
Karrusel 2026
Karrusel 2026 is a festival at Refshaleøen in Copenhagen on August 27.

Karrusel 2026 is a festival at Refshaleøen in Copenhagen on August 27.

American indie-pop band The Neighbourhood performs at Royal Arena in Copenhagen.

American electronic pop band Polica performs at Hotel Cecil in Copenhagen.

Body Rhythm Factory performs a free concert for children and young people featuring music, body percussion and theatrical humour on the playground in Lergravsparken.

Late-night electronic music and dance at Hangaren with SKALA, Aja Gulris, and Anders HP.

SÏAN ABLE performs at Hotel Cecil in Copenhagen.

Recorder virtuosos Michala Petri and Bolette Roed reunite for an evening of playful duets spanning Telemann, Bach, Mozart, and other classical masters at Copenhagen's Vor Frelsers Kirke.

A club night with three bands from Copenhagen's alternative scene at Råhuset, presented by the Sigurdsgade rehearsal collective.

Diana Estañ, a singer-songwriter from Odense, celebrates her new release with a seven-piece band at Drop inn. Pop, bossa nova, and Latin-influenced music with lyrics in Spanish and English.

Dutch artists transform a courtyard into a living sewing theatre where audiences pedal antique machines to create unique recycled souvenirs.

Release party at Musik Loppen with OG DU LYSER, BBYBITES on the decks, and Josie Amadonna.

A tribute to Lil Mazda featuring friends and family gathering at Rust to remember the artist who never got his own headline show.

Graphic design legend David Carson shares his revolutionary work and unbound creative process in a rare talk and Q&A at the Royal Danish Academy.

Nadja Zwiener performs in Copenhagen on August 27, 2026.

Musicians, poets and actors perform in the Royal Library's garden for a poetic outdoor event.

Three experienced Danish stand-up comedians perform at Comedy Zoo: Carsten Eskelund, Anne Bakland, and André Jakobsen in a 90-minute club night.

Dansk Danseteater's Summer Dance festival takes place in front of the Opera House with the choreography Le Scénario, free performances, and workshops for all ages.

DR Vokalensemblet performs classical vocal music on a summer evening at DR Koncerthuset.

DR Vokalensemblet performs classical vocal music on a summer evening at DR Koncerthuset.

Jazz vocalist Gillian Margot performs an evening exploring the art of vocal jazz.

Dutch artists invite children and adults to sew together on antique sewing machines in this interactive theatre performance filled with recycling and humor.

Mother of Pearl presents their release show at Medley in Copenhagen.

Mikkel Klint Thorius and Michael Schøt comment on the week's news with humour and satire in their current affairs comedy show at Comedy Zoo.

An interactive musical street theatre show by Les Grooms where the audience becomes part of the performance through humour and improvisation.

Ungdomshuset celebrates its 18th anniversary with a vegan gala dinner, welcome drinks, and wine available at the bar.

A musical work-in-progress that examines shame, power, and the right to define one's own narrative.

Tissilawen performs at Mojo Blues Bar in Copenhagen.

Michala Petri and Bolette Roed present a lecture on the recorder's history with musical examples at Kanalhuset. Open to all ages with a chance to speak with the musicians.

Major Business and Mother of Pearl perform together at Medley in Copenhagen.

Matthew Lopez's epic two-part drama about American gay men's lives and legacy continues with part two at the Royal Opera House.

A summer event at Copenhagen Contemporary with live music and social activities, running from 17:30 to 21:00.

Breathwork workshop with Malin Barrling and Janesh Vaidya, where breathing techniques are tailored to each person according to Ayurvedic principles.

Ensemble Geist pairs Golden Age Danish composer Johannes Frederik Frøhlich with contemporary works by Tan Tuan Hao, blending folk traditions and melancholic beauty.

10000 Bees perform at Pavillonen in Fælledparken.

Contemporary dance duet exploring identity through memory and cultural roots, followed by an artist talk with the performers.

Practical first aid course for parents and carers focusing on babies and young children. Three hours combining theory and intensive hands-on training in small groups.

WATT-A-CAFÉ, Osramhuset's new volunteer-run café, opens with mingle-bingo and a music quiz. Free entry and drinks all evening.

