Celebrate Midsummer at Skansen – Three Days of Music, Dance and Nordic Magic
27.5.2025 09:50:00 CEST | Skansen open-air museum | Pressmeddelande
Experience a classic Swedish midsummer in the heart of Stockholm. For three joyful days, Skansen invites guests to celebrate one of Sweden’s most beloved traditions – with music, dancing, folklore and activities from morning until late into the bright summer night.
Skansen transforms into a hub of midsummer festivities from 20 to 22 June. Whether making a flower crown, joining in the traditional ring dances or listening to live folk music, visitors of all ages are welcome to take part in a unique Swedish experience – one that has been celebrated at Skansen for over 130 years.
Festivities for the Whole Family
The midsummer programme offers a rich blend of old and new traditions:
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Dancing and games around the maypole every day, led by traditional folk dancers and musicians.
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Make your own leafy crown – a fun craft activity for all ages.
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Storytelling with the ‘Wise Woman’ – explore the magical world of Swedish folklore, myths and midsummer love spells.
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Live music all weekend – enjoy everything from traditional fiddlers by the woodland pond to cutting-edge folk with Symbio in Seglora Church, upbeat folk music from Trion Västanvinden, and a vibrant blend of Swedish and West African rhythms with Sousou & Maher Cissoko Band.
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Evening dance with Sandins – as the sun barely sets, dance under the summer sky to live music by popular Swedish dance band Sandins. Friday and Saturday nights at the historic Galejan dance floor.
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Midsummer market – discover traditional crafts, Swedish food and seasonal flavours.
Visitor Information
To avoid queues, guests are encouraged to purchase tickets in advance at skansen.se, especially on Midsummer’s Eve when many come to celebrate together.
This year the maypole will be raised before the park opens to the public.
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Kontakter
Emelie StrömforsPress contact Skansen
Tel:+46 (0) 73-303 16 21emelie.stromfors@skansen.seBilder
This is Skansen
In the center of the island Djurgården in Stockholm city you will find Skansen, a place that brings experiences of Swedish nature and culture to life – now, then, and in the future.
Skansen, founded in 1891, is the world’s oldest open-air museum and one of Sweden’s most popular tourist destinations, both among Swedes and foreign visitors. In the park you’ll find a collection of historic buildings, plants, and animals with origins from all over Sweden, from north to south, that showcase the way Swedes have lived and worked throughout history.
In the 30-hectare park you can spend a full day just walking around, exploring the environment while overlooking a unique and beautiful view of Stockholm. Skansen is open every day, all year round.
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