132 events for the next 18 months
Artist Oliver Streich leads a drawing and painting workshop for children and young people at Svendborg Library. Learn techniques from an experienced illustrator and children's book artist.
A children's workshop where kids and adults build kites together at Svendborg Library.
Free knitting café at the library every Tuesday, where you can get help learning or solving knitting challenges with an experienced instructor.
Free board game café at Svendborg Library open to all skill levels. Bring your own games or choose from the library's growing collection.
A casual knitting and crochet gathering for all ages that meets every Tuesday without advance sign-up. Free entry; bring your own refreshments.
A children's workshop where you print patterns on a library bag using potato stamps. Free and no booking needed.
A reading club at Svendborg Library dedicated to authors from the new canon list. The library sends books in advance, with monthly meetings from October 2026 through May 2027.
Concert with singer Alice Howe at Svendborg Community Center.
A librarian reads aloud from literature every Wednesday morning in the Garden Room at Svendborg Library. Free and open to all, no booking needed.
Free lantern-making workshop at Svendborg Library where you can create a lantern for the Parade of the Living and the Dead with guidance from experienced instructors.
Children and families create troll faces on forest trees using natural materials in a hands-on woodland activity.
A creative nature art workshop for children and families: forest walk, nature collection, and clay art with self-hardening clay at Thurø Scout Hut.
Søren Manscher performs at Vinylen in Svendborg.
A reading club exploring literature from around the world, meeting monthly at Svendborg Library. New members can join free for the entire season.
A family-friendly morning in the forest where children and adults gather autumn leaves and sticks to craft magical elves and figures at the scout hut.
New Orleans funk with Hammond organ and guitar wizardry at Kammerateriet. An evening inspired by The New Mastersounds, blending funk, soul and jazz.
A musical youth production by Teater VITO about growing up today, blending humour and serious reflection for audiences of all ages.
A musical youth production exploring what it means to be young today, blending humour with serious reflection for audiences of all ages.
A free knitting and needlework group that meets on odd Mondays at Thurø Library. Bring your own cup and 2 kr. if you'd like tea.
Werner Funder presents his eighth novel about his grandmother Lempi, an undocumented immigrant who lived a precarious life in early 1900s Copenhagen.
Free lecture on digital security at Svendborg Library, covering fraud prevention and safe online practices.
Author Anne-Grethe Bjarup Riis discusses the development of the Egeskov series, a historical drama about Denmark from 1874, created with co-author Thomas Rydahl.
A guided group singing session at the library with themed songs, conversation, and refreshments. Free, but advance booking required.
A library introduction for school classes covering library cards, book locations, borrowing procedures, and what the Children's and Youth Library offers.
Signe Svendsen performs at Svendborg Teater.
Journalist Bjørg Tulinus explores Hartmut Rosa's philosophy of resonance as an antidote to the modern person's struggle with acceleration and the search for meaning.
An open conversation circle at Johannes Jørgensen's House exploring faith through listening, sharing, and reflection with no predetermined answers or pressure to agree.
The Children's Library in Svendborg invites you to the annual Parade for the Living and the Dead with the theme "In Heaven". Meet at the library at 17:00 for dinner and preparation, then parade at 18:30.
Billie and the Bell perform at Spillestedet Harders in Svendborg.
Jesper Lohmann and his orchestra present an evening of music and entertainment at Svendborg Teater.
POWERSOLO performs at Spillestedet Harders in Svendborg, doors and show starting at 20:00.
Annual event addressing oxygen depletion in the South Funen Archipelago, bringing together young people, politicians, and experts. Features musical interludes with group songs about the sea and nature.
A creative workshop for 3rd and 4th graders exploring fables and fantastic stories through illustration and storytelling with Oliver Streich.
A cinema trip to Scala Svendborg featuring the Danish drama "The Second Victim", with Trine Dyrholm as a doctor facing a life-changing night shift at the hospital.
Librarians recommend essential reads for emergencies and crisis situations. A book café where you discover reading inspiration for when the power goes out or worse.
A guided group reading session where texts are read aloud with pauses for discussion. The group meets roughly every two weeks.
Ejnar Kanding performs at Sørup Kirke in Svendborg on 27 October 2026.
Karen-Marie Lillelund delivers a lecture titled "While We Wait for the Strategy" in Svendborg.
