Upcoming events in Uppsala
On this page you will find a variety of activities and events organized for you as an international in Uppsala, such as informational meetings, career development activities, social events and our online advice sessions - Ask the Hub. All our events are free of charge and open to all! In addition to the events organized by Uppsala International Hub, we periodically link to external events that are relevant to internationals in Uppsala.
International Afterwork
Time: 17:00–19:00ish
Location: Sent in your confirmation email
Admission: Free (Registration required. Drinks not included)
This monthly afterwork is a chance for internationals living in Uppsala to meet, connect, and unwind. Whether you're new to the city or have been here a while, it’s a great way to build your network, share experiences, and feel more at home.
Expect a relaxed vibe, friendly faces, and a mix of people from all over the world. Everyone's welcome! Just register, show up, and enjoy!
See you soon!
Understanding the Swedish School System
Time: 16:00 - 17:00
Location: Online (Link to the Microsoft Teams meeting will be sent in the confirmation email upon registering)
Want to know more about the Swedish school system? Need some help choosing the right school or curriculum for your child?
Join us for this webinar where we welcome two representatives from the state-owned international schools in Uppsala. During this session, you will meet Anna Jones, Assistant Principal at Kvärngardet School, and Therese Skytt, International Baccalaureate Diploma Coordinator at Katedralskolan.
Topics that will be covered in the presentation include:
- An overview of the Swedish school system
- A discussion about language requirements for different curricula
- Information about local international schools in Uppsala
After the presentation, there will be time for participants to ask questions.
Drivhuset Breakfast Club
Location: Sidenvävargatan 17 Uppsala
Time: 3rd of December at 08:15
Registration: Not required
Connect with Uppsala’s largest entrepreneur community at Drivhuset's Breakfast Club — where ideas grow over breakfast!
Start your morning with a free breakfast while connecting with driven, like-minded people in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Whether you're looking to grow your network, share ideas, or get inspired, this is the place to be.
Making a Life in Sweden
Time: 08:30 - 10:00
Location: In person (Sent in confirmation email)
Admission: Free (Registration required)
Finding your place in a new country is about more than just settling in. It’s about building a life that truly feels like home.
Join Uppsala International Hub for an inspiring session on what it means to integrate and thrive in Sweden. Together, we’ll explore how to navigate everyday life, find meaningful work, and create a sense of belonging in your new community.
You’ll hear first-hand experiences and practical advice from people who have walked this journey, from arrival to establishing careers and building lives in Sweden. The session will also provide a chance to connect with others, share your own experiences, and ask questions in an open and welcoming environment.
08:30-09:00 Breakfast buffet
09:00-09:30 Presentation
09:30-10:00 Networking and mingling
Discussion topics include:
- Securing employment in Sweden
- Social integration and experiences of family life in Sweden
Speakers:
Charlotte Walker (Host)
International Talent Manager, Uppsala International Hub
Adnan Aslam
PhD Student, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU)
After moving to Sweden four years ago to pursue his master’s studies, Adnan transitioned through several roles before securing a PhD position at SLU. His journey offers valuable insights into navigating the Swedish job market, building an academic career, and adapting to life in Sweden.
Nariman Mousa
Quality Manager, Bake My Day AB
Nariman came to Sweden in 2024 to complete her master’s thesis in sustainable food systems. Since then, she has immersed herself in Swedish life: learning the language, completing an internship, becoming a mother, and finding employment in her field. Her story highlights the challenges and rewards of creating a fulfilling life in Sweden.
Come for the insights, stay for the community!
Ask the Hub
Time: 15:00-17:00
Location: Online (Meeting link sent in confirmation email)
Admission: Free (Booking required)
Your move to Uppsala starts with the right information.
As a trusted resource on life here, we are offering 15-minute "Ask the Hub" sessions on the first and third Wednesday of each month.
Whether it’s advice you need or simply someone to answer your questions, we're here for you.
Book your session today!
Expat Coffee Morning
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!
Let's Do Uppsala's Historical Christmas Market Together
Time: 13:00-14:30
Location: Meeting spot by the entrance of the Uppsala Cathedral (Domkyrkoplan, 753 10 Uppsala)
Admission: Free (Registration required)
This is a casual, come-as-you-are gathering, not a guided tour and not a structured program. It is simply a friendly walk around the Uppsala Historical Christmas Market with other internationals who want to enjoy the festive atmosphere together. You are free to come and go as you please, drift between stalls, or reappear mysteriously holding a newly purchased wool hat.
