The main library on Rendsburggade serves as the central library for the entire North Jutland region and is the largest branch of Aalborg Libraries. Its collection spans books, films, music and games across multiple floors, with computers, meeting rooms and a lecture hall also available. The library regularly hosts talks, author visits, workshops and children's events.
Rendsburggade 2, 9000 Aalborg
Family-friendly Halloween craft activity at Hovedbiblioteket where children and adults paint shadow lamps and Halloween decorations. Free entry.
An open discussion exploring the choice to live without children, featuring speakers with personal experience and audience participation.
Professor Lars Skov Henriksen explores how civic associations strengthen democracy and citizenship in contemporary Denmark.
A behind-the-scenes lecture on the experience of competing in a baking competition - from casting through filming, judging, and publishing a cookbook.
A lecture on how adults can talk with children and young people about crises, featuring practical tools from Børns Vilkår.
Meet firefighter Henrik and explore his fire engine at Emergency Services Day. Children get to take home a firefighter's helmet.
Den Sorte Kylling's improv troupe tackles audience-suggested crisis scenarios in a hilarious, unpredictable performance.
The Danish Emergency Management Agency demonstrates what should go in a home emergency kit, part of Emergency Preparedness Day at Aalborg Main Library.
Author Stine Askov discusses her acclaimed novel 'Catalogue of Catastrophes' and how to maintain hope and community in uncertain times.
Military historian Niels Vistisen explores contemporary and future crises through historical perspective, discussing what can be done to address these threats.
Create your own friendship bracelet at the bead buffet in Beredskabsvennernes workshop, part of Beredskabsdagen in Aalborg.
An EN AF OS ambassador discusses how crisis coverage impacts people with mental health challenges and shares strategies for maintaining wellbeing during turbulent times.
Red Barnet shares findings from a report on how children experience crises and what helps them feel safe and empowered during emergencies.
DR journalist Maja Flinthøj talks with former hospital director Mads Koch Hansen about decision-making and crisis management in practice.
Emergency preparedness coordinator Michael Møller Nielsen from Aalborg Municipality discusses shared responsibility and how communities can work together to prepare for and respond to crises.
Lecture on the "Run, Hide, Fight" guide from US security agencies for surviving armed attacks and terrorism.
Professor Anne Skorkjær Binderkrantz lectures on the state of democracy and how Danish politics has become increasingly professionalized over the past 25 years.
Guided shared reading for adults 40+, led by Karina Øgendahl, exploring short stories and poems through discussion of emotions and memories. Five sessions over autumn and winter, coffee included.
Celebration of the completion of the musical Maria and Helten and Tordenskjold's birthday, featuring stories, songs, and a free buffet across three stages.
A horror-themed banko and quiz night at Aalborg's main library, where participants play word-based banko and compete in teams for the title of Masters of Darkness 2026.
A day-long exploration of love's literary and cinematic history with translator and author Rigmor Kappel Schmidt, from medieval romance to modern cinema.
A day-long celebration of Danish music at Aalborg's main library, featuring local choirs, big bands, folk ensembles, and Nordic dance with free admission.
A read-aloud session of the Danish picture book "Who Decides Anything?" for children aged 5-7 and their adults, part of Nordic Literature Week.
Guided group reading for adults 40+ with reading guide Karina Øgendahl. Five autumn and winter sessions exploring short stories and poems through shared conversation.
An open conversation where people living with Crohn's disease and Ulcerative Colitis share their experiences and concerns about these stigmatized chronic bowel conditions.
Lecturer Jakob Linaa Jensen explores how social media shapes news coverage, public debate, and democracy as part of the Magtudredningen 2.0 research project.
A nationwide reading club where groups discuss six new Danish novels over six months, with radio programmes and podcasts featuring the authors.
Two acclaimed Danish authors discuss their latest works - Michael Katz Krefeld's crime fiction and Benjamin Koppel's family saga - in a moderated evening with book signing.
Lecture by professor Tea Torbenfeldt Bengtsson on vulnerability and definitional power in Danish society, followed by a shared meal.
Philosopher and music historian Søren Schauser explores Europe's identity through art, music and literature from different eras in this lecture at Hovedbiblioteket in Aalborg.
An open conversation series exploring society's taboos with norm-critical therapist Rebekka Pi. Share topics for next year's agenda or simply listen as the group discusses what taboos shape our times.
A lecture exploring how parents can support young people in their digital lives, with insights from Victor Döpping's 20 years of experience working with children, families and digital culture.
Author Bente Maria Ostenfeld-Rosenthal reads aloud from her children's book and leads a workshop exploring the power of reading for young listeners.
