The Swedish National Day
Festivities at Solliden stage in the presence of the Royal Family.
The tradition of celebrating a National Day in Sweden was born at Skansen. Artur Hazelius, the founder of Skansen, wanted to establish an annual day that would be a patriotic focus for the nation and he chose the 6th of June.
6th of June is celebrated in traditional fashion: His and Her Majesty the King and Queen join the procession to Skansen where there are speeches, flag ceremony, singing, brass bands and folk music.
- When:
- June 6 at 18.30 - 19.30
- Where:
- Solliden Stage