At 14:30, anyone who wants to is welcome to join us for an optional fika at a nearby café. Warm drinks, pastries, and the shared joy of thawing out your fingers are all included.
What we plan to do:
- Stroll through the Christmas Market as a relaxed group of humans who enjoy twinkly lights and good company.
- Navigate the market like seasoned locals, including the part where we pretend we are not freezing.
- Introduce ourselves to other internationals so we have someone to debate the correct roasting technique for marshmallows.
- Share insider tips on where to find the best wool socks, handcrafted gifts, and misshapen gingerbread we can call "modern art."
- Attend the Elf Workshop so we can craft something adorable or gloriously misshapen (again).
- Watch choir performances and try to identify that one off-key singer (because there's always one, right?).
What we plan not to do (unless we feel like it):
- Stop each other from buying wool products we will never use but feel spiritually connected to.
- Intervene if someone attempts to grill 12 marshmallows at once.
- Translate every Christmas carol, although we might whisper, “This one is about a goat,” at key moments.
- Pretend we do not also get emotional when the choirs sing beside the cathedral glow.
- Stop each other from creating a very interpretive paper ornament.
- Take responsibility if some of us wander off and end up in an impromptu folk-dance circle.
- Offer any scientific PhD-level technicalities for staying warm outdoors in Sweden.
Afternoon Fika
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. Oh.. and yes, the coffee and all that will be provided!
Job Search Workshop
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!
Christmas for All
Time: 17:00 - 20:00
Location: Quality Hotel Globe (Arenaslingan 7, Johanneshov, STOCKHOLM)
Admission: Free (Registration required)
International talents in Uppsala who are curious about Swedish Christmas traditions and don’t mind a short trip to Stockholm are invited to join Belong for Christmas for All, a free and friendly celebration hosted together with Quality Hotel Globe.
Belong is a nonprofit organization based in Stockholm that creates opportunities for newcomers and established Swedes to meet, connect and build community.
Guests can enjoy a cozy Christmas dinner, a Lucia procession, music, crafts, games and dancing around the tree. Families are welcome, and children can explore a fun kids corner where all little ones receive a gift.
Since spaces are limited, Belong encourages early registration. Anyone interested in helping out or getting involved can contact malin.bernhardtz@belong.se
Ask the Hub
Time: 15:00 - 17:00
Location: Online (Meeting link sent in confirmation email)
Admission: Free (Booking required)
Thinking about moving to or living in Uppsala? Our Ask the Hub service is here to help! Book a 15-minute digital session on the first and third Wednesday of each month.
Whether you have questions, need advice, or just want to connect with a friendly face, we’re here for you.
Looking forward to meeting you!
International Julfika!
Time: 17:00-19:00
Location: Hotel Botanika (Skolgatan 45, 753 32 Uppsala)
Admission: Free (Registration required)
As the festive season approaches, we find ourselves eager to gather to celebrate the joy and warmth of the holidays. This year, we're hosting a Julfika gathering and would be honored to have you join us for an evening filled with laughter, delicious treats, and the spirit of togetherness.
We'll be serving some traditional Julfika delights, including lussekatter (saffron buns), kanelbullar (cinnamon buns), and glögg (non-alcoholic mulled wine). The atmosphere will be festive, with twinkling lights, and cozy decorations!
* Limited spaces available. As we will be providing drinks and snacks, please make sure to let us know if you register and can no longer attend.
Warm welcome!
Christmas at Uplands
Dates: 24 and 25 December 2025
Time: 12:00–22:00 for both days
Location: Uplands Nation (S:t Larsgatan 11, Uppsala)
Admission: Free
Every Christmas, the Uplands Nation house becomes a cozy meeting place for Uppsala’s international community; researchers settling into their new roles, students staying over the break, and professionals who’ve made Uppsala their temporary or long-term home. The tradition started back in 1969 with a handful of students who couldn’t travel, and it’s grown into one of the city’s most welcoming holiday gatherings.
Local restaurants donate the food, volunteers handle the warm atmosphere, and the whole event stays relaxed, inclusive, and alcohol-free. Each year, people from all over the world drop by—sharing a meal, trading stories about their countries’ holiday customs, and discovering new connections in the process.
From noon to ten on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, the nation house buzzes with friendly conversations, familiar and unfamiliar traditions, and that comforting feeling that Uppsala can be home, even when your real one is far away.
Events Happening Around Uppsala
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