The Swedish celebration of summer and the season of fertility is marked with a huge smorgasbord, maypole dancing and partying late into the night.

Midsummer is a significant cultural event in Sweden, ranking second only to Christmas in celebration. It's a cherished occasion embraced by Swedes of all ages. To truly experience it in authentic ...

For islanders across Sweden, fish and seafood are embedded in their diet as much as in their culture. Midsummer celebrations take the shape of a crayfish boil enjoyed by family and friends around ...

Although this is my tenth Midsummer in Sweden, the celebrations I’ve been to have been low-key affairs eschewing tradition: a barbecue, games, but no maypole. Malin and Christian, however, go ...

Midsummer Night from Sweden Celebrating Midsommar with a concert from the Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra, performing works by Saariaho, Haydn and Beethoven, plus music from Swedish composers and ...

Although this is my tenth Midsummer in Sweden, the celebrations I’ve been to have been low-key affairs eschewing tradition: a barbecue, games, but no maypole. Malin and Christian, however, go ...

His Excellency Anders Sjöberg, Ambassador of Sweden to Singapore will talk more about Swedish Midsummer 2025, happening on Saturday 24 May at the Family Zone Lawn, Gardens by the Bay: 3-8 pm.

The Embassy of Sweden is screening Midsommar on June 26, 2025 from 8:00 -10:30 pm on the rooftop (weather permitting).

Roger Boddaert Special to the Village News With my Swedish heritage and living in Sweden at different stages in my life, the summertime is very dear and near to my heart. I hold the Midsummer season ...

Two Swedish choirs marked the summer solstice last week, performing traditional songs at the Southbank Centre's Midsummer ...