Event - Kiruna Lappland

12 February

Art Exhibition

Duodji as an alternative to home décor–Katarina Spik Skum exhibits at Samegården

12 Feb - 31 Dec

Samegården / Kiruna

Katarina Spik Skum is showing her work at the Sámi museum at Samegården. With roots in the Lule Sámi tradition, inspired by life in the tipi with her mother’s family during her childhood summers, Spik Skum has made textiles, pillows, banners and more. At the same time, she lets modern materials and shapes seep in. […]

13 February

Art Exhibition

Kin exhibitions: The Living Room-An Installation by Katarina Spik Skum

13 Feb - 31 Dec

Kin museum / Kiruna

Reindeer-hide beanbags, cotton drapes decorated with traditional Sámi patterns, wooden tables that have retained the organic forms of branches, and rákkas—mosquito tents made of thin materials. This is a typical Sámi alternative to interior design, created by the artist and duojár (Sámi craftsperson) Katarina Spik Skum. Applying both great skill and material sensibility, Spik Skum […]

10 April

Art Exhibition

Kin-Komtemåtta: A Pioneering Safe Space for Women

10 Apr - 27 Jul

Kin museum / Kiruna

The unique Fogelstad Women’s Citizens School serves as inspiration for the work of contemporary artists Olivia Plender, Åsa Elzén, Åsa Sonjasdotter, and Petra Bauer. The school originally operated from 1925 to 1954 at the Fogelstad Estate outside Katrineholm and was a self-organized, one-of-a-kind educational experiment created by women, for women. It gathered women from all […]

14 May

Happening

Kulturfrukost Kiruna

Starta dagen med energi och nya möjligheter – Välkommen till Kulturfrukost! Jobbar du inom kulturella och kreativa branscher, eller inom någon helt annan bransch och är nyfiken på kulturbranschen? Kulturfrukost är den perfekta mötesplatsen för dig som vill inspireras, nätverka och skapa nya spännande samarbeten! Vi bjuder på frukost till dig som anmält dig, senast […]

3 June

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Art exhibition: BE BOLD..STEP OUT!

3 Jun - 25 Jun

Kiruna C

The Sculptors’ Association celebrates 50 years of sculpture as a peaceful instrument and, in collaboration with the Swedish Postcode Lottery Foundation, Kiruna Municipality and Kiruna Art Guild, is showing 31 sculptures on Torggatan and in The Art Gallery/Aurora Culture and Congress. Opening: Tuesday June 3 at 6 pm Venue: The Art Gallery Speaker: Swedish Peace […]

11 June

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34 embroideries Red-listed animals and plant species

11 Jun - 31 Aug

Kiruna C

Exhibition at the City Hall Crystal 34 embroideries – Red-listed animals and plant species Touring exhibition from Norrbottens Museum. When: 11 June – 31 August

19 June

Sports

Midsummer in Riksgränsen

19 Jun - 22 Jun

Riksgränsen

We are happy to announce that this year Riksgränsen will be open for the legendary midsummer skiing. Of course followed by a more traditional Swedish midsummer celebration with herring and potatoes. The lifts spin until midnight and of course we promise a midsummer bar. Come to us and celebrate an unforgettable midsummer! SKI BOTH DAY […]

20 June Family friendly

Holidays

Midsummer Celebration

20 Jun - 20 Jun

Camp Ripan / Kiruna C

Celebrate Midsummer with us at Camp Ripan On Midsummer’s Eve, June 20, we’re creating a day filled with summer joy, bright flavors, and space for both laughter and calm. Come as you are – stay as long as it feels good. Flower crown making & quiz walk Starting at 11:00, our lavvu will be filled […]

20 June

Festival

Midnattssurret | Gaskaijašurra | Keskiyön Surina

20 Jun - 21 Jun

Karesuando

Festival in Karesuando! A party for everyone who isn’t anywhere else on midsummer. We offer music, competitions, handicraft-market and much more. When: Friday 20.00-02.00 Saturday 11.00-02.00

20 June Family friendly

Holidays

Midsummer celebrations in Jukkasjärvi

20 Jun - 20 Jun

Jukkasjärvi

Jukkasjärvi Hembygdsförening organises its traditional Midsummer celebration at the homestead with dancing around the Midsummer pole, sheet music, smoked fish and fresh bakery bread. Welcome! When: Friday 20 JuneTime: 12.00-15.00

20 June Family friendly

Holidays

Midsummer celebrations STF Abisko

20 Jun - 20 Jun

Abisko

A warm welcome to Midsummer celebrations with us at STF Abisko 20 June 2025! Program: All day (10:00-20:00) Tip walk / Boules / Kubb 10:00-11:00 We dress the Midsummer pole together We gather in the courtyard and dress the pole and tie wreaths. Feel free to bring flowers. 11:30-14:00 Midsummer buffet in the restaurant. We […]

21 June Family friendly

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Vittangi Midsummer Celebration

21 Jun - 21 Jun

Vittangi

Midsummer is getting closer, and we’d like to welcome you all to celebrate it with us! The celebration will take place on Midsummer Day, Saturday, June 21, starting at 12:00 for everyone and from 18:00 for adults. (No alcohol will be sold—bring your own if you wish.) The day will feature food and fika, live […]

24 June

Kiruna kyrkflytt

Move Kiruna church?

