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What’s on in Sweden: January 2 – 8

What's on in Sweden: January 2nd - 8th. A Camp and Moderna for the kids in Stockholm; International floorball and Opera ball in Gothenburg; Jim Jones Revue in Malmö.

Published: 1 January 2009 16:09 CET

STOCKHOLM

Christmas holidays at Moderna Museum

With the “Time & Place: Los Angeles 1957-1968” exhibition coming to an end on Tuesday Moderna Museet is dedicating its Christmas holiday workshops to the City of Angels theme.

Children are given the chance to experiment with various materials in the workshop to build their own LA skyline and to watch LA themed cartoons from the 1950s and 1960s.

Price: Free for the under 4s, 80 kronor museum entry for adults

Time: January 2nd, 3rd and 4th from 10am.

Location: Moderna Museet, Skeppsholmen

More information: Moderna

A Camp at the Grammis awards gala

The 2009 Grammis awards gala takes place at Hovet on Wednesday.

Sweden’s premier music awards will this year feature a headline performance from A Camp with lead singer Nina Persson (of Cardigans fame), In Flames, Timo Räisänen, Christian Waltz and two more as yet unnamed artists.

Price: 225 kronor

Time: Wednesday January 7th, 7.30pm

Tickets: Grammisgalan Tickets

Location: Hovet, Globentorget 2

More information: Grammis

Days + Cats On Fire

The Svenska Musikklubben starts the year with a pop explosion at Debaser.

Gothenburg group Days headline the evening fresh from the signing of a record contract with the legendary Shelflife Records. On of the brightest shining stars on the Swedish pop horizon.

Åbo quartet Cats On Fire have recently released their debut album “The Province Complains” and have received critical acclaim for their polished pop lyrics.

Completing the evening are Christopher Sander, who is releasing his debut album this spring, and The Pale Corners who seek inspiration from the 1980s British indie scene.

Price: 100 kronor (free before 10pm)

Time: Friday January 2nd, 7pm

Location: Folkoperan, Hornsgatan 72

Tickets: On the door

More information: Debaser

GOTHENBURG

Gothia Innebandy Cup

Gothia Innebandy Cup is for all those who love the sport of floorball.

All the ingredients that have made floorball so popular in Sweden and abroad will be on show this weekend at the largest youth floorball tournament in the world with 500 teams representing 13 nations.

In connection with the tournament a match between Pixbo Wallenstam and Helsingborg in the Swedish super league will take place at Scandinavium on Sunday evening. More information can be found here Gothia Innebandy Cup Show 2009

Time: Saturday January 3rd – January 6th, 8am-11pm

Location: Gothia Innebandy Cup Match Program

More Information: Gothia Innebandy Cup

Twelfth night concert and ball

Now for something completely different at the Gothenburg Opera holds its traditional twelfth night ball to anoint the new year in spectacular fashion.

This year the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Pietro Rizzo meets mezzo-soprano artist Katarina Karnéus in company with Rennie Rizzo.

The Gothenburg Opera’s Wienerkapell and Stardust Big Swing Band ensure that no one is left sitting as the ball gets going around 9.30pm.

Price: From 750 kronor

Time: Monday January 5th, 7pm

Location: Göteborg Opera, Christina Nilssons Gata

Tickets:Ticnet

More Information: Göteborg Opera

The Polar Climate at Universeum

Universeum is Scandinavia’s largest science centre and places the nature, climate and environment of our earth and universe firmly in focus.

A new exhibition entitled The Polar Climate opens on Thursday and visitors can marvel at the feel of ice, lay a snowflake puzzle, witness record-breaking hailstones at first hand, see the northern lights and generally experience the great polar wilderness.

So if riding a polar bear or snow scooter is your idea of Christmas fun pay a visit to Universeum – a national project very much under perpetual development.

Price: Free for under 4s, 95 kronor for 4-16 year-olds and 145 kronor for adults

Time: Sunday December 21st – Thursday April 30th, 10am-6pm

Location: Universeum, Södra vägen 50

More information: Universeum

MALMÖ

Jim Jones Revue (UK)

The Jim Jones Revue come from England and made their debut with Punk Rock Blues Records in 2008. They describe themselves as a cross between Little Richard and The MC5.

Price: 90 kronor (free before 10pm)

Time: Saturday January 3rd 10.30pm

Location: Debaser, Norra Parkgatan 2

Tickets: On the door

More Information: Debaser

Ice skating in the open air

For the seventh year running Malmö Folkets Park has opened its ice skating rink. When night falls the rink is with custom-designed lighting.

Skates can be hired for 20 kronor per half hour.

Time: Monday-Friday 3pm-6pm; Saturday-Sunday 12pm-4pm

Tickets: Free entry

Location: Folkets Park

More Information: Malmö Folkets Park

Secret Sundays at Metro on Möllan

Secret Sundays at cosy Möllevångstorget venue Metro dims the lights, puts on a film and plays music that lends one thoughts towards Louis Armstrong and the words : “Music is A Secret Order”.

DJ Ulf Eriksson from Kontramusik provides the entertainment

Price: Free

Time: Sunday January 4th, 10.00pm

Location: Metro, Ängelholmsgatan 14

More Information: Metro

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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