the feeling of summer as autumn nears with 20 acts performing on its Eriksdalsbadet stage this weekend.

US acts Hercules and Love Affair and Kelley Polar, French crooner Sebastien Tellier, and Brazilian baile funk group Bondo do Role, combine with home-based festival stalwarts Bob Hund, Teddybears STHLM and the Shout Out Louds to entertain the Södermalm crowd.

Just to ensure that the festival doesn’t get out of hand the organisers have kindly compiled a list of forbidden items – but don’t let this put you off, who needs an umbrella – it ain’t going to rain, right?

Price: 280/495 kronor for a one/two day ticket

Location: Eriksdalsbadet, Hammarby slussv. 20

Time: Friday August 29th – Saturday August 30th

Tickets: www.tickster.com

More information: www.popaganda.se

GOTHENBURG

Gothenburg Aero Show

Welcome to the Gothenburg Aero Show – an aviation event for the whole family. Displays, exhibitions and activities for the whole family featuring jet planes, helicopters, double-deckers and lots more…

…simulators, fire engines, dragsters, dog troupes…

Price: 200 kronor per adult/600 kronor for a family ticket

Location: Aeroseum, Holmvägen 100

Time: Saturday August 30th – Sunday August 31st

Tickets: www.aeroseum.se

More information: www.aeroseum.se

Eric Gadd

One of the most popular Swedish pop musicians of all time. Despite platinum records galore and singing almost exclusively in English, Gadd has surprisingly never really made it outside of Sweden’s shores.

If, against all the odds, Gadd turns out not to be your cup of Thursday evening tea there are no shortage of distractions at Sweden’s premier amusement park.

Price: Park entry from 70 kronor

Location: Liseberg, Christina Nilssons Gata

Time: Thursday September 4th, 8pm

More Information: www.liseberg.se

Balkan Beat Party

The Gypsy Sound System provides the entertainment at this Friday’s edition of the Balkan Beat Party at Musikens Hus Café Hängmattan.

Musikens Hus is a well-established venue that aims to support the non-commercial cultural scene of Sweden’s second city.

Price: 80 kronor

Location: Musikens Hus, Djurgårdsgatan 13

Time: Friday August 29rd, 10pm

More information: www.musikenshus.se

MALMÖ

Malmö Pop Festival

Malmö’s new pop festival – a mass of choice pop bands come to Debaser on Saturday. The UK’s Deirdre’s headline, preceded by Elenette, Klas, Moofish Catfish, Band In Box and Australian Darren Hanlon.

Price: Free of charge before 10pm, then 60 kronor

Location: Debaser, Norra Parkgatan 2

Time: Saturday August 30th, from 3pm

More Information: www.debaser.se

Aziza Brahim at Rosengård Carnival

Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s home turf of Rosengård plays host to a bevy of world acts and a packed programme for the whole family.

Bollywood dance, a mechanical elk, axe throwing and last, but by no means least, West Saharan singer Aziza Brahim.

Price: Free of charge

Location: Rosengårdsbadet

Time: Saturday August 30rd, 1pm

More Information: www.malmo.se

Stajl by Malmö

An annual design bazaar – this year with a fairytale theme – with 42 designers who will dress their stalls and market their wares on the thriving St. Knut’s Square in Malmö.

You have no doubt heard about the “marvel of modern Swedish design”, well here is your chance to get a taste of what all the fuss is about.

Location: St.Knut’s Square

Time: Sunday August 31st, 12pm

More Information: www.stajlbymalmo.com

Eight corona-safe events not to miss in Germany in October 2020

One of the displays at the Ludwigsburg Pumpkin Festival in 2019. Photo: DPA

The coronavirus pandemic has significantly disrupted Germany’s events calendar this year, with staple celebrations such as Oktoberfest being cancelled due to safety concerns.

But despite restrictions, organisers have adapted to the circumstances and put together corona-safe events that can be enjoyed by all (albeit at a safe distance).

Here are some of the most exciting events to look out for in October:

German Unity Day Exhibition: September 5th – October 4th

The commemorative exhibition is running over thirty days to allow social distancing to be maintained. Photo: DPA

The Tag der Deutschen Einheit (German Unity Day) is one of the nine nationwide public holidays in Germany and takes place on October 3rd every year.

It commemorates the formal completion of the reunification process between the Federal Republic of Germany (West Germany) and the German Democratic Republic (East Germany) after decades of division.

It is normally celebrated with open air concerts and attractions in front of the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, but due to coronavirus things will look slightly different this year.

