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Upcoming events in Uppsala
The World Cup party 2026
When the football World Cup kicks off on 11 June, all Uppsala residents are invited to a football party! Many of the matches in the tournament are shown on the big screen at Arenatorget at Studenternas and on smaller screens at the arena's restaurants Brasserie21, Solsidan and Supporterbaren. The match schedule can be found in the program.
Activities
More activities are held during the days to pep up before the matches and keep the World Cup party going. Sirius Fotboll holds some days in activities at Arenatorget, where there is the opportunity for spontaneous football and sniping competitions. There is also a sales tent where you can secure your World Cup merchandise. See the program below for times for the activities.
Food and drinks
The cafeterias at Studenternas will be extra open and serve a World Cup breakfast when there is a match early in the morning. For the opening hours of the cafeterias. It is also possible to buy food and drink at Uppsala Matmarknad and Kaliber Pop-up Bar.
Film screening
During the World Cup party, film screenings are also offered at Arenatorget. See the program for more information about the films.
Program
11 June
18.00-22.00 Sirius Fotboll is responsible for activities and sales of World Cup merchandise.
20.00 Opening of the World Cup party and the football World Cup.
21.00 Match: Mexico-South Africa
12 June
21.00 Match: Canada-Bosnia
13 June
16.00 Film screening: The Goat. From 7 years.
21.00 Match: Qatar-Switzerland
14 June
16.00-22.00 Sirius Fotboll is responsible for activities and sales of World Cup merchandise.
16.00 Film screening: Back to the future. From 11 years.
19.00 Match: Germany-Curaçao
22.00 Match: Netherlands-Japan
15 June
04.00 Match: Sweden-Tunisia
18.00 Match: Spain-Cape Verde
21.00 Match: Belgium-Egypt
16 June
21.00 Match: France-Senegal
17 June
12.00-18.00 Sirius Fotboll is in charge of the sale of World Cup merchandise in its store at Arenatorget.
19.00 Match: Portugal-Congo
22.00 Match: England-Croatia
18 June
18.00 Match: Czech Republic-South Africa
21:00 Match: Switzerland-Bosnia
20 June
18.00-23.00 Sirius Fotboll is responsible for activities and sales of World Cup merchandise.
19.00 Match: Netherlands-Sweden
22.00 Match: Germany-Ivory Coast
21 June
16.00 Film screening: Night at the museum. From 7 years.
18.00 Match: Spain-Saudi Arabia
21.00 Match: Belgium-Iran
22 June
19.00 Match: Argentina-Austria
23 June
19.00 Match: Portugal-Uzbekistan
22.00 Match: England-Ghana
24 June
21.00 Match: Switzerland-Canada or Bosnia-Qatar
25 June
22.00 Match: Curaçao-Ivory Coast or Ecuador-Germany
26 June
01.00 Match: Japan-Sweden
21.00 Match: Norway-France
27 June
19.00 Film screening: Pirates of the Caribbean – The Curse of the Black Pearl. From 12 years.
Hang Out at Lilla Torget – Salsa, Bachata and Summer Vibes
Spend a summer evening at Lilla Torget – a vibrant meeting place filled with music, dance, food, and community. Enjoy restaurant and bar service, food trucks, and the UKK restaurant throughout the day, or challenge your friends and family to a game of cornhole.
In the evening, join Klubb Tropical – Summer Open Air 2026 and try Salsa or Bachata in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. With intro classes, social dancing, and DJ Luis playing a mix of Salsa, Bachata, Reggaeton, Afrobeats, and Latin hits, there’s something for everyone – no partner or previous experience needed.
Please note that parts of the event may be held in Swedish, but the dance activities are easy to follow regardless of language.
Sommarklubben – June 14: Play and Crafts at the Square
Welcome to Sommarklubben – a fun-filled day for children who love play, creativity, and movement. Join us at Lilla torget and enjoy a lively atmosphere where something new and exciting happens every day.
Meet Pyssel-Maja under the wishing tree for drawing and crafts, explore the creative corner with materials from Panduro, try the hobby horse obstacle course, or challenge friends and family to a game of ping pong.
No registration needed – just drop by and join the fun!