Afskum
Sat 26.9.
VoxHall, Aarhus
Danish punk band Afskum plays at VoxHall in Aarhus.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 in Aarhus
Starting today
Yör
Sat 26.9.
20:00
Train, Aarhus
Icelandic band Yör performs at Train in Aarhus.
Yor
Sat 26.9.
20:00
Track, Aarhus
Yor performs at Track in Aarhus on 26 September 2026.
Green Grab: Press Apples into Cider
Sat 26.9.
10:00
Hasle Bibliotek, Aarhus
Free
Community apple-pressing event on the square by Hasle Library, where you can press your own apples into cider and enjoy tastings and homemade apple cake.
Speed Dating with Sex & Samfund
Sat 26.9.
21:00
Kulturbodega Bellis, Aarhus
0 kr.
A speed dating evening hosted by Kulturbodega Bellis and Sex & Samfund, featuring conversation, wine, and the chance to meet new people.
Danish String Quartet
Sat 26.9.
19:30
Lille Sal Musikhuset, Aarhus
The Danish String Quartet performs classical chamber music at Lille Sal in Musikhuset, Aarhus.
Weekend Grin
Sat 26.9.
20:00
Aarhus Comedy Club, Aarhus
120–145 kr. · ≈ 16–19 €
Stand-up comedy night with Daniel Lill, Søren Ladefoged, and Thor Overbeck at Aarhus Comedy Club - two 40-minute sets with a break.
Surroundings that Make the Brain Happy - Nature and Architecture
Sat 26.9.
14:00
Hovedbiblioteket, Aarhus
Free
Two researchers explore how architecture, light, sound and nature affect brain health and wellbeing - and what it means for future building and our daily lives.
Concussion - How Do We Solve the Gordian Knot?
Sat 26.9.
14:30
Hovedbiblioteket, Aarhus
50 kr. · ≈ 7 €
Two neurology experts discuss concussion, treatment, and research at Folkeuniversitetet's Hearts & Minds knowledge festival.
The Mystery of Consciousness
Sat 26.9.
14:30
Hovedbiblioteket, Aarhus
50 kr. · ≈ 7 €
A psychologist and philosopher explore consciousness from neuroscience and philosophy perspectives, examining why it remains one of science's greatest unsolved mysteries.
Longevity - What's Up and Down in the Quest for Eternal Life?
Sat 26.9.
16:00
Hovedbiblioteket, Aarhus
50 kr. · ≈ 7 €
An aging researcher and philosopher discuss longevity, the science of aging, and the boundaries between evidence and popular health myths.
Depression in a New Light - What Does the Immune System Do to the Mind?
Sat 26.9.
10:00
Hovedbiblioteket, Aarhus
Free
Brain researcher Anna Mathia Klawonn from Aarhus University presents new research on the immune system's role in depression and potential treatment approaches.
Around ADHD
Sat 26.9.
10:00
Hovedbiblioteket, Aarhus
50 kr. · ≈ 7 €
Chief physician Per Hove Thomsen and Christian Cherry from the LIFE Foundation discuss ADHD - symptoms, causes, and treatment - in a conversation recorded for the podcast series 'Genistreg'.
Grief - When Life Hurts Most
Sat 26.9.
10:00
Hovedbiblioteket, Aarhus
50 kr. · ≈ 7 €
Psychology professor Maja O'Connor explores grief as a fundamental emotion that moves through us unpredictably, drawing on research to challenge fixed-stage models and embrace individual grieving paths.
Understanding Pain
Sat 26.9.
11:30
Hovedbiblioteket, Aarhus
50 kr. · ≈ 7 €
Understanding Pain: professor Thomas Graven-Nielsen from Aalborg University and host Christian Cherry discuss the biology of pain, why it becomes chronic, and modern treatment options.
Pleasure and Neurogastronomy
Sat 26.9.
12:00
Hovedbiblioteket, Aarhus
Free
A physician and chef explore how smell, memory, and context shape our taste experience in this neurogastronomy discussion.