Weekly Warhammer 40K club day at Valby Kulturhus where players of all levels can meet, play, and connect with the community.

Prins Gustav Ensemble presents a singing afternoon of classical music and vocal works at Trinitatis Church.

Physical theatre performance on an inflatable stage exploring power and community through acrobatics, burlesque humour, and shifting scenes - with free halal hot dogs.

La Baronnade is a musical street theatre performance where Les Grooms mingles with the audience through humour and improvisation. A free 45-minute show with no registration required.

Portuguese dance performance exploring human connection through contemporary movement, acrobatics and physical dialogue between two artists. Free entry, 30 minutes, for all ages.

Beginner Irish dancing class for children aged 7 and up, learning fundamental traditional choreography to lively music.

Brass musicians from Denmark's Royal Life Guards Band perform at Helligaandskirken. A selection of the country's only professional military music corps presents classical brass music.

Beginner Irish dancing class for adults under 30. Learn traditional choreographies to upbeat music, starting in soft shoes and progressing to hard step shoes.

Beginner Irish dancing class for adults over 30. Learn traditional choreography in soft and hard shoes with rhythmic music.

Bang & Bernhard improvise a unique one-off show based on the audience's hopes and fears, with pianist Michael Sunding creating a complete performance from start to finish in one hour.

The food collective Send Flere Krydderier runs a community kitchen at Union every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, serving seasonal, organic dishes with vegetarian options.

American metal band Mother Of Millions performs at Næstved Metalfest 2026 at Grønnegades Barracks Cultural Center.

Intermediate Irish dancing class for children and teenagers with prior dance experience.

JJSTRZ performs at Arena 305 - Musik och Kulturhus in Copenhagen.

Sinewave night featuring N.E.GIRL and Amazinggaijin at Jolene in Copenhagen.

Open mic night at Knock Knock Comedy Club where comedians try out new material in front of a live audience, from established acts to emerging talent.

Kenyan filmmaker Jinna Mutune Odede shares her work in film and culture, followed by the short film Cocoa Dreams and a meal from Sasaa.

A sound bath and mindfulness session with Anne Viese on Østerbro - a relaxing evening of sound, resonance, and presence.

Weekly playroom for babies and their fathers at Islands Brygge Bibliotek, with free toys and play mats every Thursday.

The Ka'selle Prize 2026 ceremony takes place at Bremen Teater. An evening celebrating Danish cultural achievement and artistic excellence.

Contagious and Creative Circle present a Cannes Lions wrap-up with Alex Jenkins discussing how brands can thrive in uncertain times. Thursday 27th August at Grand Teatret.

Guided tour of the Botanical Garden's 150-year history, featuring the Victorian Palm House and rare plant collections normally closed to the public.

A three-hour inspiration workshop with artist Karen Marie Dehn on abstraction and embroidery based on the Æblehaven project. Open to both beginners and experienced participants.

An intimate poetry salon featuring 8 curated poets in the basement of Literaturhaus.

Bang & Bernhard deliver a one-off improvised performance at Comedy Zoo that will never be staged again.

Danish stand-up comedy night with cocktails at Citizen Comedy Club.

An exclusive sauna and coffee experience at the floating Glaecier club on Refshaleøen. Enjoy panoramic harbour views, a new pool, and unlimited coffee with fellow enthusiasts.

Community dinner with vegetarian food and a talk on children's health at Prismen on Amager, held every other Thursday in odd-numbered weeks.

An evening of philosophy, translation, debate, and music bringing together students, researchers, and philosophy enthusiasts at LiteraturHaus.

L8 hosts a late-night club event at Baggen with music and dancing from 22:00 to 04:00.

Monthly breathwork sessions designed for people who struggle to say no and set boundaries. Choose between Neurodynamic Breathwork and SLOW breathwork, guided by somatic therapist Dina Haabendal.

A guided walking tour through Copenhagen's Cultural Quarter exploring stories of fires, urban development and architecture. The route visits museums and lesser-known sites around Slotsholmen.

Grand Prix Orkestret performs at Bredegaard Festival.

A quiet reading gathering where you can enjoy a book, magazine, or poem while relaxing with an herbal foot bath.

Wrap up the day with a halal hotdog on the grass at Kulbaneparken and discuss your favourite performances.

