Activities to Engage in with Children in Sweden Prior to School Resumption
Summer Fun Awaits Children in Swedish Museums and Theme Parks
In Sweden, the summer season is filled with a variety of activities for children in art galleries, museums, and theme parks. These venues offer a unique blend of cultural enrichment and entertainment, making for an enjoyable and educational experience for young visitors.
One of the highlights of the summer is the traditional Midsummer festivities at Skansen Open-Air Museum in Stockholm. Here, children can participate in folk music, dance, and craft-making, immersing themselves in Swedish heritage and culture [1].
For those seeking adventure and excitement, Liseberg in Gothenburg is a popular destination. With its array of rides, live entertainment, and family games, Liseberg offers a fun-filled day out for children of all ages [4].
Beyond traditional museums and theme parks, outdoor educational experiences are also part of summer programs in some locations. Treasure hunts and nature hikes linked to cultural heritage can be found in the archipelago or forests, providing a blend of education and adventure for children [3].
Some of the key summer activities for children in Swedish galleries, museums, and theme parks include:
- Traditional Midsummer festivities with dance, music, and craft-making (e.g., Skansen) [1]
- Theme park rides, live entertainment, and family games at Liseberg [4]
- Outdoor educational experiences like treasure hunts and nature hikes linked to cultural heritage in the archipelago or forests [3]
To stay updated on the latest children's programming, it is recommended to check the websites of major Swedish museums, theme parks, and cultural institutions. Summer events often vary year to year and may require advance booking [1][4].
In addition to the traditional offerings, several museums and cultural centers have unique and exciting activities planned for the summer. For instance, the Malmö Museum offers medieval-themed activities in its inner courtyard until August 8th [2]. Universeum in Gothenburg focuses on dinosaur-based activities and shows for families during the summer holidays [5]. Tekniska, the National Museum of Science and Technology in Stockholm, has a summer programme from July 1st to August 12th, featuring Tech Puppy, a robot dog made by Swedish tech company Ericsson [6].
ArkDes also has a summer programme with a TrollTivoli for children at Utsikten, the museum's outdoor play area, until August 24th [7]. The Malmö festival, running from August 8th to August 15th, offers a range of activities for children, including theatrical performances and an inflatable cinema run by the BUFF, the children's film festival [8].
Kulturen, the outdoor museum in Lund, has a Hans Christian Andersen-themed interactive exhibition and drop-in craft workshops [9]. Malmö Konsthall is running an activity at the Barnlandet arena during the Malmö festival [10]. The Maritime Museum and Aquarium in Gothenburg has two children's play areas: Knattegatt and Stora blå [11].
Stockholm City Theatre has been putting on summer performances for children in squares and parks since 1942, with their programme available online [12]. Skansen in Stockholm has a Barnens Festival on August 17th [13]. The World of Volvo exhibition in Gothenburg has a summer offer for families to its 'driving school for children' [14].
Entry to the Moderna Museet is free for under 19s, or 150 kronor for adults, and includes access to the summer workshops [15]. Tickets to Kulturen museum cost 150 kronor for adults, free entry for under-18s [16].
For a complete list of summer activities and programmes for children in Sweden, be sure to visit the websites of your favourite museums, theme parks, and cultural institutions. Happy summer exploring!
- In Sweden, museums and cultural institutions offer not only educational experiences but also fashion and beauty events, as Malmö Museum is hosting medieval-themed activities [2].
- Food and drink enthusiasts can find summer programs that focus on culinary delights, such as Tekniska's Tech Puppy, a robot dog made by Swedish tech company Ericsson [6].
- For those seeking a blend of home and garden inspiration and educational activities, the ArkDes summer program includes TrollTivoli for children [7].
- Traveling families can incorporate pet-friendly vacations into their summer adventures, with the World of Volvo exhibition in Gothenburg offering a summer offer for its 'driving school for children' [14].
- As for shopping, children can participate in drop-in craft workshops at Kulturen, an outdoor museum in Lund, inspired by Hans Christian Andersen [9].
