Upcoming events in Uppsala

Time: 14:00–15:30
Location: Online, meeting link will be sent upon registration. 

In this webinar, we will welcome Gloria Cunha Byström, EURES-adviser at Arbetsförmedlingen, the Swedish Public Employment Service, to give a basic overview of the Swedish job market, with a focus on Uppsala. This webinar is targeted at those who are trying to enter the job market in Uppsala. 

Topics to be discussed are:

• Labor market information
• Looking for work
• Unemployment insurance
• Upcoming career development/recruitment activities

After the presentation, there will be time for participants to ask questions. 

Please note: We kindly inform that questions regarding residence permits or migration matters will not be addressed during the session.

Warm welcome! 

Time: 15–16:30ish

Location: Begins outside Uppsala cathedral

In this guided city tour, led by John Ringh, Project Manager of Destination Uppsala, you'll learn information about the different historical buildings in town, famous people and also how Uppsala has developed in the last 100 years. 

Time: 17:00–19:00ish

Location: Confirmed via email

Join us for an exciting International Afterwork! Relax after a productive day with great company and engaging conversations. The aim of the event is to build new connections and help you establish yourself in Uppsala. This is a great opportunity to meet new people in a relaxed environment. 

Warm welcome! 

Time: 14:00–15:00

Location: Online (link sent in the confirmation email)

Whether you’re just starting to explore the idea or already considering making a purchase, this session will provide valuable insights into the Swedish housing market and the home-buying process.

We’re excited to have a Johan Hjalmarsson, a real estate agent from LF Fastighetsförmedling lead the session and share practical knowledge and insider tips.

Topics to be covered:

- Apartment listings

- The buying process

- Understanding associations – BRF (bostadsrättsförening)

- General tips

- Question time

This is a great opportunity to build your understanding and ask any questions you may have.

Time: 15:00–17:00

Location: Online (Meeting link sent in confirmation email)

Admission: Free (Booking required)

Settling into a new city can be exciting and sometimes a bit overwhelming.

Our Ask the Hub sessions offer a friendly ear and helpful guidance to make the journey and/or transition smoother.

In just 15 minutes online, you can get tailored advice, local know-how, and encouragement from people who understand what it’s like to start fresh in Uppsala.

You bring your questions, we’ll bring the warmth and support.

Time: 9:00–10:00

Location: Stadsbiblioteket (Svartbäcksgatan 17, 753 75 Uppsala)

Join us for this coffee morning where we bring together local Swedes from Uppsala and the international community. This is an informal event where you can meet new people, take part in a discussion around culture, enjoy interesting conversations, drink tea and coffee, and eat buns- not a bad way to spend your morning!

This time we will start with a group discussion around culture and then break off to meet new people.

We hope to see you there!

Time: 14:00–16:00

Location: In person (Access information sent in confirmation email)

Admission: Free (Registration required)

Trung Thu, the Vietnamese Mid-Autumn Festival, is traditionally a celebration for children and families, marking the harvest and a time of togetherness. Join us for a warm, family-friendly afternoon where you can learn about this beautiful tradition and share it with friends from Sweden and beyond.

What to expect:

• Storytelling about the origins and meaning of Trung Thu
• Making lanterns / handmade decorations together
• Tasting traditional mooncakes and tea

The event will be held in Vietnamese and Swedish. It's a great fit for Vietnamese families as well as Swedish friends curious about Vietnamese culture. No preparation needed, just come with an open mind and enjoy the afternoon.

Join us for this cozy gathering to celebrate the season, connect with the community, and take home a lantern you made yourself.

Note: Spots are limited to 15 participants.

As this event is designed especially for children, we kindly ask families to limit the number of accompanying adults to one adult per child. This helps us prioritise children's participation and make the best use of our limited space. Maximum 15 participants in total, including children and accompanying adults.

We hope to see you there and celebrate together!

Time: 09:00-17:00

Location: Uppsala (confirmed after registration)

Join STUNS Life Science for a cross-regional hackathon bringing together researchers, innovators, entrepreneurs, healthcare professionals and industry experts to tackle real-world challenges in life science and healthcare.

Work in interdisciplinary teams, exchange ideas, receive expert mentoring and develop innovative solutions with potential for real-world impact.

What you’ll gain:

• Connect with people from research, industry, healthcare and entrepreneurship
• Gain new perspectives through interdisciplinary collaboration
• Get expert feedback and mentoring
• Develop hands-on experience in turning challenges into innovative solutions
• Explore opportunities for future collaborations, partnerships and new ventures
• Showcase your ideas and connect with a broader European life science ecosystem

About BIO-RED

This hackathon is organised as part of BIO-RED (Building Interregional Opportunities for Digital and Green Innovation in Red Biotechnology and Pharmaceuticals), a European project connecting partners and regions across Europe to develop new interregional innovation opportunities and investment-ready business cases in biotechnology and pharmaceuticals.

BIO-RED is supported by the European Union through the Interregional Innovation Investments (I3) Instrument.

Deadline for registration is 5 October!

Time: 16:00–17:00ish

Location: Online (Link sent in confirmation email)

Want to understand how the Swedish pension system works, how you earn your pension, and what happens to your pension if you move from Sweden? Join us for this presentation delivered by Alexandros Maditianos from Pensionsmyndigheten (the Swedish Pension Agency), who will provide an overview of the pension system.