Free museum visit to Danmarks Forsorgsmuseum in Svendborg, featuring the new exhibition 'The Unworthy' about 19 historical figures.
A guided group reading session where texts are read aloud with pauses for discussion. Free event at the library with registration required.
CREATE Festival invites volunteers to a meeting at Svendborg Library. Meet fellow volunteers, learn about the 2027 festival, enjoy pizza and drinks, and become part of the community that creates the festival atmosphere.
Concert with Ejnar Kanding at the Church of Our Lady in Svendborg.
A tribute band celebrating Creedence Clearwater Revival's greatest hits from the 1960s and 1970s.
A fashion inspiration evening at NIELSENs featuring runway looks, styling advice and seasonal trends, with a raffle, complimentary gift and refreshments.
A literary dinner where chef Michael Hansen from Kulinarisk Sydfyn serves dishes inspired by food-related texts, read aloud between courses.
An open conversation space at Johannes Jørgensen's House where participants discuss hope, listen to each other, and reflect together without pressure to agree.
Hans Wendelboe Bøcher shares the personal story of his great-grandmother Marie Dorthea, who spent years at the Svendborg Poorhouse, separated from her children, before her fate was finally uncovered.
Annual meeting of the Danish Nature Conservation Society featuring a lecture by Christina Elvira Dahl on balancing nature protection and consumption, songs, and board elections.
American singer-songwriter Alex Vargas performs live at Borgerforeningen - Guldsalen in Svendborg.
karla.k performs at Spillestedet Harders in Svendborg.
Kalaha performs live at Spillestedet Harders in Svendborg.
Indoor flea and craft market with secondhand goods, retro items, antiques and new merchandise from private and professional vendors.
American indie-rock band Dodo and the Dodos performs at Borgerforeningen - Guldsalen in Svendborg on Halloween.
Children's art exhibition featuring works by young artists of all ages, curated by visual artist Oliver Streich. The theme is Fantasies and Fables, with the opening reception on Sunday, November 1st.
School programme for grades 6-7 featuring a book tasting at the library, a class set of the Alisik comic series, and a drawing workshop with illustrator Helge Vogt at CREATE Festival.
A lecture on coffee's global significance, ecosystem services, and sustainable farming practices. Free admission.
A lecture on Danish music during the occupation, from the 1930s through the post-war reckoning, framed by communal singing.
A guided group reading at Danmarks Kostumarium where a reader performs the text in sections and participants share their thoughts and memories. Free, but registration required.
A morning gathering for parents on parental leave with babies at the library, featuring guided shared reading, art and refreshments.
kind mod kind at Borgerforeningen - Guldsalen in Svendborg.
Svendborg Library celebrates 2-year-olds with songs, games, and a book gift.
A school performance for grades 4-6 exploring children's experiences, stories, and rights through time, with books reflecting today's world.
A children's exhibition of bedtime stories at Svendborg Library, leading up to an interactive dance and circus show.
A Nordic reading event where Svendborg joins simultaneous readings of Johannes Anyurus' novel, followed by Nordic songs with Mette Sanggaard.
Interactive cooking show with Mette Blomsterberg about making vegetables appealing to children, followed by a shared family dinner.
Canadian singer-songwriter David Francey performs an intimate acoustic concert blending original songs with storytelling.
Creative workshop for young children exploring nature, senses and colours ahead of the CREATE Festival.
A lecture exploring Europe's future after conflict, examining potential routes to peace and continental stability.
Agnete Sand recounts the life of Nielsine Nielsen, Denmark's first female doctor, a Svendborg woman who challenged social norms and pioneered women's medical education.
DR's Family Kitchen School invites families to cook together and explore new recipes at Thurø Skole in Svendborg.
Pligten Kalder performs at Borgerforeningen - Guldsalen in Svendborg on 11 November 2026.
A three-session dramatic reading club where participants read excerpts aloud, assign roles, and discuss texts with a facilitator. No experience needed, just curiosity about theatre.
A listening club exploring folk music from Greenwich Village and beyond, with stories about Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell, Simon and Garfunkel, and other artists. Bring your favorite records and share what they mean to you.
Peter Sommer performs a concert at Svendborg Teater.
A creative daytime activity for young children featuring play with nature, senses and colours, leading up to the CREATE Festival.
