How do Swedes celebrate Midsummer? Experience the traditions and customs of one of Sweden’s most beloved holidays. Have a go at dancing round the maypole, see a traditional folk dance display and join our guided tours (in English) exploring the traditions and customs of midsummer.
Swedes celebrate midsummer on Midsummer’s Eve, which this year lands on Friday 19 June. Today, on Midsummer’s Day, you get another chance to explore some of the season’s traditions.
Dancing round the maypole 13:00, 14:00 & 15:00
Join our musicians LinaMaria Bengtsson and Johan Olsson in the Swedish Midsummer tradition of song and dance around the maypole. No experience necessary and suits all ages! Each set lasts approx. 30 minutes. Included in the admission fee, no booking required.
Make your own flower wreath 11:00–16:00
Buy a DIY flower kit from florist Britta Levin and learn how to make your very own flower wreath. (Available while stock lasts.)
See a traditional folk dance display 13:30–14:00
Lund’s student folk dancers perform a selection of traditional dances. Included in the admission fee, no booking required.
Guided tour: Midsummer’s Traditions 11.30–12:00 & 15.30–16:00
Join our guide Ola Främby on a journey through Swedish midsummer traditions.
Kulturen’s café will be open and serving light meals and refreshments, or feel free to enjoy your own picnic in the museum gardens!
The museum is open 10:00–17:00. Exhibitions and historic houses are open as usual.
Please note: Dogs are not permitted at the museum (including the museum park) and no smoking or barbecuing within the museum grounds.
You can buy your entrance ticket at the museum or online.
Entrance Fee:
Adult SEK 150
Senior 65+ SEK 120
Student SEK 120
Note! Free entrance for visitors 0–18 years and Kulturen’s members, so they do not need to buy a ticket online!