Author Jesper Stein leads a two-hour writing workshop on crime fiction covering plot, characters and research. Free, but registration required.

Doors open at 18:00. Tickets are priced from DKK 550 to DKK 680 plus fees, with a maximum of 6 tickets per customer. Please note: reserved/seated tickets do not include floor…

Ryan Davis & the Roadhouse Band is an American Americana and country rock project led by songwriter Ryan Davis.

The cloakroom is mandatory at Store VEGA and Lille VEGA, and a fee is charged at check-in. If you use a wheelchair or need to bring a companion due to a disability,

Free legal advice from Copenhagen Lawyers' Legal Aid every Tuesday and Thursday. Anonymous oral consultation without advance booking.

A sensory and movement class for babies aged 3-9 months and their parents, led by a motor skills specialist.

Life drawing and painting session with live models at Valby Kulturhus, open to all skill levels and techniques.

A guided reading group where volunteers lead discussions about short prose texts and poems, with free refreshments provided.

Monthly communal hymn-singing at Holmens Kirke on the last Thursday of each month. All are welcome to join.

Five-week yoga course for new mothers and babies, combining functional training, pelvic floor work, and gentle movement in a supportive group setting.

Gentle yoga class for mothers and their young children at BRØK in Copenhagen.

Self-managed playroom for children aged 0-4 and their parents on Monday and Thursday mornings at Valby Kulturhus, with play equipment and facilities for heating food.

Open painting studio at Kulturstationen Vanløse where anyone can paint without prior experience or registration - every Tuesday and Thursday morning.

Copenhagen Fablab opens its machines and workshops every Thursday - from laser cutters to 3D printers and electronics. Super-users are on hand to help you get started.

A weekly gathering for amateur artists at Valby Kulturhus, where creative people meet to work and collaborate together.

Drop-in community dinner at FLOK on Thursdays. Food served 17:00-18:30, eating until 19:00. Adults 75 kr., children 3-12 years 35 kr.

Copenhagen Architecture Forum's summer celebration features DJ music, refreshments, and snacks alongside the announcement of the 2027 biennial's theme.

Test your music knowledge against other participants in a fun and competitive evening at Citizen Comedy Club.

Weekly queer wrestling and theatrical performance workshop at Warehouse9, where you learn spectacular bumps, stage combat, and character building inspired by camp aesthetics and melodrama.

An immersive sound experience with Zenna Lua at Tiny Church-Tolvkanten, designed for relaxation and mindfulness.

Weekly parent café with health visitors discussing nutrition for infants aged 4-12 months. Presentations, peer support, and Q&A with professionals.

An informal members' gathering with refreshments and talks about the upcoming Applaus season.

A 10-year anniversary guided tour of Frederiksstaden exploring Ofelia Plads, Sankt Annæ Plads and the area's transformation. Discover architectural qualities, climate adaptation and the new connection between city and harbour.

A guided walk through Farvergade's history around 1900, when the street was known for prostitution and taverns before its transformation. Archivist Peter Wessel Hansen shares stories of life among Copenhagen's more colorful residents.

Free guided tour through Frederiksstaden exploring how Copenhagen addresses climate challenges through modern urban planning and architecture.

Free writing workshop with author Ole Ditlev Nielsen. Two hours of focused writing time using the Pomodoro technique for anyone working on a book or writing project.

Expert-led bike tour exploring the architecture and urban development of Amager East, visiting landmarks like CopenHill and Amagerstrand.

A relaxed, beginner-friendly Ukrainian language practice session using games and conversation to help you discuss summer experiences and past events in Ukrainian.

Embroidery workshop with experienced embroiderer Stinne at Grøndalskroen. Late-summer theme, all skill levels welcome - beginner kits included.

Fantasy role-playing game for children and teens (10-16 years) in Valbyparken, where you develop your character in the universe of Niraham. First session is free for new players.

K21 Portrait is an art group dedicated to drawing and painting people. Participants work with pencil, brush, and watercolor, take turns as model and artist, and develop their skills through regular practice and feedback.

A sound walk through Copenhagen's Urbanplanen neighbourhood, featuring real stories from local young people created with Teater Glimt and Amagerplanen.

