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What’s on in Sweden: January 9 – 15

What's on in Sweden: January 9th - 15th. The Stranglers and Lindy Hop in Stockholm; Manfred Mann and Belgian electronica in Gothenburg; Future Cop! in Malmö.

Published: 8 January 2009 11:38 CET

STOCKHOLM

The Stranglers (UK)

A string of UK top ten hits, including “Peaches”, “Golden Brown” and “No More Heroes”, made The Stranglers and their aggressive, no-compromise attitude one of the instigators of the 1970s UK punk rock scene.

The band evolved and survived the demise of punk, with some international success in the 1990s, and some major festival performances in the 2000s. The veteran band’s latest album release was Suite XVi in 2006 and showed that they have much left to give their loyal following.

Gothenburg will also get its chance to receive a dose of genuine punk culture the previous night when The Stranglers play Trädgår´n. Tickets can be obtained here.

Price: 325 kronor

Time: January 11th, doors open 7.30pm

Tickets: The Stranglers Tickets

Location: Berns Salonger, Berzelli Park

More information: Berns

Open house at Chicago

Chicago is the name of Stockholm’s own swing dance centre and is a combination of dance studio, traditional ballroom and Harlem “speakeasy”.

Activities at Chicago have a strong focus on the swing dances from the golden age of jazz such as the Lindy Hop, the Charleston, Tap, Balboa and Shag. Chicago is run by some of the members of professional Swedish swing dance company the Harlem Hot Shots.

Many of the courses begin this week or next and Chicago welcomes all to a series of free drop-in open house sessions – what have you got to lose but that holiday paunch?

Price: Free of charge

Time: Tuesday January 13th and Thursday January 15th, from 5pm; Saturday January 17th, from 12pm.

Location: Chicago Swing Dance Studio, Hornsgatan 75

More information: Chicago drop-in

Premier league Bandy

This high tempo ‘hockey on ice with sticks and a ball’ game is played at the highest level in Sweden. The March play-offs and final, played at Uppsala’s student arena, have attained something approaching legendary status in the nation’s sporting events calender.

Stockholm team Hammarby are regularly up there fighting for the national title. This year however they are languishing just above the drop zone and are in need of some vocal support at home against Vänersborg on Friday.

As temperatures plunge in the New Year it is time to wrap up warm, fill the hip flask and realize that the winter is a fact in Sweden, the summer is but a bonus.

Price: 120 kronor (60 kronor for students/pensioners and youth)

Time: Friday January 9th, 7pm

Tickets: Ticnet

Location: Zinkensdamns IP, Ringvägen

More information: Hammarby Bandy

GOTHENBURG

Manfred Mann’s Earth Band (UK)

The legendary British progressive jazz/rock band was formed by Manfred Mann in 1971 as a deliberate break from his original group.

The band broke through in the 1970s and highlights are considered to include Nightingales and Bombers, The Roaring Silence, and Watch.

The band continues to record, with recently released covers of tracks by Paul Weller and Del Amitri, and an album entitled Odds & Sods – Mis-takes & Out-takes released in 2005.

Price: 470 kronor

Time: January 13th, 8pm

Tickets: Manfred Mann Tickets

Location: Gothenburg Concert Hall, Götaplatsen

More information: Concert Hall

Front 242 (BE)

Front 242 is a pioneering Belgian electronic music group that came to prominence during the 1980s. Their albums 06:21:03:11 UP EVIL and 05:22:09:12 OFF are credited with having influenced many electro-industrial and electronic artists.

The band’s most recent release is a live album entitled Moments 1/Moments…1 in 2008.

Front 242 can also be caught at Malmö’s Kulturbolaget on Saturday.

Price: 295 kronor

Time: Friday January 9th, 7pm

Location: Trädgår´n, Nya Allén 11

Tickets:Ticnet

More Information: Trädgår´n

Australia

Australia is a 2008 Australian epic romance film directed by Baz Luhrmann and starring Nicole Kidman and Hugh Jackman. If recent comments to the media are anything to go by this could be the climax of Kidman’s movie career.

It is an old school costume drama that challenges few of the prevailing stereotypes. Its setting in the magnificent backdrop of the land down under will however no doubt make tickets on flights to Oz slightly harder to come by.

Price: 110 kronor

Time: Six showings daily

Location: Bergakungen, Biopalatset

Tickets:SF tickets

More Information: Australia

MALMÖ

Futurecop! (UK)

British duo Futurecop! come to Malmö’s Debaser Friday.

If you are down with Night Rider, Miami Vice, rave and Flash Gordon and fluffy hairdos then you’ll love their electronic music that pays homage to the 1980s.

Price: 90 kronor (free before 10pm)

Time: Friday January 9th 11.30pm

Location: Debaser, Norra Parkgatan 2

Tickets: On the door

More Information: Debaser

Movies at Spegeln

It is soon Oscars season and this means a slew of new films are showing at a cinema near you. One of the best places in Malmö to catch the blockbuster and the more offbeat is the Spegel cinema on Stortorget. It is also a cheap and cheerful way to beat the January “when will pay day arrive” blues.

Films to choose from this week include “Entre les murs”, “Everlasting Moments”, U23D, Frozen River and the new comedy from Måns Herngren, “Allt flyter”.

Tickets: Spegeln

Location: Spegeln, Stortorget 29

More Information: Spegeln

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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