The Psychology of Addiction - Why Your Brain Tricks You
Sat 26.9.
13:00
Hovedbiblioteket, Aarhus
50 kr. · ≈ 7 €
Psychologist Jakob Linnet explains how addiction develops in the brain and shares practical tools to understand and break harmful patterns.
Dart & Mingle in Aarhus 45-65 years
Sat 26.9.
15:00
The Golden Lion, Aarhus
125 kr. · ≈ 17 €
Dart & Mingle is an afternoon event for single people aged 45-65, where participants play dart in teams and meet new people at The Golden Lion in Aarhus.
PERMANOIA + Special Guest: WILDR
Sat 26.9.
Hq, Aarhus
PERMANOIA takes the stage at Hq in Aarhus, joined by special guest WILDR.
Hunting in Denmark - in harmony with nature?
Sat 26.9.
13:00
Aarhus
free tilmelding; buff…
A theme day exploring Danish hunting and wildlife management with expert presentations on its purpose, practice, and impact on nature and biodiversity.
Sleep Lounge
Sat 26.9.
14:45
Hovedbiblioteket, Aarhus
50 kr. · ≈ 7 €
Sleep researcher Bobby Zacharie from Aarhus University guides you through sleep science and relaxation at the main library - part of Folkeuniversitetet's knowledge festival.
Sound for the Nervous System
Sat 26.9.
16:00
Hovedbiblioteket, Aarhus
Free
Neurobiologist Karen Johanne Pallesen and sound therapist Mette Sandstrøm explore how music affects the nervous system and mental wellbeing through expert knowledge and guided sound experiences.
Morning Run: A- and B-People
Sat 26.9.
10:00
Hovedbiblioteket, Aarhus
50 kr. · ≈ 7 €
A morning run combined with a talk on circadian rhythms and running technique. Sleep researcher Mette Kragh explains how the brain's internal clock affects energy and health, while running coach Henrik Mikkelsen guides participants through running exercises before a group run.
Functional Disorders - Brain and Body in Alarm Mode
Sat 26.9.
11:00
Hovedbiblioteket, Aarhus
Free
A doctor and patient representative explore functional disorders like fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue - their causes, symptoms, and treatment approaches.
OCD - When Thoughts and Compulsions Take Control
Sat 26.9.
11:30
Hovedbiblioteket, Aarhus
50 kr. · ≈ 7 €
Clinical psychologist Michelle Sophia Lange Bachmann discusses OCD - its causes, symptoms, and modern treatments. Part of Folkeuniversitetet's Hearts & Minds knowledge festival.
Do Video Games Make Us Violent?
Sat 26.9.
13:00
Hovedbiblioteket, Aarhus
50 kr. · ≈ 7 €
Psychologist Anne Fiskaali explores whether video games make us more violent, drawing on research and examples from popular games like Grand Theft Auto and Tetris.
Physical Activity and Mental Health
Sat 26.9.
13:00
Hovedbiblioteket, Aarhus
Free
Clinical professor Julie Midtgaard explores how physical activity affects mental health, mood, and quality of life, with insights from a research project on crossfit communities for vulnerable young people.
Taste Bar - Get Your Taste Buds Hacked
Sat 26.9.
14:00
Hovedbiblioteket, Aarhus
Free
Interactive sense bar where chef Rasmus Bredahl explores how the brain controls taste and smell - and how you can fool your own senses.
The Vagus Nerve - Key to Calm, Recovery and Health?
Sat 26.9.
15:00
Hovedbiblioteket, Aarhus
Free
Neurobiologists and doctors discuss the vagus nerve and its role in stress, immune function and mental health at Folkeuniversitetet's knowledge festival.
Good Lives on One Planet
Sat 26.9.
16:00
Hovedbiblioteket, Aarhus
50 kr. · ≈ 7 €
Business psychologist Simon Elsborg Nygaard explores how we can live well and meaningfully without harming the planet or other people.
KREAworkshop: Creative Minds
Sat 26.9.
10:30
Hovedbiblioteket, Aarhus
Free
Creative workshop for children and adults exploring the brain through art techniques and recycled materials, part of the Hearts & Minds festival.
