
Handel's Messiah
Mogens Dahl's Chamber Choir and The Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment perform Handel's beloved Christmas masterpiece with soloists Elsa Benoit, Cecilia Hall, Robin Tritschler and Domenic Barberi.

Mogens Dahl's Chamber Choir and The Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment perform Handel's beloved Christmas masterpiece with soloists Elsa Benoit, Cecilia Hall, Robin Tritschler and Domenic Barberi.

Børste from DR's Minisjang performs a Christmas show with songs and dancing for children aged 2-4 years.

Onkel Reje performs at Tråden in Middelfart.

Trold performs a concert at TRACK in Aarhus.

Kun for Forrykte presents The Forrykte Christmas Peace Concert with Burnin Red Ivanhoe, Beefeaters, Shampoobar and Anders Brandt at Musik Loppen.

Sønderjysk Pigekor and Drengekor perform a Christmas concert with 200 singers, dancing, and festive cheer at Koncertsalen Alsion.

Christmas concert featuring two soloists performing Vivaldi and other classical works with the Encounters Chamber Music Series and DUEN at a historic Copenhagen church.

Classical mini-concerts for children aged 0-5 and their adults at Islands Brygge Library. Musicians perform short pieces and explain the instruments while children can dance, listen closely, and enjoy a packed lunch.

Jazz duo Fonnesbæk & Kauflin bring world-class jazz to Kerteminde for a year-closing performance.

A festive Christmas show featuring 150 singers and 10 professional musicians performing holiday songs with props, lighting, and special characters.

A major Christmas show featuring 180 singers from Sønderjysk Pigekor and Drengekors, accompanied by dancers and professional musicians at Koncertsalen Alsion.

Pianist and composer Benjamin Koppel presents a festive jazz evening with Christmas themes.

Danish actress Pernille Rosendahl performs at Odeon Store Sal in Odense.

Veronica Mortensen performs a Christmas concert featuring classic holiday songs and selections from her own repertoire, accompanied by Henrik Gunde on piano and Jesper Bodilsen on bass.

A six-piece jazz ensemble performs classic swing and jazz standards from the 1920s-1940s alongside a Christmas buffet lunch.

Jakob Gunnertoft and GUNNERTOFT GOSPEL SINGERS perform Christmas hymns and gospel versions of classics in Vejen Kirke, with the audience joining in the group singing.

A Swedish Lucia concert performed by the youth choir Aarhus U at Vor Frue Kirke, with candlelit church setting and traditional costumes.

Det Ny Teater in Copenhagen hosts the Christmas festival Et Juleeventyr on December 13, 2026, starting at 12:00. The programme mixes theatre, music and entertainment,

Short classical concerts for babies and toddlers featuring violin and cello, with an intimate, interactive atmosphere at Islands Brygge.

Bjarke Falgren's quartet performs a Sunday matinée blending jazz, folk, and Brazilian rhythms at Kulturstedet Lindegaarden.

Veronica Mortensen brings festive Christmas music to the intimate Lille sal at Holbæk Jazzklub.

A 25-member women's choir performs folk and world music at Thorvaldsen's Museum, celebrating Lucia night with pieces from Sardinia, Georgia, and beyond.

Sinne Eeg performs a Christmas-themed concert with top Danish musicians at Askov Højskole, with optional dinner available beforehand.

Den Gamle Sangskat performs a Christmas concert of Danish evergreens and festive songs with jazzy acoustic arrangements at BRØK.

Swinging Sisters performs a Christmas concert with close-harmony vocals inspired by the Andrews Sisters, blending American classics with Danish Christmas songs.

Circus Reje brings a festive Christmas circus performance to Middelfart, perfect for families of all ages.

Aalborg Gospel Choir blends gospel with Christmas songs on Santa Lucia Day, with audience participation throughout the 75-minute concert.

Swedish band Träden performs at Tråden in Middelfart.

Johnnys Jul presents a Christmas concert at Glassalen featuring music and festive entertainment in a traditional holiday setting.

Singer and musician Katrine Muff performs at Aalborg Kongres og Kultur Center.

Krabasken's Christmas Choir brings together traditional Christmas songs and contemporary winter music in a festive performance.