Weekly community dinner at Café Karen featuring grilled pork souvlaki with potatoes and Greek sides. Adults 105 kr., children 50 kr.

A community dinner celebrating sustainable and plant-based cuisine, with the kitchen team designing the menu and finishing with coffee and cake.
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.

Eight-week morning wellness series alternating between sound baths, yoga and breathwork sessions. No experience needed; breakfast available after each class.

Bus tour to the Indian Spirit 2026 festival departing from Valby station. Tickets available here; departure times and route details on the Facebook event.

Camille Henrot explores art, technology, and humanity's relationship with the world in this exhibition at Copenhagen Contemporary.

Matthew Lopez's two-part drama examines family, heritage, and legacy across generations. Both parts play at the Opera House on Holmen in Copenhagen.

A cultural festival at Karens Minde featuring theatre, music, visual art and workshops for the whole family.

The Royal Danish Theatre presents part one of Matthew Lopez's drama about family, identity, and the ties that bind generations together.

An improv night open to all levels, from seasoned performers to first-timers. Warm-ups, games, and scenes in a relaxed, creative space where everyone plays at their own pace.

Five-week pottery wheel course for intermediate learners. Refresh your techniques and work on new challenges under the guidance of experienced ceramicist Kristine Søe.

Three-session ceramic course for experienced throwers, where you build a teapot from sketch to glazing under the guidance of ceramicist Kristine Søe.

Five-week ceramic course with Rosamunde Brüsch and Camilla Thorup, making cups, vases and narrative objects. Suitable for beginners and experienced makers alike.

Ten-week ceramic course for all levels with trained ceramic designer Stine Jespersen. Independent clay work and various techniques at Vesterbro Library and Cultural Centre.

An exhibition of decoupage works by artist Dorte Kofoed from Amager. Opening reception on Tuesday, June 9, 1-2 p.m. with coffee and a chance to meet the artist.

Local artist Ole Hansen exhibits his work at Brønshøj Kulturhus throughout August, with an opening reception on Friday, August 7.

Ole Hansen, a Brønshøj resident and trained mason, exhibits his artworks in the dining hall at Brønshøj Kulturhus. Opening reception Friday, 7 August at 4 p.m.
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A singles-only social evening for 30-35-year-olds in Copenhagen, designed as an alternative to dating apps with facilitated micro-encounters and meaningful connections.

Exhibition exploring shapeshifting and magic in art and fashion at Copenhagen Contemporary on Refshaleøen.

Guided tour exploring plants as medicine from ancient rituals to modern science, held in Copenhagen's Botanisk Have with included access to Palmehuset.

Improvised comedy without a script, where Danish improvisers create unique shows in the moment. Pianist David T. Mortensen guides the evening with scenes, games and stories born from audience inspiration.

Beginner pottery throwing course over 10 weeks with trained artist Marianne Krumbach. Learn centering, cylinder throwing, trimming, and glazing at Keramikværkstedet in Vesterbro.

Beginner wheel-throwing course with trained ceramicist Marianne Krumbach over 10 weeks. Learn centering, cylinder throwing, trimming, handles, and glazing techniques.

A drawing and writing workshop for people 50+ at Akademiets Skoler, combining illustration with creative writing in a supportive community setting.

Six-week pottery wheel course for those with some experience, combining group instruction and individual guidance to develop technique and tackle larger projects.

Architecture bingo is a free activity where you spot iconic buildings and details around Copenhagen. Pick up a game card at the museum and see who gets a full card first.

Genfund Flea Market is a flea market event running through August and into September at Helligaandskirken in Copenhagen.

Late-night afterparty with DJs Mikkel Ulriksen and Lukas Danys spinning for Rewild and Johan Bech Jespersen at Pylonen.

Two new visual art classes for children aged 8-12, run by Copenhagen Culture Schools, with drawing, painting, sculpture and more under experienced guidance.

A therapy group exploring personal evolution through archetypal stages of self-discovery, from The Innocent to The Phoenix, guiding you toward wholeness and inner wisdom.

A relaxed midweek wine gathering with Esther Urioste at Baggen. Perfect for wine enthusiasts looking for a casual evening.

Structured evening theatre classes for adults covering acting and stage technique.