An open conversation circle at Johannes Jørgensen's House exploring love through diverse perspectives, with no experts or predetermined answers - just genuine dialogue.
Short film clips bring comic books and graphic novels to life with sound and music, featuring artists from the CREATE festival 2027.
Majesty, the UK's number one Queen tribute band, performs the legendary rock band's greatest hits in an authentic, high-energy show.
Theatre performance at Svendborg Teater.
The Danish band Absurd performs live at Borgerforeningen - Guldsalen in Svendborg.
An outdoor sensory exploration of spruce needles for children at the Library Garden, featuring smells, tastes and storytelling.
'Onkel Reje' is a classic Danish theatre production performed at Svendborg Teater on 15 November 2026.
A lecture exploring seaweed and algae as solutions to climate and food challenges, with tastings included.
Join Svendborg Library's reading club as part of Denmark's DR Novel Club, voting on this year's prize-winning Danish novel. Monthly meetings feature contemporary works from 2026.
Danish actress Bodil Jørgensen performs at Svendborg Teater.
A creative daytime programme for young children at Svendborg Library, exploring nature, senses and colours ahead of CREATE Festival.
A one-hour talk on how Svendborg Harbour faces climate challenges and how the city plans to protect itself while creating new waterfront spaces.
An informal book club where readers gather to discuss their recent reads and exchange recommendations over coffee.
A reading evening for children at the Children's Library featuring pizza, a quiz, and cosy reading nooks.
Speed dating event for singles aged 30-45 in Svendborg. Meet 6-12 potential partners in short 7-10 minute conversations, then receive contact details for your matches.
Classic Danish theatre production at Svendborg Teater.
Nive and the Deer Children perform at Spillestedet Harders in Svendborg.
Homemade pasta and curated wines at Nr. 13 in Svendborg. Ivan guides guests through a multi-course menu with stories about ingredients and culinary craft.
Speed dating event for singles aged 45-60, where participants meet each other in short 7-10 minute dates over several rounds.
An evening of handmade pasta and fine wine at Nr. 13 in Svendborg, where Ivan presents multiple courses paired with carefully selected wines that complement the menu throughout.
A family-friendly theatre show featuring dance, circus and fantasy creatures, with duvets as the central props. The themes explore friendship and bedtime.
Charlotte Weitze discusses her literary work and her new novel Wolf's Milk, which unfolds across two timelines in Jylland from 1872 to 2040, weaving together folklore collection, artificial intelligence, and wolf stories.
Librarians Dorte and Kasper lead a guided group singing session with discussion about the meaning of the lyrics. Coffee and refreshments are served.
Hjalmer performs at Svendborg Teater on 26 November 2026.
Hjalmer performs in Svendborg on November 26, 2026.
A book café exploring how literature imagines the future and humanity's place in an increasingly digital world.
Danish rock band Carpark North performs at Borgerforeningen - Guldsalen in Svendborg.
Nikolaj Stokholm performs with Stokkefar in Svendborg.
Lord Siva performs at Borgerforeningen - Guldsalen in Svendborg.
Stand-up comedian Nikolaj Stokholm performs at Svendborg Teater.
Family film screening at Scala Svendborg: "The Hunt for Christmas Magic" is an adventure about rediscovering the spirit of Christmas.
Children can hunt for the Moomins and their friends at the Children's Library in Svendborg in this free activity.
Kondit&Dat hosts a cake table afternoon at Svendborg Golf Club with homemade cakes and pastries.
A guided group reading with a Christmas theme at Café Væredygtig, where participants enjoy coffee, tea and cake while a reading guide shares a text and leads discussion.
A lecture exploring the role of language in daily life, presented at SEF in Svendborg.
Emma Smith performs at Svendborg Teater.
An inspiring evening with three bird experts sharing their observations and passion for the world of birds. Tapas, conversation and insights into nature's winged inhabitants.
A school workshop for grades 1-3 exploring fairy tales and stories that subvert the familiar, inspired by BaggårdTeatret's theatre production.
Søren Huss performs at Svendborg Teater.
Join Svendborg Library's reading club to discuss and judge Danish novels competing for the DR Romanpris award.
An advent concert featuring four musicians performing classical Christmas melodies and December songs, with audience participation in carols and homemade advent cakes.