Family-friendly pumpkin bingo at the Royal Kitchen Garden - hunt for pumpkins, solve bingo puzzles, and enjoy pumpkin soup, wine tasting, and autumn atmosphere.

Handel's "Messiah" performed by an international ensemble of soloists and orchestra on period instruments, conducted by Martin Legène Jensen at Sct. Mikkels Church.

Guided tours of the Strøjer Samlingen car collection with festive storytelling, coffee and cake, and the chance to see classic cars in action.

Jazz7tetten plays Christmas music and invites the audience to join in singing both Danish and international holiday favorites.

Live concert with Katrine Muff at Europahallen in Aalborg.

Family-friendly activity event with bouncy castles, obstacle courses, badminton, floorball and other games at Østerbrohuset.

Christmas show for children featuring farmyard creatures and an elf, followed by homemade cakes, drinks and creative Christmas crafts. Three hours total.

A Lucia procession featuring girls from Kalarup School's choir walking through candlelit limestone mines on this festive evening.

Peddersen and Findus battle to save Christmas with guitars and audience help when a sprained foot threatens everything.

Swap clothes with others and get help repairing or redesigning your wardrobe at this free market and sewing salon in Kulturhuset Islands Brygge.

Swap clothes with others and get help repairing or redesigning your old items at this free sewing salon and clothes exchange.

Kammerkoret Musica presents a shortened Handel's Messiah where audiences join the choir on familiar movements, accompanied by the chamber orchestra and professional soloists.

Borup's town-wide advent calendar opens daily at 17:00 with festive surprises and activities at different locations throughout December.

A festive Christmas celebration at Hedehuset featuring Eventyrteatret's holiday show for the whole family.

A magical Christmas tale for young children about a baker girl, her mysterious customer, and an elf's holiday wonders.

An advent concert featuring four musicians performing classical Christmas melodies and December songs, with audience participation in carols and homemade advent cakes.

A traditional Southern Jutland coffee gathering with homemade cakes, coffee, and fresh bread at Den Gamle Kro in Gråsten.

Weekly dance and music experience with a beginner-friendly workshop (14:00-15:00) and open dancefloor (15:00-17:00). Fuse Point Jam invites you to improvisation and shared movement within urban dance culture.

A social swing dance gathering where dancers from across Copenhagen meet to practice, improvise, and dance together. All levels and styles welcome.

Christmas bingo with prizes and festive atmosphere at Restaurant Kastrup Strandpark.

Jumpin' Jacks performs at Nyborg Handelsstandsforening on December 13, 2026.

A children's theatre performance for ages 4 and up at Nørregaards Teater in Odense.

A free, drop-in indoor play space for toddlers and young children with climbing, balance, and movement equipment.

Life drawing session with a live model at Sjællandsgade Bad. Bring your own paper and drawing supplies for this artistic workshop.

Rebekka shares her personal journey of growing up in the care system, finding solace in music and community as she navigates resilience and belonging.

Illustrator Karina Bækkelund leads a drawing workshop at Horsens Kunstmuseum as part of the Nina Nowak exhibition.

A guided Christmas tour through Gilleleje harbour's fishing history, exploring clinker-built boats and maritime traditions, ending with mulled wine at the museum.

Volunteer at the bar for Klang Christmas Concert in Holstebro - a brief shift helping guests with drinks before the show.

Italian poetry readings and creative activities for families with children, held at Billund Library on rotating dates throughout the year.

Children's performance featuring Nissen Baloo at Season Julegården in Ringkøbing.

Sponsor Part is a new offering from Nyt Hesteliv where you support a horse financially and participate in monthly workshops focused on horse behavior, handling, and well-being.

Adults gather every other Sunday at the library for a relaxed puzzle session. Free entry, no commitment required.

An informal life drawing session with short model poses. Beginners welcome, with guidance available during the session.

Volunteers gather weekly at KraftWerket to share a warm, vegan meal in an open community space with no financial or social barriers.

The Knitting Café marks its 10th anniversary with an exhibition, coffee, and refreshments at Højby Library in Odense.

The scout group De Vilde Svaner sells Christmas trees and greenery bundles every weekend until Christmas at Nivaagaards Malerisamling in Nivå.