24 Jun - 24 Jun

Kiruna C

On 19 and 20 August, the Kiruna church will be moved to its new location next to the cemetery. During the festival week, an information meeting will be held at Kiruna City Library to present everything for the unique move, including the planning required and how the move itself will take place.On site are:Stefan Holmblad, […]

27 June

Festival

Kirunafestival

27 Jun - 28 Jun

Together for Kiruna – Kiruna Festival is happening! The Kiruna Festival 2025 is becoming a reality! Thanks to strong engagement and support from the business community, including Kiruna Municipality, LKAB, Sparbanken Nord, and Viscaria, the festival can now take place. – “It feels fantastic to confirm that the festival will happen! We are committed to […]

11 July Family friendly

Happening

Gold panning days in Lannavaara

11 Jul - 13 Jul

Lannavaara

Since 1983 we have organised Gold Digging Days here in Lannavaara. Here you can visit the mineral museum with, among other things, Sweden’s first found diamond or feel one of the world’s largest facet-cut stones. In our shop you can buy souvenirs and jewellery. During these days we will have visits from several different vendors […]

26 July Family friendly

Festival

Svappavaara day

26 Jul - 26 Jul

Svappavaara

A day filled with activities in Svappavaara.There will be a flea market, vendors, etc., and LKAB is organising mining tours by bus up to the Leveänie mine. The part-time fire brigade from Svappavaara will be on site for those who want to try riding in a fire truck. When: 26 JulyTime: 10.00-15.00Where: Fritidsgården Svappavaara

8 August

Sports

Fjällräven Classic

8 Aug - 14 Aug

A 110 kilometer long adventure that combines mountain hiking with folk festival. The hike follows one of the most popular hiking trails in the Swedish mountains. The trail passes Kebnekaise, Sweden’s highest mountain, and continues through green mountain valleys and over crystal clear waters. At the finish line at STF Abisko Turiststation, the wilderness pub […]

15 August

Sports

Saucony BAMM

15 Aug - 16 Aug

Registration for 2025 is now open Saucony BAMM (Björkliden Arctic Mountain Marathon) is an annual rigorous two-day competition in mountain orienteering. Each team is composed of two members competing in an exciting, though challenging overnight race through the Swedish mountains. Participants competing in classes 50 and 70 are responsible for carrying themselves all necessary gear […]

19 August

Happening

Kiruna Church move

19 Aug - 20 Aug

The relocation of Kiruna Church is a world-unique event and will take place on August 19–20, 2025. The church, once voted Sweden’s most beautiful building constructed before 1950, is a church heritage site protected by the Cultural Heritage Act. It will therefore be moved in one single piece to its new location between the cemetery […]

19 August

Kiruna kyrkflytt

KAJ is comming to the church move!

19 Aug - 19 Aug

With three months to go until the Kiruna church moves to its new home, it is clear that Swedish Eurovision entry KAJ will be one of the artists taking to the stage during the event. The church move is a unique event organised by LKAB and will take place over two days between 19-20 August […]

22 August Family friendly

Festival

Sauna festival in Svappavaara

22 Aug - 23 Aug

Svappavaara

The Sauna People organise a sauna festival in the village of Svappavaara in week 34 at the bathing area. Companies showcase sauna-related products. Large catering tent where food and drinks are served. At least 6 saunas and hot tubs are heated both evenings. 12 caravan pitches with electric poles. Live music. Event programme coming at […]

23 August Family friendly

Festival

Čakčariemut – Autumn Festival

23 Aug - 23 Aug

Jukkasjärvi

Get ready for a full-day festival with us at Nutti Sámi Siida! 11:00 – 16:00 we offer free admission, a craft market and activities suitable for the whole family.From 18:00 an entrance ticket is required. Advance tickets are available for 350 SEK, so secure your ticket now before the price increase on June 30! The […]

13 September

Sports

Myrsyran

13 Sep - 13 Sep

Kiruna C

Myrsyran is an off-road race in its true sense. We utilise Kiruna’s marshlands and natural obstacles to give everyone a good challenge. In the wettest bogs and rockiest slopes, we give everyone the opportunity to challenge themselves before winter comes. Our course setters do their best to make you wet, exhausted, dirty, satisfied and happy with […]

8 November

Food

Whiskey tasting in Andrummet

8 Nov - 8 Nov

Camp Ripan / Kiruna C

Discover the whisky marvel from the High Coast! On November 8th, we are visited by Peter Söderlind, Brand Manager at High Coast Distillery. He will guide us through five types of whisky, each carrying an exciting story. Expect facts and tales delivered in an entertaining manner about the distillery that has achieved great success both […]

8 November Family friendly

Sports

Engman Cup – Wrestling competition for youths

8 Nov - 8 Nov

Sporthallen / Kiruna C

Gratis

Welcome to cheer on the county’s wrestlers in Kiruna Sport Club’s annual home competition! The competition is also visited every year by wrestlers from our Norwegian and Finnish neighbors. Swedish fika and hamburgers are for sale. Free admission! When: Saturday 8 November Time: 11.00-16.00

12 November

Festival

Arctic Light Film Festival

12 Nov - 16 Nov

The festival screens a selection of regional, national and international documentaries and feature films. Evening: 12-13 November Day and evening: 15-16 November

21 January Family friendly

Festival

Kiruna Snow Festival

21 Jan - 24 Jan

Kiruna C

When the January sun returns to Kiruna after a long, dark and not infrequently cold winter, it is always together with Sweden’s absolute coziest winter event – Kiruna Snow Festival. In the middle of Kiruna’s city center, culture and winter come to life through this incredibly cozy festival. During the Snow Festival, you as a […]

5 February Family friendly

Market

Jokkmokk market

5 Feb - 7 Feb

Jokkmokk

The 420th Jokkmokk market will take place on February 6-8, 2025. There will be hundreds of vendors in place, and hundreds of events taking place all over Jokkmokk during the market days and nights – and the interest for the upcoming market is really big! Keep an eye out for the market programme at Jokkmokk […]

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