Upcoming events in Uppsala

Dates: 17 October – 1 November 2026

Times: Open around the clock

Location: Klosterparken (Östra Ågatan 13)

Admission: Free

When darkness falls, Klosterparken takes on a whole new shape with sound and light at this excursion playground. This mini medeival themed village is a playground and park, and has been decorated for Halloween! 

Klosterparken is located in the courtyard of the Torget block in Uppsala, between the streets Svartbäcksgatan, S:t Persgatan, Östra Ågatan and Klostergatan.

Dates: 24 October – 1 November 2026
Time: 10:00–18:00

Location: Forum Square (Forumtorget, Uppsala city center)

Admission: Free

Do you dare to step in? Explore our spooky haunted house and join in on daily Halloween activities with crafts and mischief for the kids!

Forum Square is the alley between Åhlénshuset and Forumgallerian.

Dates: 24 October – 31 October

Time: 10:00 – 16:00

Location: Stora Torget (City Center, Near the Historical Buildings)

Admission: Free

A mysterious and eerie creation has appeared in the middle of the square. Do you dare to go up and look? Check out the Ghost Pole and count the ghosts hanging up around town!

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! 

Folkuniversitetet erbjuder en kostnadsfri studiecirkel för utlandsfödda kvinnor!

Här delar de erfarenheter och kunskap om hur man navigerar svenska arbetsplatser, bygger professionella relationer och skapar en hållbar tillvaro i arbetslivet.

*Course is in Swedish

Time: 16:00-20:00

Location: Uppsala Konsert & Kongress (Vaksalagatan 1, 753 31, Uppsala)

Admission: Free for individual attendees | Small fee for startups

Whether you're looking to join a startup or pitch your own, TEAMUP 2026 is your gateway to Uppsala's thriving startup ecosystem.

TEAMUP is Drivhuset Uppsala’s annual recruitment event, connecting exceptional talent with startups that shape our tomorrow. In 2025, Drivhuset brought together 10+ startups and over 200 attendees. It's more than just networking, it's about building real connections, discovering fresh talent, and exploring new possibilities.

Uppsala International Hub is an ecosystem partner and will have a booth at the event. Don't be a stranger. Come say hi and give us high fives!

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: 14:00-15:00

Location: Confirmed upon registration

Are you a parent in Uppsala looking for information ranging from what winter clothes to send with your child to school or how to ask for mother tongue lessons at school? Or maybe you want to ask about cultural norms for children, like birthday parties? Then you are are in the right place!

At Uppsala International Hub, we know that moving to a new country and raising a family comes with plenty of questions, new experiences, and things to discover. Join the Hub for an informative and welcoming session designed to help international parents navigate family life in Sweden.

We will be joined by a guest speaker from Erikshjälpen Framtidsverkstad, who runs a project (Föräldrakraft) supporting international parents and is the author of Swedish for Parents – Language for Life with Young Families. She will share insights from her work and book, offering helpful perspectives on language, everyday life, and raising young children in Sweden.

We will also share practical tips and useful local knowledge to help you and your family make the most of life in Uppsala. From winter activities and things to do with children to useful information and resources you may not know about yet, we will cover it!

Whether you are new to Sweden or have been here for a while, this is an opportunity to discover helpful resources, learn something new, and feel more at home in your family life in Uppsala.

Come along, get inspired, and bring your questions.

Fika included!

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.

Dates: 6 November – 22 November 2026

Time: 16:00 – 22:00

Admission: Free

Location: Around the City 

Welcome to the light festival All the Lights in Uppsala (Allt ljus på Uppsala) 2026. From 6 November to 22 November, you’ll experience a delightful blend of creativity and technology as fantastic light installations illuminate our city center once again. All light installations are lit between 16:00-20:00 during the days of the festival.

The theme for 2026 is "Courage. Patience." Explore Uppsala with fresh eyes – together with family, friends, a neighbor, or on your own. The installations are curated by national and international artists and designers. We hope you will take the time to check out this free annual light festival.

All Light at Uppsala is an annual light festival that lights up the city for three weeks in November. Through artistic light works in the city's public spaces, new perspectives, emotions and conversations are awakened. The festival is a creative collaboration between artists, the city and the audience – with a focus on sustainability, community and change.

There are physical maps at Info Points around the city or available online via the event website.

Inauguration Event for All the Lights in Uppsala (Allt ljus på Uppsala) 2026
Date: 6 November 2026
Time: 13:50

Admission: Free

Location: Vaksala Square (Vaksala Torg)

Join the Inaguration for All the Lights in Uppsala (Allt ljus på Uppsala) 2026. We light this year's festival on the theme "Courage. Patience." with short conversations, and the chance to meet with the organizers and artists. Gather friends, colleagues or family and experience the light works first of all – talk about what you see and feel how the city changes in the light. 

All Light at Uppsala is an annual light festival that lights up the city for three weeks in November. Through artistic light works in the city's public spaces, new perspectives, emotions and conversations are awakened. The festival is a creative collaboration between artists, the city and the audience – with a focus on sustainability, community and change.

Dress warmly and feel free to arrive a few minutes before.

Physical maps of the exhibit locations are available at the Info Points around the city or digitally via the event website. 

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: 17:00–17:30 Arrival and set up

          17:30–17:45 – Food introductions

         17:45–19:30 – Dinner

Admission: Free (Registration required)

Our International Potluck – a fun chance to celebrate the cultural diversity of Uppsala through the joy of food!

Come hang out, try some tasty dishes, and share your own favorite food, whether it’s something from your culture (Swedish foodies are also welcome!), a family recipe, or just a dish you really enjoy.

HOW IT WORKS:
Everyone brings a dish or snack to share. It can be homemade or store-bought – no pressure! We’ll have standard plates, cutlery, and soft beverages ready for you, and there’ll be a microwave if you need to heat something up.

The idea is to connect through food, stories, and shared experiences. This time, we’re adding a fun twist – share a song and bring your culture to life through dance. And yes – the event is open to the public, so go ahead and invite your friends who might also want to share a dish.

Although not a requirement, we encourage participants to show up in traditional clothing or wear an accessory that represents their culture. It’s a great way to showcase who you are and where you’re from – and it makes the event even more colourful and fun!

NOT A CHEF? NO WORRIES!
Whether you’re bringing grandma’s famous curry or a bag of your favourite crisps, we’d love to have you contribute. It’s all about trying new things, swapping stories, and enjoying good vibes together.

A COUPLE OF QUICK THINGS:
Spots are limited, so if you sign up but can’t make it, please use the link in your confirmation email to let us know.

In the lead-up to the event, we’d like to share profiles of some of our amazing participants on our social media channels. Want to be featured? Let us know when you sign up!

To help everyone enjoy the food spread safely, we’re asking each participant to send us a list of active ingredients in their dish ahead of time. We’ll print and display them next to each item so everyone knows what’s in what.

With that said, since the food is prepared by external parties, Uppsala International Hub cannot guarantee that they will be free from allergens or will be specific dietary requirements. Attendees are solely responsible for their own food choices and consumption, and we assume no liability for any allergic reactions or dietary-related issues that may occur.

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!

Time: 09:00–12:00

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

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: 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!

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: 9:00–10:00

Location: Confirmed upon registration

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)

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.

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