Katrine Muff performs at Tved Kirke in Svendborg on December 15, 2026.
The animated film "The Great Journey" is shown for kindergarten children aged 4-5 in the Children's Library. The film follows a young owl chick on an adventurous journey to find his mother.
An award-winning animated film about a young owl's journey, followed by a hands-on workshop where children create their own owl character to take home.
Artists from the CREATE Festival showcase their work to school classes at SAK. Students explore the exhibition and draw themselves while encountering works by award-winning artists such as Peter Kuper and Rebecca Dautremer.
A wordless animated short for primary school students, followed by a hands-on workshop where they create and animate their own characters.
Animation workshop for children aged 4-5 at Svendborg Library, where participants explore how things can be set in motion and transformed.
School screening of the Japanese animated film Suzume for grades 8-9 in Svendborg Municipality, where a young girl must close mysterious doors threatening Japan.
The children's library hosts an animation play workshop for ages 4-7, where children explore how objects can magically come to life and transform.
Creative workshop for children aged 8-12 exploring mythological creatures through comics and hands-on drawing.
School class tour at Svendborg Library with comic book workshop based on 'The Mythical - The Endless Winter'. Students meet the author and illustrator, explore mythological creatures and create their own.
Finnish author Miila Westin visits Svendborg Library to discuss the comic series The Mythics and lead drawing exercises with grades 4-5 students.
Lizzy Iz Dizzy brings Danish rock classics to life at Kammerateriet in Svendborg with full energy and commitment.
Large indoor flea and craft market at Arena Svendborg featuring secondhand goods, vintage, antique items and home furnishings from vendors across Denmark.
Søren Bebe Trio brings Scandinavian jazz rooted in folk and hymn traditions to Vor Frue Kirke as part of their European tour marking their tenth album and 20-year milestone.
The library introduces grades 4-6 students to Summer Book 2027 with book presentations and time to explore the collection.
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Free mushroom foraging walk in Sofielundskoven led by experienced DN Svendborg experts. Limited to 50 participants - advance registration required.
Danish musician Elias Rønnenfelt performs at Spillestedet Harders in Svendborg.
Drømmer Om performs at Spillestedet Kammerateriet in Svendborg.
Pianist and composer Claus Hempler performs in Svendborg.
Per Sauer tells the story of Kim Larsen's life through music and words, from his early years to his time with Gasolin.
Speed dating event for singles aged 25-40 in Svendborg where you meet 6-12 potential dating partners in a short time.
Speed dating event for singles aged 40-55 in Svendborg, where you meet 6-12 potential dating partners in a short time.
An embroidery workshop with Kris Jensen where you can create your own work or join a collaborative project, no experience required.
An open conversation forum where people gather to discuss identity without experts or predetermined answers, simply sharing and listening to different perspectives.
Movement Fables is a playful art and movement programme for toddlers (0-3 years) at Svendborg Library, inspired by Oliver Streich's visual universe.
The music librarian explores Crunchy Frog, one of Denmark's most important independent record labels, through music and stories. Bring your favourite records and join the conversation.
Thurø Library welcomes newly arrived families with children to learn about cultural activities, associations, and community networks in Svendborg, with a shared dinner included.
A guided group reading at Spillestedet Harders where a reader shares a text in segments and participants discuss their thoughts and memories together.
A booktalk about the nominated books for the Orlaprisen award, designed for students in grades 4-6 at Svendborg Library.
A movement and art workshop for 3-5-year-olds at the Children's Library, exploring body and creativity through play inspired by Oliver Streich's visual world.
A lecture on the world's most fascinating whales - from the tiny harbour porpoise to the giant sperm whale - and how we can live sustainably alongside these ocean apex predators.
Flemming Splidsboel Hansen analyzes the world's geopolitical crises - from the war in Ukraine to Middle Eastern conflicts and nuclear threats.
English classics reading club meeting monthly at Svendborg Library from October 2026 to April 2027, with books read in Danish.
Danish punk band Afskum performs live at Spillestedet Harders in Svendborg.
Shu-Bi-Dua 2.0 brings their signature blend of rock, pop and humour to Guldsalen in Svendborg.
Singer-songwriter Esben Just performs a concert in Svendborg.
A lecture exploring the challenges facing the pension system and examining potential solutions to the growing pressures on pensions.