Join Amnesty's "Write for Life" campaign: write letters to imprisoned human rights defenders and watch an Oscar-winning documentary about resistance in Russia.
An open conversation about Christmas's hidden side: grief, loneliness, conflict and unmet expectations at Taboo Thursday.
Language Fitness Day 2027 is an activity for children aged 5-7 and students in grades 1-3 in Aalborg Municipality, with advance registration required.
A morning celebration at Aalborg's main library celebrating mental health through coffee, music, and community. Everyone welcome, no registration required.
An expert lecture on music therapy and mental health followed by an intimate concert with singer YIDA. The evening combines knowledge sharing, personal stories, and live music.
Open house with walk and talks and counselling conversations for young people aged 12-25 and their parents at Aalborg's main library.
A morning exploring volunteering and community engagement through personal stories and panel discussion, aimed at prospective volunteers and professionals working with people.
A lecture with Nomi Kornelija Karlsen exploring mental health and inner peace through personal stories and universal principles about life force and consciousness.
Art exhibition opening and panel discussion on accessibility in cultural life, featuring writer Laurits Balker, art institution leader Bibi Henriksen Saugman and disability advocate Simon Toftgaard Jespersen. Concludes with a creative writing workshop.
A psychologist and sleep consultant discuss how sleep affects young people's mental health and wellbeing, with practical advice for parents.
Young piano students from Aalborg Kulturskole perform a concert featuring a diverse repertoire at the main library.
Emil, 29, shares his experience living with an incurable cancer at this open conversation event, joined by his mother and sister. A candid discussion about being young and facing mortality, and how serious illness affects families.
A conversation between librarian Tine Eggertsen and Syrian-Kurdish author Jan Pêt Khorto about banned books, censorship and literature's power to resist oppression, part of Banned Books Week.
Three conversations about dating, family relationships and communities for people living with mental vulnerability or a diagnosis. No experts - just real stories from people who know firsthand.
A puzzle competition for individuals, teams and families at Aalborg Main Library, where participants race to solve puzzles fastest.
A lecture on dyslexia, its challenges, and how technology can help, featuring consultant Trine Johansen Blicher and young people with lived experience.
A talk on how artificial intelligence can support learning and daily life, presented by a consultant from Aalborg Municipality.
Author Lilja Scherfig leads a three-hour diary writing workshop based on her book. Participants receive practical tools and exercises to take home.
Danske Slægtsforskere Aalborg celebrates its 50th anniversary with lectures, lunch, and networking at Aalborg City Archive and Medborgerhuset.
A crash course on sexuality, community and diversity for parents and adults with young people in their lives.
A lecture exploring the concept of flow and practical ways to enhance it in daily life, covering flow-enhancing factors, the flow cycle, and connections to attention, engagement, and creativity.
A romantasy reading group meets at Aalborg Main Library to discuss Rachel Gillig's "One Dark Window".
An open conversation about involuntary childlessness and the endless waiting. Three people share their personal experiences with infertility, and Allan Johansson offers the male perspective.
Nordjysk Vokalensemble sings for peace on the UN's International Peace Day, with stories from a UN veteran and a guided walk to nearby murals.
Mette Kongensgaard Mortensen explores craft psychology through talks, reflection, and hands-on exercises. Discover why creative making can enhance mental wellbeing and everyday life.
Physician Marte Egeland from Doctors Without Borders shares her experiences working in humanitarian crisis zones and the encounters that have shaped her career.
Artistic director Minna Johannesson discusses the creative process of adapting Valérie Perrin's novel to theatre, with audience participation and wine included.
Free fair for international residents in North Jutland featuring stands from public authorities, organizations and associations, plus a panel discussion about life in Aalborg.
A singing event for young children where kids from across the country sing together about creepy-crawly creatures with singing consultants Anna Vestergaard and Malene Horsfeldt.
Aalborg Libraries hosts an introduction to reading clubs where you can discover a group that matches your reading interests and meet fellow book lovers.
A market day in Aalborg featuring local artists, vintage vendors, and family activities, with Aalborg Libraries offering creative workshops and a quiz.
Three book enthusiasts discuss their favorite Nobel Prize in Literature winners in an informal conversation at Aalborg's main library.
A feminist reading club discussing provocative literature and gender perspectives. This session explores classic feminist texts through a male reading lens.
Community singing session at Aalborg Main Library led by opera singer Julie Vilstrup, with coffee and cake afterwards.
Danish bassist Ida Hvid performs with trumpeter Kristers Dreimanis and guitarist Mads Jensen in Glashjørnet as part of the Blå Festival.
Pianist Catrine Frølund performs with bassist Morten Østerlund Larsen and drummer Andreas Skak in a jazz concert with free admission.