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What’s on in Sweden: September 18 – 24

What's on in Sweden: Beer festival & Tom Jones (UK) In Stockholm; International Book Fair in Gothenburg; Hello Saferide in Malmö

Published: 16 September 2009 19:43 CEST

Georgio; Adam Lundquist;Örs Gubas/Stockholms Öl & Vin AB

STOCKHOLM

Stockholm Beer and Whisky Festival

The Stockholm Beer and Whisky Festival opens its doors on Thursday and continues until Saturday before resuming next weekend.

The Stockholm event is the biggest whisky festival in the world and one of the biggest beer fests, here returning for its 18th consecutive year.

The event is located in Nacka Strand, easily reached from the water by ferries operated by Waxholmsbolaget

Price: From 195

Time: Thursday September 17th – Saturday September 19th & Thursday 24th – Saturday September 26th

Tickets: Stockholm Beer & Whisky Festival Tickets

Location: Factory Nacka Strand, Nacka

More information: Stockholm Beer & Whisky Festival

Jazz brunch at Mosebacke

Something of a Söder institution, brunch at Mosebacke is a very pleasant way to begin an autumn/winter Sunday (or Saturday) – now back for its 21st season.

A broad selection of hot and cold, meat and veggie dishes are on offer, all washed down with copious amounts of coffee and soothing jazz from house band Bond.

Price: 175 kronor

Time: Weekends from Saturday September 19th, 10.30am

Location: Mosebacke Etablissement, Mosebacke torg

More information: Jazz brunch at Mosebacke

Swedish comedy in English

Sardonic Swedish satirist Magnus Betnér has teamed up with US comic Yannis Pappas to put together a show in English. On Friday they are performing their act at the Boulevard theatre in Stockholm.

In a bumper weekend for the Stockholm laughter business, New Zealander Al Pitcher is putting on his “Picture Show” at the Playhouse Theatre.

Newly arrived Swedish resident Pitcher has won awards and acclaim wherever he has performed, Stockholm is sure to be no exception.

Price: 175 & 150 kronor

Time: Friday September 18th, 7pm – 9pm

Tickets: Betnér & Pappas Tickets

Location: Boulevardteatern, Götgatan & Playhouse teater, Sibyllegatan 29

More information: Magnus Betnér & Al Pitcher

Tom Jones (UK)

Welsh crooner Tom Jones is bringing his dulcet tones to a spherical scene near you.

The man from the valleys needs no introduction except to say “What’s new, pussycat?”

Price: From 460 kronor

Time: Tuesday September 22nd, 8pm

Tickets: Tom Jones Tickets

Location: Ericsson Globe

More information: Tom Jones at Globen

Dalí Dalí featuring Francesco Vezzoli

Salvador Dalí (1904–1989) is one of the most popular artists of the 20th century. This exhibition experiments with the exhibition format itself by incorporating a contemporary artist, Italian Francesco Vezzoli (b. 1971), with the aim of highlighting Dalí’s oeuvre in a contemporary context, and understanding Vezzoli from a historical perspective.

Price: 80 kronor

Time: Until January 17th

Tickets: Museum entry

Location: Moderna Museet, Skeppsholmen

More information: Moderna Museet

GOTHENBURG

Gothenburg Book Fair

The Book Fair is a four day long literary festival. The many stages and over 900 exhibitor stands host meetings between writers, Nobel Prize winners, publishers and book lovers who explore the power of the written word together.

The 25th annual Book Fair will run from the 24th-27th September this year. Spain and Spanish language literature are in focus in 2009. World renowned writers such as Isabel Allende, Bernardo Atxaga, Javier Marías, Rosa Montero and many others will highlight where Spanish and Latin American literature stand today.

Price: 120 kronor

Time: Thursday September 24th – Sunday September 27th

Tickets: Book Fair Tickets

Location: The Swedish Exhibition and Conference Centre, Mässans Gata 20

More information: Gothenburg Book Fair

The House of Music – 25 years

After 25 years in the service of music culture Musikens Hus is throwing a party. Masses of music, buffet, mingle, bar hang and surprises are on offer.

The party is on the house but you are advised to get their early to ensure entry.

Price: Free of charge

Time: Saturday September 19th, 8pm

Location: Musikens Hus, Djurgårdsgatan 13

More information: Musikens Hus

Gothenburg International Biennial for Contemporary Art

The fifth Gothenburg International Biennial for Contemporary Art continues this week at venues across the city.

This year’s theme is “What a Wonderful World,” and is curated by Celia Prado and Johan Pousette, and presents works by 17 artists from different parts of the world.

Price: Gothenburg Art Biennial hours & admission

Time: Saturday September 5th – Sunday November 15th

Tickets: Venue entry

Location: Art Biennial Venues

More information: Gothenburg International Biennial for Contemporary Art

MALMÖ/LUND

Lund Culture Night

Kulturnatten i Lund (the Lund Culture Night) is a manifestation of arts and culture and will take place this Saturday for the 25th time.

The streets of the quaint university town will fill with culture and the arts created by the people of Lund for the people of Lund (but you are all welcome).

Events and activities will carry on long into the night and are usually free with almost 300 events in the in the charming historical city centre.

Price: Free of charge

Time: Saturday September 19th, from 10am

Location: Locations across Lund

More information: Lund Culture Night

Hello Saferide

Hello Saferide a.k.a Annika Norlin released her second English language album “Modern Short Stories from Hello Saferide” last November to resoundingly positive reviews from the music media.

The popular performer makes a return to Skåne and Debaser after a lengthy absence and perhaps the last chance to see her on the small stage before she inevitably takes over the world.

According to Norlin the stage name “Hello Saferide” was inspired by “an intelligent bus driver in a drug-addicted small town.” Her album addresses subjects such as losing your virginity, that every person is a song, and keeping loyal to “God only knows” people.

Price: 175 kronor

Time: Wednesday September 23rd, 7pm

Tickets: Hello Saferide Tickets

Location: Debaser, Folkets Park

More information: Hello Saferide

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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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