Svendborg Library's reading club meets monthly to discuss classic literature and contemporary works with classic potential. Free for members, registration required.
Christian Fuhlendorff shares his journey of growing up with dyslexia and transforming this challenge into a strength. An evening about self-acceptance, courage, and daring to walk your own path.
The children's library brings stories about food, colours and nature to Egense Forsamlingshus, followed by an optional community meal.
Art workshop for 3-5-year-olds at the Children's Library where kids create creatures for an art exhibition. Registration required.
A book talk at Svendborg Library for teenagers with reading difficulties and a parent or guardian, featuring book recommendations, pizza, and drinks.
Information evening at Svendborg Library about volunteering for CREATE Festival 2027, with the library team sharing details and providing pizza and refreshments.
An art reading club where participants discuss books about art and art history. Meets at SAK in Svendborg with free entry and books provided by the library.
A book talk at Svendborg Library where children with reading difficulties and their adults receive book recommendations and enjoy refreshments together.
Art workshop for children aged 0-3 at Svendborg Library, where young participants create imaginative creatures for the Children's Art Exhibition.
The Yu-Gi-Oh club gathers at the library for card games, trading, and community. Free entry with decks provided for all ages from 8 and up.
Mads Toghøj performs at Borgerforeningen - Black Box in Svendborg.
Teater Ava's puppet show about the mouse Frederik, who collects memories instead of supplies. A story about diversity and community for children aged 3-5.
A reading club where members read a book, watch its film adaptation, and discuss both together. First meeting 25 September at the library.
Brazilian singer Sahra da Silva performs live at Giant Steps in Svendborg.
Guided group reading exploring technology, human life, and society at Svendborg Library. Texts are read aloud with pauses for discussion - join as you are.
A musical puppet show for young children about the mouse Frederik, who collects colors and scents instead of helping with the autumn harvest.
Four stand-up comedy drag queens perform in Svendborg with stand-up, a drag battle, and audience interaction.
A book cafe discussion about friendship and its many forms, exploring what friends mean to us through literature and shared experiences.
A reading club at Svendborg Library where members discuss classic literature together. Free for new members, but registration is required.
German band Die Herren performs at Borgerforeningen - Guldsalen in Svendborg.
Musician Martin Schack performs at Giant Steps in Svendborg.
A concert and storytelling experience celebrating 40 years of Paul Simon's 'Graceland', featuring live performances and the stories behind the album's creation and cultural impact.
A talk exploring how health and lifestyle choices can help prevent dementia, with practical insights into preventive strategies.
Author Claus Skytte presents his debut novel about a middle-aged DJ struggling with his past at Svendborg Library. A free event with no advance booking needed.
Author Trine Juul presents her poetry collection about living with dyslexia to grades 4-6 at Svendborg Library.
A guided tour of Hvidkilde park combining castle history with bat-watching. Experts from the Danish Nature Conservation Association explain bat behaviour and use detectors to make their ultrasound audible to humans.
Danmarks Forsorgsmuseum celebrates the centenary of the red workers' songbook with a communal singing session outdoors at Fattiggården.
A poetic afternoon of communal singing, readings, and picnicking in the garden of the historic Johannes Jørgensen home on Thurø.
Art exhibition in the courtyard of Svendborg Library featuring works titled "My Brain is a Snow Globe", open to all without advance registration.
Stand-up comedian Peter Werner performs at Svendborg Teater on 13 September 2026.
School visit to the library with the picture book 'Haps' - students explore images, storytelling, and sensory development.
A lecture about real people and their struggles from the exhibition "The Unworthy" at Danmarks Forsorgsmuseum, presented by Jeppe Wichmann Dam Rasmussen.
A themed afternoon for school librarians and teachers exploring new trends in children's and youth literature at Svendborg Library.
Picture book activity for young children where Omar and Dagmar plant morning glories and strawberries. For ages 3-5 at Svendborg Library.
A lecture exploring the universe's expansion, the Big Bang and dark matter through Einstein's relativity and contemporary cosmological research.
A guided group singing evening at Svendborg Library led by librarians Dorte and Kasper, with songs around a theme and refreshments.
Hannah Rarity performs at Spillestedet Harders in Svendborg.
