BIBLIOTEKET on Rentemestervej opened in 2011 as Denmark's first fully integrated library and cultural centre. Designed by COBE, Transform and Brd. Andersen, the building is instantly recognisable by its four offset golden boxes, shaped like a stack of books - a landmark in the Nordvest district. Under one roof it brings together children's, youth and adult libraries, creative workshops, a flexible theatre hall, citizens' services and a café. The programme spans concerts, theatre, film screenings and literary events for all ages.
Rentemestervej 76, 2400 København NV
Mon-Thu 10:00-19:00, Fri 10:00-17:00, Sat 10:00-15:00, Sun closed
An abstract children's performance combining music, movement, and imagery to tell a poetic story about being in the world.
Interactive theatre walk in nature where children and adults explore Danish folklore and magical creatures together. Free, but advance booking recommended.
Free drop-in handicraft evening for all skill levels - bring your own project or try beginner-friendly craft activities at the big table on the 3rd floor.
Free homework help and reading practice for children, young people and adults at the library on Monday and Wednesday afternoons.
Young people's graphics workshop offering intaglio and relief printing techniques every Monday. Create your own printing plates and take your work home - free entry, no booking needed.
Sokkelundlille presents an abstract theatre piece where patterns, movement and music become recognizable figures in a story about navigating a complex world.
Drop-in community dinner at FLOK with no booking needed - eat, socialise, and browse the library. Adults 75 kr., children 35 kr.
Free textile repair workshop at the library where you can learn to mend and patch your clothes with expert guidance.
Practical workshop on tummy time exercises, baby massage techniques and first aid for parents with infants aged 0-8 months.
Free creative cooking workshop for toddlers at the library, where children aged 2-5 and an adult prepare vegetarian food and discover new tastes together.
Free creative workshop for young children (2-5 years) and their families, where you work with clay, colours, and build masks together.
Readings aloud from books in many languages - Urdu, Arabic, Korean, Spanish and more - where children and young people explore stories, sounds and scripts from around the world.
Volunteer reading guides host a weekly literature discussion group for seniors where texts are read aloud and the group explores the ideas they spark.
Free dance workshop for toddlers and their caregivers at the library, exploring movement inspired by nature.
Learn to write engaging family stories with author Marie Østergaard Knudsen in this two-hour Copenhagen library workshop combining memoir and literary techniques.
Free family workshops in the autumn break where children aged 2-5 explore nature through dance, creativity and imaginative play.
Open creative workshops for young children and families featuring clay, colours, and mask-making at Bibliotek Rentemestervej.
Free chess lessons for children every Thursday at Rentemestervej, where Jonas teaches the rules, gameplay, and tactics. Registration required.
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.
Free family dance workshop during autumn break where children aged 1-5 dance and play with their adults in a nature-inspired setting.
Free family workshops at BIBLIOTEKET Rentemestervej for children aged 2-5 during autumn break. Friday's session explores the universe through play, crafts and movement.
Creative cooking workshop for young children (2-5 years) with an adult, making vegetarian food and learning to enjoy new flavours through play and colourful vegetables.
Drop-in handicraft session for all skill levels, with help available for sewing, repairs, and knitting at the library.
Free homework help and reading practice for children, young people and adults at the Children's and Youth Library, Mondays and Wednesdays 16:00-18:00.
Free weekly graphics workshop for young people at the library, where you can learn intaglio and relief printing techniques and create your own printed works.
Drop-in community dinner on Tuesday evening at FLOK - no booking needed, just come, eat, and enjoy conversation with other diners.
Free textile repair workshop where you can learn to mend and patch your own clothes with guidance from experienced instructors.
Seniors gather weekly at BIBLIOTEKET for shared literary readings led by volunteer guides. No preparation needed - just drop in, listen, and discuss the texts together.
Free quit-smoking course in Copenhagen starting October 21. First session 4:30-7:00 PM at Rentemestervej Library, followed by 5 more meetings. Register via Stoplinien or nikotinfri.kk.dk.
A writing workshop for adults with children's author Cecilie Eken on crafting literature for children and young people - exploring narrative, plot and practical writing exercises.
Professor Anders Søgaard explores tech billionaires' visions for the future - from luxury communism to dystopian scenarios - drawing on his book 'Packing List for the Future'.
Free chess lessons for children every Thursday at Rentemestervej, where they learn rules, tactics, and fundamental playing techniques.
Drop-in community dinner on Thursday at FLOK in Copenhagen - no booking needed, just come, eat, and enjoy conversation with other guests.
Pianist Henriette Larsen performs a solo concert featuring classical piano music by Nordic composers and film music at BIBLIOTEKET Rentemestervej.
A full-day cyanotype workshop at BIBLIOTEKET for all levels, featuring large-format work with UV light box and smaller experimental formats. Materials, refreshments, and guidance included.
