Saturday, October 24, 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
In 1961, Kullagatan became a pedestrian street—the first one in Sweden! That means Kullagatan is turning 65 this year, which we’re obviously going to celebrate!
Program
Specialoffers and events in stores
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Vintage Fire Trucks
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., Stortorget
When Kullagatan became a pedestrian street in 1961, vintage cars were the last vehicles allowed to drive along the street. On this anniversary day, history comes alive once again as a number of vintage fire trucks are on display at Stortorget. Stop by and check out these well-preserved vehicles up close.
Speeches
11:00 a.m., Stortorget
Mats Sander from Helsingborgs stad, Henrik Axelsson from Juvelerare Carl Hoff, and Hanna Candell from HBG City will deliver speeches.
Live music
, 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m., Stortorget
The JJ Brothers will perform some great hits from the ’60s.
Wheel of Fortune
12.00-15.00, Kullagatan, outside Olséns and Salong no 27
Win great prizes from the businesses on Kullagatan.
Helsingborg Drumcorps
13.45-14.15
Just like during the inauguration, we celebrate with a marching band. In 1961 it was Helsingörs Pigegarde. This time it is Helsingborg Drumcorps who march along Kullagatan and end with a concert at Konsul Olssons plats.
After Shopping
, 4:00–6:00 p.m., Gamlegård
After all that shopping, it’s time for After Shopping at Gamlegård. In the courtyard, DJ Johan will be spinning ’60s hits under twinkling string lights. Madame Moustache will fire up the grill and serve oysters and champagne, and Bullangeriet will also be serving up some tasty treats. Take a seat at one of the outdoor tables, enjoy the cozy autumn atmosphere, or dance the night away under the open sky.
The dedication of Kullagatan, October 1961. Speeches were given, vintage cars were the last vehicles to drive along Kullagatan before it became a pedestrian street, and the Helsingör Girls’ Guard marched.
About Kullagatan
At St. Jörgens plats, the entrance to Sweden’s oldest pedestrian street, Kullagatan, opens. A 470 meter pedestrian street that extends to Stortorget and in the middle you will find Konsul Olssons plats. On Kullagatan, major international brands are represented in exclusive shops while well-known chains attract a large flow of visitors. Take a break from shopping and enjoy a coffee and a fika at one of the cafés along the street or why not an after shopping with a glass of bubbly and something good to eat.
Find your way to Kullagatan
The easiest way to get there by public transport is to take the bus to the Sundstorget stop, which is right next to Kullagatan. By car, you can park in Sundstorgsgaraget. Here you will find Helsingborg’s parking map.
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