Tjolahopp tjolahej
On 12–13 September 2026, the park comes alive with play, music and a joyful “Tjolahopp tjolahej” atmosphere for the whole family. Enjoy a colourful musical theatre performance at Sollidenscenen and take part in music, market stalls and fun activities inspired by Pippi and other beloved characters from Astrid Lindgren’s stories.
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Free admission for children!
Children aged 0–15 enjoy free admission but must book a complimentary ticket in advance of their visit.
On stage: “Pippi celebrates her birthday”
Pippi is hosting a farewell party in the garden together with her father Efraim and the sailors from the Hoppetossa. The world’s strongest girl is heading back to the South Seas, and all children are invited to celebrate her. The party has barely begun when Miss Prysselius and the policemen Kling and Klang show up, trying to take Pippi to the children’s home. And what will Tommy and Annika say? Come and sing along!
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Haystacks and old-fashioned games
- Hazelius Meadow
Dive into the haystack or try games from your great-grandparents’ childhood. Roll a hoop, walk on stilts, hop in a sack, and explore other classic games from days gone by.
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Freackle painting and crafts
- Bollnäs Square
Do you want freckles just like Pippi? Come get your freckles painted, do crafts or try solve the quiz!
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Tingsvallen
- Tingsvallen
Balance on the rooftop ridge just like Mardie or challenge a friend on the ground-is-lava obstacle course!
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Market Stalls
- Bollnäs Square
At the market stalls you can buy all sorts of treats and treasures, from toys to accessories and sweets.
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Wood carving
- Bollnäs Square
Do like Emil and carve your own wooden figure! We show you how to carve wood safely. Children under 10 use sandpaper instead of knives.
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Hobbyhorse race
- Tingsvallen
Then borrow a Lilla Gubben (“Little Old Man”) hobby horse and jump as high as you can over the hurdles in Pippi’s hobby horse course.
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- Galejan
Take a ride on the classic attractions or try your luck at the raffles and the traditional fish pond game.
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Horse talk
- The stable
Come to the stable to meet our zoo keepers and learn more about horses.
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Grill hot dogs
The grills are hot and ready by the Orsa hill! Bring your own sausages to grill or buy some at the Bollnäs Square.
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Skansen’s strolling musicians
Pause for a moment, enjoy the music, and sing along as Skansen’s strolling musicians fill the park with beloved tunes and classic songs.
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Houses and farmsteads
Many of Astrid Lindgren’s stories take place in the past. What was it like to be a child in Emil’s, Madicken’s, or the Noisy Village children’s time? Step inside Skansen’s many historic houses and farmsteads to find out
| Day | Time |
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| 12 September 2026 | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| 13 September 2026 | 10:00 - 17:00 |