Children’s Walpurgis – Music, Choral Singing and a Children’s Bonfire
Location: Sollidenplan, 17:00–18:00 (the small bonfire is lit at 17:30)
New this year is Children’s Walpurgis – an earlier and slightly calmer celebration designed for our youngest guests. Here, children and adults can experience Walpurgis together in a format suited to children’s rhythm and evening routines. Food and refreshments will be available for purchase on site.
The programme begins at 17:00 with music and traditional choral singing of classic Walpurgis songs. At 17:30, the smaller spring bonfire is lit, and the celebration concludes at 18:00.
Children’s Walpurgis is especially suitable for children aged approximately 3–9 – and for anyone who would like to welcome spring before it gets too late in the evening.
Traditional Walpurgis Celebration – Spring Speech, Choral Singing, Music and Bonfire
Location: Solliden Stage, 20:30–22:00 (the bonfire is lit at 21:00)
The tradition is brought to life through a vibrant programme of choral singing, live music, and ceremonial speeches, featuring acclaimed Swedish singer Sarah Klang, renowned choir Stockholms Studentsångare, and spring addresses delivered by actor and drag artist Robert Fux. Set against the scenic backdrop of the Swedish capital, the evening culminates in the lighting of a large ceremonial bonfire at 21:00. As the flames rise and the songs of spring echo across Djurgården, the special Walpurgis atmosphere is created – one that has made the celebration at Skansen a cherished tradition for generations.
