Culture night in Vaxholm
The 2026 Culture Night will be celebrated on Friday, October 9. All events are free, but some require a ticket. Tickets go on sale September 28 and can be picked up at the library or the tourist office.
Vaxholm by Bike with a Coffee Break
Discover Vaxholm from the saddle of a bike on a guided tour along the waterfront promenades, charming streets, and hidden gems. Enjoy a classic fika and beautiful views of the archipelago.
Mystery Walk in Vaxholm
Join us on an exciting and slightly eerie mystery walk through downtown Vaxholm, where you’ll work together to search for clues, solve riddles, and piece together the puzzle that may reveal what really happened to Elias Rask.
Fall Break Weekend at the Museum
We're keeping all our exhibitions open and offering fun activities for all ages.
Mystery Walk in Vaxholm
Join us on an exciting and slightly eerie mystery walk through downtown Vaxholm, where you’ll work together to search for clues, solve riddles, and piece together the puzzle that may reveal what really happened to Elias Rask.
Mystery Walk in Vaxholm
Join us on an exciting and slightly eerie mystery walk through downtown Vaxholm, where you’ll work together to search for clues, solve riddles, and piece together the puzzle that may reveal what really happened to Elias Rask.
Vaxholm by Bike with a Coffee Break
Discover Vaxholm from the saddle of a bike on a guided tour along the waterfront promenades, charming streets, and hidden gems. Enjoy a classic fika and beautiful views of the archipelago.
Mystery Walk in Vaxholm
Join us on an exciting and slightly eerie mystery walk through downtown Vaxholm, where you’ll work together to search for clues, solve riddles, and piece together the puzzle that may reveal what really happened to Elias Rask.
Urban Fredriksson is giving a lecture on the Pålsund Bridge and Fingal
You are warmly invited to attend a presentation on the Pålsund Bridge and Fingal. Sandwiches will be served starting at 6:30 p.m.
Vaxholm Christmas Market
Celebrate Christmas at Vaxholm's traditional Christmas market. With burnt almonds, crafts, mulled wine and trees, we'll get your Christmas spirit going. Santa is coming, are you?
Vaxholm by Bike with a Coffee Break
Discover Vaxholm from the saddle of a bike on a guided tour along the waterfront promenades, charming streets, and hidden gems. Enjoy a classic fika and beautiful views of the archipelago.
Oktoberfest in Vaxholm
Vaxholm is filled with Oktoberfest spirit! Throughout the day, you'll find festive deals in stores and restaurants, and when evening comes, the celebration kicks off at Waxholms Hotell starting at 5:00 p.m. with live music, great food, and drinks!
Vaxholm by Bike with a Coffee Break
Discover Vaxholm from the saddle of a bike on a guided tour along the waterfront promenades, charming streets, and hidden gems. Enjoy a classic fika and beautiful views of the archipelago.
Vaxholm by Bike with a Coffee Break
Discover Vaxholm from the saddle of a bike on a guided tour along the waterfront promenades, charming streets, and hidden gems. Enjoy a classic fika and beautiful views of the archipelago.
Music in the summer evening
Bach and folk music. David Härenstam on guitar and Erik Rydvall on nyckelharpa come together in a program that explores the interplay between Baroque and Nordic folk music.
Music in the summer evening
Summer Greetings with Dance & Piano. Music by W. Peterson-Berger. Rozita Auer and Carolina Larsson, dance, and Stefan Ydefeldt, piano.
Vaxholm by Bike with a Coffee Break
Discover Vaxholm from the saddle of a bike on a guided tour along the waterfront promenades, charming streets, and hidden gems. Enjoy a classic fika and beautiful views of the archipelago.
Archipelago market and Strömmingsrodd
Welcome to the archipelago market with traditional crafts. Vaxholm Folk Dance Association dances to the music of the folk band.
Tour of the Oscar-Fredriksborg Fortress
Guided tour of the lower works at the Oscar-Fredriksborg Fortress.
Music in the summer evening
The New World. Organ music from North America and elsewhere. Eskil Lindbäck, organ.
Vaxholm by Bike with a Coffee Break
Discover Vaxholm from the saddle of a bike on a guided tour along the waterfront promenades, charming streets, and hidden gems. Enjoy a classic fika and beautiful views of the archipelago.
Vaxholm by Bike with a Coffee Break
Discover Vaxholm from the saddle of a bike on a guided tour along the waterfront promenades, charming streets, and hidden gems. Enjoy a classic fika and beautiful views of the archipelago.
What does the new threat landscape facing Sweden look like?
Cyberattacks, fraud, information manipulation, and crises have become part of our everyday lives. How do they affect us—and what can we do to protect ourselves? On July 5, security specialist Karl Emil Nikka will visit Vaxholms kastell a timely and thought-provoking lecture.
A Day in the Life of Spies
Step into the world of shadows at Vaxholms kastell. Throughout the day, the museum will host spy-themed guided tours, lectures, a film screening, code-breaking activities, a quiz walk, and activities for agents of all ages.
100th Anniversary of the Pålsund Bridge & City Hall
You’re invited to join the celebration at Vaxholm’s cinema! Watch footage from the grand opening in 1926 and listen to talks on the history of the Pålsund Bridge and City Hall. Free admission.
Traditional Midsummer celebration
2:00–4:30 p.m. Traditional celebration featuring a maypole, dancing, folk musicians, and folk dance groups.
Children's Midsummer Celebration
10:00–11:30 a.m. Children’s Midsummer celebration featuring a maypole, singing, and dance games for the little ones.
Grand Opening of Västerhamnen
The first phase of the pier renovation is complete! On June 13, we will officially open Västerhamnen.
Archipelago boat day
We welcome summer with Archipelago Boat Day! The classic archipelago boats depart in procession from Strömkajen and meet in Vaxholm for a market, music, and a public festival.
Early summer gospel tunes
Musical devotions with Vaxholm Gospel led by Christina Nordstrand and Danderyd Gospel led by Sabina Lilja.
Concert with the Resarö Children's Choir
Concert with the Resarö children's choir Tonfiskarna. Playful summer tunes.
Spring concert with the Cecilia Choir
Spring concert with the Cecilia Choir, conducted by Cecilia Thomsson.
Sports Day in Vaxholm
ICA Supermarket Waxholm, in collaboration with several of Vaxholm’s organizations, is hosting Sports Day in Vaxholm. Throughout the day, children and young people will have the opportunity to discover, try out, and experience the joy of various sports.
Cuckoo's Nest in the Garden of the Senses
Cuckoo Church Service in the Garden of the Senses with Rev. AnneLi Amilon. Music by Berga Brass. Coffee will be served afterward.
Special Hours at the Fortress Museum
During Ascension Day weekend, the Fortress Museum will be open for special hours, featuring exhibitions and activities.
Vaxholm Spring Salon
See the group exhibition featuring 40 artists and around 100 works.