Dancher Koret performs a Christmas concert with modern and traditional holiday songs, featuring soloists and audience participation, conducted by Inger Due.

Birthday celebration for children aged 6-15 at Circus Museum, featuring a guided tour, workshop, and refreshments over 3.5 hours.

Traditional high mass with a candlelit Lucia procession at Vor Frelsers Kirke, led by Marlene Lindsten.

Volunteer-led tour at Danmarks Tekniske Museum featuring aircraft, space exploration artifacts, and the capsule that carried Denmark's first astronaut, Andreas Mogensen, to space.

Mindful yoga session followed by a sound bath with gongs, singing bowls and crystal bowls at Luna Sommer in Hammel.

A weekly creative activity for children at Herning Library, featuring different craft materials and themes such as beadwork and stone painting.

Free board games for all ages every Sunday at Hvidovre Main Library - just drop in and play.

First aid course focusing on traffic accidents, CPR, and injury management. Minimum 8 participants required.

Luftens Helte is an event at Falconersalen in Frederiksberg.

Panumkoret performs Christmas carols at Helleruplund Church. A traditional holiday concert with classical music.

A festive family production with song, dance and theatre from Morskabs-Theatret in Aalborg.

Guided tour of ARoS' exhibition exploring how punk artists use the body as a form of artistic expression.

A family-guided tour through the Botanical Garden's Christmas decorations and blooming plants.

A traditional Lucia procession with fifth-graders from Herlev Privatskole, featuring candlelight, verses, and children's singing at the library.

A guided nature walk around Gentofte Lake and Brobæk Mose, lasting about 2 hours with a café break option.
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.

HE.SHE.THEY. x SYREN brings together SYREETA, Bradley Skeng, YOON, DJ 2LATE, and ASTA MARI for a night at Culture Box.

Peruvian electronic duo Dengue Dengue Dengue brings hypnotic beats and experimental soundscapes to ALICE in Copenhagen.

Membership in Kammermusikforeningen af 1911 offering access to classical chamber music throughout the season. Includes two guest tickets to concerts featuring ensembles such as NOVO Quartet, Vokalensemblet Vigdis, and more.

The Danish folk duo 2 tosser på tour brings humor and audience participation to Haderslevhus, with a Christmas dinner before the concert.

Andrew Lloyd Webber's classic musical about Eva Perón, Argentina's first lady, at the Copenhagen Opera House.

Learn to design your own sweaters with knit designer Albert Reinholdt Østergaard in this hands-on workshop focused on simple techniques and creative color play.

Christina Boelskifte and her band take the audience through African American music history - from spirituals and gospel to soul and funk, celebrating female artists like Aretha Franklin and Whitney Houston.

A night of sound meditation and gong bath at Audonicon in Skanderborg, where you lie surrounded by singing bowls and gongs while your body and mind find peace in their frequencies.

Musicalteatret's ninth Christmas musical about a new Santa Claus who must prove his worth by pulling an enchanted spoon from magical Christmas porridge. For children from age 3 and adults.

ABBA Christmas Party at Halgodt with classic Danish Christmas food, ABBA Xclusive on stage and DJ Rosé until 1 AM - all inclusive with welcome drink and unlimited soft drinks.

Christmas party at CoisBar with festive buffet, free bar, and DJ dancing. Join the full event from 6 PM or just the party from 8 PM.

The Christmas Oratorio Parts 1-3 features soloists Laura Helene Hansen, Sophie Haagen, Ian Marcus Bjørsvik and Frederik Rolin, conducted by Carsten Seyer with the Vokal ensemble Concert Clemens and Aarhus Bach Orchestra.

A practical course in singing bowls and sound therapy, where you learn to work with frequencies and resonance. Hands-on experience with the instruments included.

Composer and pianist My Beautiful Decay 1973 performs his new album Solo + Winter live at MillFactory NuVenue, blending piano, synths and electronics with reinterpretations of Bach and Debussy.

Christmas celebration at Skovriderkroen featuring a festive dinner, complimentary drinks and dancing with a DJ into the early morning.

Grassolin reimagines Gasolin's classics in bluegrass style with three male voices and violin. A fun and singalong evening bringing a folk twist to Danish rock standards.