Nørrebro Musicalteater brings the beloved story of "The Shamstress's Daughter" to the stage with young performers, choreography, and a live orchestra.
Free community singing session every first Thursday of the month at BIBLIOTEKET Rentemestervej - open to all voices and skill levels.
Two-hour writing workshop with publisher Christel Sunesen on editing poetry and short prose. Includes feedback on participants' work and advice for those with manuscripts accepted by publishers.
Weekend course in fabric printing and pattern building for beginners and experienced participants. Learn to develop motifs from sketch to print using screen printing, monoprint, and experimental techniques.
Weekend workshop in fabric printing and pattern building for beginners and experienced participants. Learn to develop motifs from sketch to print using screen printing, monoprint, and experimental techniques.
A multilingual reading event featuring stories in Urdu, Arabic, Korean, Spanish, and other languages, followed by a creative activity for all participants.
Novelist Johanne Mygind leads a workshop on transforming family stories into fiction, with writing exercises and feedback for adults.
Physiotherapist Marianne Mogensen leads a workshop with games that stimulate babies' senses, balance, and motor skills, plus baby massage and first-aid tips.
A close reading of Nobel Prize winner Anne Carson's poetry and essays with translator Mathilde Moestrup, exploring how language and form create meaning in her distinctive literary voice.
Intensive ceramic course with artist Aleksander Glich on throwing, assembly and deconstruction of ceramic forms. Two days with guidance and opportunity for independent work.
Two-day ceramic workshop with artist Aleksander Glich exploring throwing, assembly, and deconstruction techniques, suitable for both thrown and modelled work.
Monthly community singing session at BIBLIOTEKET where all voices are welcome - no registration required, free entry.
Free two-hour writing workshop led by author Harald Voetmann on historical fiction, with presentations and hands-on exercises. No prior experience needed; bring your own laptop or paper.
Free writing workshop with author Caroline Albertine Minor exploring how texts address the reader. Work with letters, poems, and notes inspired by writers like Frank O'Hara and Forough Farrokhzad.
A free monthly community singing session at the library where everyone can join, with songs chosen by season and participant suggestions.
Monthly community singing session from the Højskole Songbook at the library - all voices welcome, no registration needed.
A monthly community singing session featuring Danish folk songs from the Højskolesangbogen, with piano accompaniment and no experience necessary.
A warm puppet theatre show about a young boy learning to make room in his heart for a new sibling. For ages 4-8 and their families.
An evening exploring censorship and banned books throughout history, from Herman Bang to modern court injunctions. Literature curator Felix Rothstein discusses Denmark's long tradition of silencing writers and examines global book bans today.
Theatre magic for children from 4 years about Ferdinand, a bull who chooses flowers over bullfighting. Two actors perform the story with open puppetry in a sensory, stylized production.
A children's theatre production about a Spanish bull who chooses peace and flowers over the bullfighting arena, performed by two actors with open puppetry.
Alternative lifestyle market with art and design for fans of goth, industrial, metal, punk and similar genres. Family-friendly with free entry.
Dubaduba's interactive music show blends para-jazz, pop, and alternative styles with original compositions, inviting audiences of all ages to participate through games and creative exercises.
Interactive workshop for children aged 3-7 where they craft a magic wand and explore a fairy world with the library's house fairies.
A wordless clown performance with music for children from 3 years old, where two clowns meet on the same stage and create a sweet friendship through sound effects, cello and physical comedy.
A free children's festival with theatre, workshops and live music, ending with a gift book for every child.
Three-session embroidery and appliqué course for adults without a sewing machine. Learn hand-stitching techniques and create your own wall hanging under the guidance of textile educator Kristina Madsen.
Nature guide Lærke and a little gull explore the world of birds in this outdoor performance blending nature and stage art for children aged 5-8.
Three-day introductory course in copper engraving with instructor Heidi Borg, covering classical graphic techniques and printmaking processes.
Author Helle Merete Brix leads a two-hour workshop on writing autobiography and memories. Through presentations, writing exercises, and discussion, participants explore how to draw on their own lives as material for writing.
A two-hour crime-writing workshop with practical tips and exercises, led by author and journalist Stephanie Caruana. Free, but registration required.
A musical performance for young children exploring circular patterns in nature, followed by a family workshop where children and adults build figures from circles.
An evening celebrating Denmark's finest book design, featuring bookbinders presenting their works and an opening talk by book historian Sonny Ankjær Sahl.
The Anarchist Book Fair returns to Copenhagen with stalls, talks, workshops and activities for children at Ungdomshuset and BIBLIOTEKET.
A lecture on self-understanding and relationships with business coach Sandra from 27grader. Learn about the mechanisms driving our behaviour and gain practical tools for better communication.
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.
Contemporary dance duet exploring identity through memory and cultural roots, followed by an artist talk with the performers.