A community hay harvest event in Svendborg where participants of all ages can learn traditional scythe work while helping restore a wildflower meadow.
Free health screening at the library offering blood pressure, lung function, oxygen saturation, body fat and fitness assessments.
A musical puppet show about the mouse Frederik at the Children's Library in Svendborg. Teater AVA tells a story of community and diversity through music, puppets and shadow play.
Author Andrea Paluch discusses her novel about Ruth Berlau, actress and collaborator of Bertolt Brecht, at the house where they first met.
SPLIT:TED performs at Spillestedet Harders in Svendborg.
A free film workshop where participants create their own stop-motion film inspired by the Sundarban mangrove forest in India.
Popsi og Krelle perform at Guldsalen in Svendborg.
A monthly reading club at Svendborg Library dedicated to Nordic novels, combining intimate storytelling with profound human themes. Free to join with registration.
A listening club exploring iconic songs forever tied to films, from Casablanca to Pulp Fiction. Bring your favorite records and share their stories with the music librarian.
Librarians present Svendborg Library's reading club programme for 2026/27, with a chance to meet fellow readers and join a club.
A monthly reading club at Svendborg Library where members discuss accessible literary fiction. New members welcome; free entry with registration required.
Svendborg Library invites grades 7-9 to a free booktasting featuring books inspired by the film Uproar, exploring themes of identity, courage, and self-acceptance.
Sing along with professional opera singers under conductor Povl Chr. Balslev at Thurøbund. An evening of group singing, solo performances, and summer cake.
A guided evening tour in Tåsinge Vejle featuring thousands of roosting birds and emerging bats, with bat detectors to listen to their echolocation. Free and open to all.
A guided sailing tour on Svendborgsund with KAJA, featuring local historian Gustav Dybbro discussing the 60-year history of the ferry route and bridge.
Sound designer Rasmus Jon guides you through a sensory experience where audio and taste merge in three short sessions. A unique event created by film students.
Linguist Michael Ejstrup and literature communicator Nanna Ask discuss how language shapes film and television - exploring dialects, intonation, and the power of linguistic choices to build character and identity.
A booktalk exploring complex mother-child relationships through literature, followed by a screening of 'Mors drenge' at Svendborg Library.
Pharmacist Helle Egebjerg Andersen shares the latest research on brain health, covering how diet, sleep, exercise, and stress affect memory, concentration, and well-being throughout life.
Embroidery workshop with Trine Runge Jessen, where you'll stitch iconic film quotes. The evening starts with a shared dinner and continues with a creative workshop - no experience needed.
Signature menu inspired by 'Druk' followed by a film screening in Krøyers Have. Carsten Lundings Køkken serves an elegant three-course dinner that mirrors the film's contrasts between joy and gravity.
Performance in Svendborg with doors opening 30 minutes before the 17:00 start. Children under 3 free on an adult's lap; other tickets 180 kr. Running time approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.
Themed dinner menu inspired by 'Stand by Me' - grilled cheese, snobrød, and blueberry tart under the trees in Svendborg, followed by the film screening.
A culinary experience where Café Gerrits' tapas menu interprets the film 'Mænd & Høns' through flavour and texture, followed by acoustic music and a film screening in Krøyers Have.
Solve a murder mystery set during a film production in Svendborg. Work as a team to uncover clues, crack codes, and find the culprit before time runs out.
A curated dinner inspired by Dirch Passer's favourite Danish dishes, followed by a screening of the film 'Dirch' at SVEND Film Days in Svendborg.
A conversation with director Christian Bonke and museum director Sarah Smed about the film 'Hercules Falls', exploring how veterans adjust to civilian life and society's role in their homecoming.
Guided tour through Danmarks Forsorgsmuseum's historic poorhouse in Svendborg, exploring life in a 19th-century workhouse. Optional conversation about veterans follows.
A family-friendly communal meal at Svendborg Children's Library with Den Grønne Pause, centred around apples.
The children's library offers a curated book bag with classic titles by Ole Lund Kirkegaard for reading aloud to grades 1-3.
Free outdoor Shakespeare performance by the artist collective SHAKES and Folketeatret in SAK's garden, bringing the Bard's works to everyone.
Exhibition of illustrations from the picture book about Omar and Dagmar growing flowers and vegetables on a balcony. Free admission in the library courtyard.