Create Calm Through Creative Immersion (10:00-11:00)
Sat 26.9.
10:00
Hovedbiblioteket, Aarhus
50 kr. · ≈ 7 €
A creative watercolour workshop led by artist and doctor Lærke Egefjord, where the focus is on the process rather than the finished piece.
Guided Breathing - Calm Body and Mind (1:45 PM-2:00 PM)
Sat 26.9.
12:45
Hovedbiblioteket, Aarhus
Free
A guided breathing session with neurobiologist Karen Johanne Pallesen exploring how conscious breathing reduces stress and promotes mental balance.
The Magic of Reading and Writing - Where Literature and Psychology Meet
Sat 26.9.
13:00
Hovedbiblioteket, Aarhus
50 kr. · ≈ 7 €
Clinical psychologist Karen Margrethe Schifter Kirketerp explores how reading and writing affect our minds - examining stress relief, empathy, and self-understanding through talks and hands-on exercises.
Can the Brain Be Influenced Through the Ear?
Sat 26.9.
10:00
Hovedbiblioteket, Aarhus
Free
Interactive workshop exploring the vagus nerve and the brain's connection to the body, where you can draw on a model created by science communicator Matilda Tjellden.
Also running
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
Comedy Superliga
Tue 8.9. – Tue 29.9.
(22 days)
Aarhus Comedy Club, Aarhus
45 kr. · ≈ 6 €
Experienced stand-up comedians compete in a two-round battle combining prepared routines and live improvisation, with the audience voting for the winner.
Quotations from Ice
Tue 1.9. – Wed 28.10.
in 3 days (58 days)
Hovedbiblioteket, Aarhus
Free
An exhibition exploring climate history through ice cores and their crystal structures under polarized light, created by Visual Science Studio and the Niels Bohr Institute.
Take a Breath: Well-being check-in
Mon 21.9. – Mon 17.5.
(239 days)
Studenterhus Aarhus, Aarhus
0 kr.
An interactive well-being session on connection and friendship, facilitated by psychotherapist-in-training Duy. Share your thoughts in an open and respectful space.
Build Self-Worth in a Group Programme in Aarhus C
Wed 19.8. – Tue 24.11.
in progress
Huset Godthåb, Aarhus
3800 kr. · ≈ 508 €
Eight-week group programme in Aarhus C focused on building self-worth and self-acceptance for women, led by experienced facilitator Karina.
Exhibition: Art on the Brain
Tue 22.9. – Wed 30.9.
(9 days)
Hovedbiblioteket, Aarhus
Free
An exhibition exploring the dialogue between neuroscience and art, featuring works by researchers from DANDRITE at Aarhus University that transform brain structures into visual forms.
Najell Aarhus - Baby First Aid Course
Wed 23.9. – Wed 2.12.
(71 days)
Najell Store AArhus, Aarhus
250 kr. · ≈ 33 €
Practical first aid course for parents focusing on CPR and airway emergencies with infants. Hands-on training with a certified instructor at Najell Aarhus.
Najell Aarhus x feedmybaby.dk
Tue 15.9. – Tue 1.12.
(78 days)
Najell Store AArhus, Aarhus
200 kr. · ≈ 27 €
Janina from feedmybaby.dk presents a talk on introducing solid foods to babies without perfectionism - focusing on calm, confidence, and practical solutions for babies from around 4-9 months.
Najell Aarhus Pregnancy Pilates
Wed 16.9. – Wed 25.11.
(71 days)
Najell, Aarhus
100 kr. · ≈ 13 €
Calm and strengthening Pilates class for pregnant women led by certified instructor Sara Mortensen, focusing on posture, mobility and core strength.
Setting Course - Motivation, Self-Leadership and Career
Wed 16.9. – Thu 3.12.
(79 days)
Forbundet Arkitekter og Designere, Aarhus
0 kr.
Workshop with designer Stine Mikkelsen on motivation, self-leadership and career for FAOD members. Free participation, but registration required.