The Royal Danish Theatre stages George Balanchine's classic ballet adaptation of The Nutcracker at the Opera House - a festive performance for all ages.

Christmas ball with the duo PetMic's at Haderslevhus, featuring two sets and supper in between.

A theatre production exploring whether primary school is a shared experience or something else.

Historian Asser Amdisen covers Danish history in ninety minutes with anecdotes and provocative perspectives, from the first humans to the present day.

Handicraft and design market at Musicon in Roskilde featuring ceramics, textiles, jewellery and more. On Saturday 19 September, the market combines with the Vibes music festival.

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.

Thomas Warberg presents his new one-man show about life after trading a sports car for a family car. A sharp and technically skilled comedian at his best.

Family Christmas celebration at Frederiksborg Castle featuring winter activities and festive fun.

Open juried art exhibition at Kunstpunkt featuring painting, sculpture, graphic art, craft, photography and mixed media. Registration deadline 1 November 2026; works delivered early November.

Wheel-throwing ceramics course with experienced instructor Christina Friis over four Wednesday evenings. Clay included in the ticket price.

A day to step out of your head and into your body, featuring nature walks, guided runs, brunch, and a choice between restorative breathwork or energetic movement workshops.

A six-week mindfulness and sound bath course in Odense designed to help you ground yourself and find calm. Mondays 17:00-18:30.

A festive Christmas party combining a traditional Danish buffet, welcome drink, and Party Bingo - a fun music-based game with prizes - followed by DJ and dancing until late.

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

Borup Library celebrates Tove Jansson's Moomin universe with a focus on the beloved characters and their nature-inspired world.

Traditional Christmas dinner with three-course menu, followed by dancing with four DJs playing disco and dance classics. Free entry to the party from 21:30 for everyone.

A new Christmas musical based on Astrid Lindgren's beloved Bulderby characters, celebrating the true spirit of Christmas through community and care.

A photographic exhibition at Copenhagen Museum exploring the city's transformation through the lens of artist Flip, capturing spaces caught between past and future.

Ten-week pottery throwing course for beginners and intermediate students with artist Marianne Krumbach at Keramikværkstedet KFF in Copenhagen.

10-week beginner ceramic wheel-throwing course with instructor Marianne Krumbach at Vesterbro Library and Cultural Centre. Learn centring, cylinder throwing, and glazing from scratch.

Weekly stand-up open mic with English-speaking comedians at The Fluffy Duck. Free entry, one drink minimum.

Midt Om Natten celebrates Kim Larsen and Gasolin' with an evening of classics and sing-alongs at Gazzværket in Aabenraa.

Two days of Christmas baking fun in Horsens with cookies, rice pudding, and a visit from Father Christmas.

An early autumn evening of Spanish wines and tapas at No19, where Denmark's only Master of Wine Jonas Tofterup shares stories about wine and Bodegas Trenza's award-winning wines.

Indoor winter flea market at Skovriderkroen with 25 stands. Free entry for visitors; stand rental 445 DKK.

Uzbek comedian Ulug Bek performs a stand-up show in English about his quest to become Scandinavian, blending dry observations on integration and Danish culture.

Puccini's classic opera about young artists in Paris at the Royal Opera House - a romantic and emotionally charged story.

Hartmann's abstract paintings explore layers, color, and hidden figures in an exhibition at Hvidovre Main Library, where artworks and book collection form a visually cohesive whole.

Art exhibition inspired by brain research from Aarhus University, where microscopic images and sculptures explore the structure and functions of the brain.

An opera production exploring family relationships and war through music and drama at Copenhagen's Opera House.

Denmark's first exhibition of Ukrainian naive art displays over 100 works by 20 artists at Ukraine House. The show explores the distinctive visual language of the form and its connections to folk culture and Ukrainian history.

Season pass to Nødebo Folkeuniversitet 2026-27 grants access to all 8 lectures for 400 kr. - significantly cheaper than buying individual tickets.

Four-week pottery wheel throwing course with ceramicist Christina Friis. Master centering, opening, and shaping techniques - clay included, glazing and firing extra.

A guided meditation evening designed to bring you peace and energy before Christmas, focusing on releasing tension and meeting your family with greater presence.
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