At the end of the presentation, there will be plenty of time for questions.

Time: 15:00–16:00

Location: Confirmed via email

Admission: Free (Registration required)

Whether you’ve just arrived in Uppsala or have called it home for a while, you’re warmly invited to join us for our Afternoon Fika! 

Take a break from your day and enjoy one of Sweden’s coziest traditions—coffee (or tea), delicious pastries, and great conversation in good company. Refreshments will be provided!

Time: 17:30–20:00

Location: central location confirmed upon registration 

Curious about everything? Let’s talk about it.

If you love diving into a good non-fiction book and always find yourself wishing you had someone to chat with about it afterward, welcome to the Uppsala Circle.

We aren't here to quiz you, give grades, or make things feel like a rigid university lecture. We’re simply a community of curious people who love exploring the world through the pages of a book. Our interests are broad because the world is broad. We look at where we’ve been, where we are right now, and where we might be heading next.

That means our reading list spans a vast landscape across both the sciences and the humanities. We are interested in the big, foundational ideas that help us understand the world around us. One month we might dive into the roots of human behavior, and the next, we might explore the fundamental principles governing nature. We love tracing important concepts back to their origins and authors, giving us a clearer lens to see how they shape our collective direction and societal trends.

Whether you’re a lifelong non-fiction enthusiast or someone just looking to broaden your horizons and learn about topics you’ve never even touched before, there is a seat at the table for you. No pretension, no pressure. Just great books, fascinating insights, and even better conversations.

The next reading has already been announced - click the registration link to find out which exciting text we will explore in this session.

We hope to see you there!

Time: 15:00–17:00

Location: Online (Meeting link sent in confirmation email)

Admission: Free (Booking required)

Have you recently arrived in Uppsala and have many unanswered questions? Or perhaps, you have been here for some time and need some advice? With our "Ask the Hub" service you can book a 15-minute digital session held on the first and third Wednesday of every month. In this session, you can discuss your questions, get advice or just see a friendly face.

Warm welcome!

Time: 13:00–16:00

Location: In person (Access information sent in confirmation email)

Admission: Free (Registration required)

Getting a new job often comes down to how well you run your job search. This hands-on workshop will help you learn practical tips for applying for jobs, while giving you the chance to share ideas, swap experiences, and connect with others on the same journey.

What We’ll Cover
(We’ll adjust the content based on what participants need most)

- Setting your job search goals

- Creating stronger CVs and cover letters

- Building confidence for interviews – online and in person

- Boosting your LinkedIn and online presence

- Understanding today’s job market and finding new opportunities

- Putting together your own action plan

Recommendations

The workshop will be held in English. Since we’ll be working together on real examples, please bring at least one of the following: your CV/résumé, a cover letter, or your LinkedIn (or similar) profile. A laptop is helpful but not required.

Join us for this interactive session to get feedback from the facilitator and your peers, gain confidence and clarity, and walk away with stronger job application materials.

Note: Spots are limited to 12 participants.

Fika will be included!

Time: 17:00–19:00ish

Location: Confirmed via email

Do you want to meet new people in Uppsala? Now is your chance! Join us for an exciting International Afterwork! Relax after a productive day with great company and engaging conversations. Join at 5pm or whenever you finish your day, we will be happy to greet you.

Everyone is welcome! 

Time: 15:00–17:00

Location: Online (Meeting link sent in confirmation email)

Admission: Free (Booking required)

Need some advice about moving to or living in Uppsala? With our "Ask the Hub" service you can book a 15-minute digital session held on the first and third Wednesday of every month. In this session, you can discuss your questions, get advice or just see a friendly face.

Warm welcome!

Time: TBC

Location: Online (Registration Required)

Admission: Free for jobseekers 

The border between Norway and Sweden is the longest border in Europe, with its 1600 kilometers. This event is designed to support EU job seekers find work in this area of Sweden. 

Norway and Sweden offer a lot of job opportunities in many sectors – for example, the oil and gas industry, the health sector, hospitality, tourism, the fish industry, etc.

In this event, EURES will present some opportunities in Sweden and Norway.

Time: 09:00–10:00

Location: Stadsbiblioteket (Svartbäcksgatan 17, 753 75 Uppsala)

Join us for this coffee morning where we bring together the international community. This is an informal event where you can meet new people, take part in a discussion around culture, enjoy interesting conversations, drink tea and coffee, and eat buns- not a bad way to spend your morning!

This time we will start with a group discussion around culture and then break off to meet new people.

We hope to see you there!

Time: 15:00–17:00

Location: Online (Meeting link sent in confirmation email)

Admission: Free (Booking required)

Need some advice about moving to or living in Uppsala? With our "Ask the Hub" service you can book a 15-minute digital session held on the first and third Wednesday of every month. In this session, you can discuss your questions, get advice or just see a friendly face.

Warm welcome!

Time: 15:00–16:00

Location: Confirmed via email

Admission: Free (Registration required)

Come and join us for an Afternoon Fika!

Whether you come alone or bring a friend, we want to encourage you to take a break from your day and enjoy one of Sweden’s coziest traditions - coffee (or tea), delicious pastries, and great conversation in good company.

Coffee and tea are will be provided!

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