A special anniversary celebration on October 3rd at Potsdam’s Metropolis will be attended by only 240 guests, six times fewer than originally planned.

The event, which includes performances from musicians and interviews, will be broadcast for people to watch on television.

There’s also no need to miss out on celebrating entirely – a special open air exhibition is running in Potsdam, the capital of Brandenburg, until October 4th.

The exhibition has been extended to last thirty days to ensure that a safe distance can be maintained amongst visitors.

Berlin Leuchtet Illuminations: September 25th – October 4th

The light show at the Brandenburg Gate this year celebrates 30 years of German unity. Photo: DPA

It’s not too late to catch the tail end of Berlin’s spectacular illumination festival. As the darker evenings draw in, many of the city’s landmarks are being lit up with colourful projections, videos and laser shows.

The illuminated buildings are scattered all over the city, with some highlights including Gendarmenmarkt, the Brandenburg Gate and the Victory Column in Tiergarten.

It is asked that visitors maintain 1.5 metres distance and the wearing of face masks is recommended.

Halloween Horror Festival at Movie Park Germany: October 1st – November 8th

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Be warned: this event is most definitely not for the faint hearted! Head to Bottrop on North-Rhine Westphalia to test your wits in the horror mazes at Germany’s most popular Halloween Festival.

Various spooky attractions including gut-churning rides, live entertainment and haunted houses await those brave enough to visit, although most are only suited for those above the age of 16.

The park is open every Thursday to Sunday in October, as well as on November 1st and November 6th – 8th.

Advance booking is essential due to strict capacity limits, and no costumes are allowed – the only masks permitted this year are the mouth-nose coverings that prevent the spread of the virus!

European Month of Photography: October 1st – October 31st

The European Month of Photography has something to offer for everyone. Photo: DPA

This October sees Germany’s largest photography festival return to Berlin. The event has taken place every other year since 2004, and offers a wide range of exhibitions for photography enthusiasts to enjoy.

For the whole month of October, 100 galleries, photography schools, museums and other cultural institutions will offer the public a chance to see incredible work from 500 artists across Europe.

Exhibitions can be found all across the capital and also in the nearby city of Potsdam.

Ludwigsburg Pumpkin Festival: August 28th – December 6th

The festival boasts impressive pumpkin displays and fun-filled activities. Photo: DPA

A trip to Ludwigsburg is an essential for all those in awe of autumn, and makes for a fun day out for the whole family.

This year’s theme is music, with various impressive pumpkin displays paying tribute to famous artists ranging from Elvis to the Rolling Stones.

The programme also boasts an array of other activities: try your hand at pumpkin carving, sample pumpkin flavoured specialties or visit the pumpkin Santa Claus tent to get in the festive mood!

German Mozart Festival Augsburg: October 9th – October 31st

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Classical music fans won’t want to miss this celebration of the two of the greatest composers of all time, Beethoven and Mozart.

The German town of Augsburg, birthplace of Leopold Mozart (Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s father), is hosting various concerts to celebrate the life and work of these two classical titans.

Events range from lower-key chamber music recitals to large-scale renditions of their most impressive symphonies, and includes performances from renowned soloists and orchestras.

Games Week Berlin: October 28th – October 30th

The gaming conference may be online this year, but there is still lots on offer. Photo: DPA

This year’s Games Week won’t be held in Berlin’s Kulturbrauerei as normal, but game lovers need not fear – an extensive online programme is available for everyone to enjoy.

The festival’s three strands – “Play Experience”, “Pro Experience” and “Art Experience” – offer something for everyone, from gaming enthusiasts to industry creatives.

Live ‘let’s plays’, multiplayer tournaments, interviews with gaming influencers and game development conferences are just some of the events available to those who purchase an online ticket.

Wine tasting along the Deutsche Weinstraße – Various dates in October

Despite cancellations, there are still plenty of chances to try some German wine. Photo: DPA

September and October marks grape harvesting season in Germany, meaning it is the perfect time to taste some of the best wines the country has to offer.

Sadly, many of the wine festivals that usually take place along the German Wine Route have been cancelled this year, but there are still ample opportunities that are too good to miss.

Take a weekend trip to the Bacchus Wine Festival in the town of Bad Dürkheim in Rhineland-Palatinate, where you’ll find live music, delicious food and plenty of wine.

Similar delights await visitors in the nearby Weisenheim am Sand, albeit at reduced capacity. The company BottleStops also offers group and private tours to visitors who want to get a taste of local wineries, a majority which are currently open.

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