Summer in the city
Summer is finally here – the time of year when all of Helsingborg blooms and invites you to hang out in every corner. We have collected tips on events, outdoor cafés, ice cream stands, swimming spots, fun playgrounds for families with children and much more!
Events
Unsdagar
The summer event Unsdagar is back! During four Wednesdays – July 23 and 30, August 6 and 13 at 17.00-18.30, a living room-style stage will be set up at Konsul Trapp’s place at Stortorget. Helsingborg artist Pontus Assarsson will lead us through the Wednesdays and will be visited on stage by fellow artists and Helsingborg profiles.
Fest på Kajen
This summer there will be a festival directly on the quayside in the heart of Helsingborg, Ångfärjeparken. Here, famous artists will perform such as KAJ – this year’s winner of the Melodifestivalen, do not miss this!
The family gala, July 26
Rock på Kajen, August 29
Fest på Kajen, August 30
Family day in Oceanhamnen
On August 10, Oceanhamnen will be filled with laughter, music, movement and community – all in support of children and young people with type 1 diabetes. All proceeds from the activities will go to Barndiabetesfonden and Sockertoppen IF – to support research and camp activities for children with type 1 diabetes.
Sommarpaviljongen
Come to Sommarpaviljongen at Birger Sjöberg’s Music Pavilion in Musikparken for a cozy moment with the family, socializing with good old friends, AW picnic with colleagues or in your own company. Eight consecutive Thursdays from June 26 to August 14, the evening program starts at 18.00 and admission is always free!
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Creative Contrasts – an art exhibition
June 14, 15, 16, 17, 21, 22, 26, 27, 28 and 29, Karantänen
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After Beach with live music at Pålsjö Krog
July 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25 and 26, August 1 and 2 at 15.00-18.00, Pålsjö Krog
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Solsting at Pålsjö Krog
Every Friday and Saturday right after their After Beach, they continue to create a summer feeling with ”Solsting”. DJ who delivers nice summer vibes in the outdoor bar between 17.30-21.30.
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Tura Live
Fridays and Saturdays, Jeppe – 16.30-20.30, Pernille – 17.00-21.00, Sundsbussarna
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Salsa and bachata outside Dunkers kulturhus
On Sundays from 18.00 to 20.00 you can dance salsa and bachata at the back of Dunkers kulturhus with Impulse Dance.
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Sunset Session at Rooftop Bar
Delicious cocktails, gorgeous sunset and great DJ vibes – an evening where the atmosphere, music and view merge into an experience beyond the ordinary! Fridays June 13 – August 15, 21.00-00.00 at Clarion Hotel Sea Us Rooftop.
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Spritz Time at Rooftop
Summer afternoons just got an Italian citrus scent and bubbly atmosphere! Wednesdays and Thursdays, classic Italian aperitifs meet the Mediterranean in the middle of central Helsingborg. June 26 – August 14 at Clarion Hotel Sea Us Rooftop.
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After Beach on the Rooftop
When the sun is still baking and the sea is sparkling, it’s time for After Beach! Cool cocktails, nice beats and the glittering sea that hangs with us all evening. Mondays and Tuesdays June 30 – August 12 at Clarion Hotel Sea Us Rooftop.
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Sunset Fever at Yoko
Helsingborg’s own summer club is back at Yoko every Friday and Saturday June 27 – August 23 23.00-03.00
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Wednesday Club at Yoko
10 steps to the right of the main entrance you will find a hidden door – only open Wednesdays 23.00-03.00 during July. Opening July 2 – closing July 30. Every Wednesday 23.00-03.00
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Summer AW at Le Cardinal
July 3 and August 14 – Aperol-AW, July 31 and August 28 – AW with moule and bubbles, Le Cardinal
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Nice outdoor cafés
WADA
Amore Fantasia
At Mollbergs
bakehouse Oceanhamnen
Lifeguards
Just Vara
Barski
Bastard Burgers
Benchwarmers
Brewery Oceanhamnen
Bruket Coffee Shop
The brunch counter
Brutals
Café 1886 (F.d Zoegas Café)
Café Due
Café Mezo
Café Viva
Diné Burgers
Diplomat & Bar
Ebba’s Fik
Enje
Ètoile café & bistro
A little piece of art
FiraVin
Fria Bad & Bar
Heat
Helsingörskajen 10
K-street
Kings Corner Steak ´n Pub
Kitchen Floor
Koreana
Crawl in
La Venta
Mrs. Moustache
Mr. York
Möllebacken
Nelly’s Food etc.
No Mash
O´Learys
Old Times Restaurant
Olson’s pantry
Pålsjö Krog
Paolo’s
Pellegrino
Pitcher’s
Nessie Pub
Restaurant Edelweiss
Roy’s Food & Bar
Scandic Oceanhamnen Restaurant
Herring & Mackerel
Sweet House Café
Taco Bar
Theater Hook Culise
Teo’s Kitchen & Bar
The Bishop Arms Mollbergs
The Bishops Arms Marina Plaza
The Tivoli
Square No. 7
Troppan Bar & Grill
Outpost
Carriage hall 16
Villa Bosco
Wayne’s Coffee
Yoko
Zushi Oceanhamnen
Ålgrändens Ost & Deli
Experience Söder
Söderscen has loaded up with a packed summer program of activities at Furutorpsplatsen and Söderrummet at Gustav Adolfs torg. There will be dance, music, taster activities, crafts and lots of other fun!
Dunkers summer vacation program
Want to take a writing course, learn to sing or try playing the keyboard? Check out Dunkers kulturhus summer vacation program.
More summer tips!
Visit Helsingborg has gathered all of Helsingborg’s summer musts in one place – Summer in Helsingborg.
Ungdomsappen
Ungdomsappen is the perfect companion for you who are between 13-25 years old in Helsingborg. Here you can keep track of activities and events, chat with leisure leaders, get the opportunity to participate in and influence our activities and get tips on activities based on your interests.
Musik i city
This summer, we’re filling the city with lots of great music! Every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday, troubadours will be playing around the city to entertain and set the mood for our visitors and residents.
Tuesday, July July 1 the event starts and ends on Thursday, August 14.
Date and place of Musik i city
Gustav Adolfs torg
Tuesdays July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, August 5 and 12, 17.00-19.00
Maria Torg
Thursdays July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, August 7 and 14 from 17.00 to 19.00
Norra hamnen
Thursdays 3, 10, 17 and 24, 31 July and 7 and 14 August, 15.00-17.00
The main square
Saturdays July 5, 12, 19, 26, August 2 and 9 from 12:00 to 14:00
Master Palms Square
Wednesdays, July 23 and 30, August 6 and 13, 17.00-19.00
*We reserve the right to make changes to times and adjustments in case of bad weather.
Bathing in the city
Helsingborg’s coastline offers something for everyone, with a mix of sandy beaches, grassy areas and piers, making it a popular destination for sunbathers and swimming enthusiasts alike.
Tropical Beach
In the middle of the city, palm trees sway and the beach bar offers cool drinks, good food and a great atmosphere. A smaller beach with a lovely foreign feel.
Gröningen
One of Helsingborg’s most popular gathering places in the summer. There are large grass areas and wooden decks right by the sea with four different jetties to the water and plenty of sun loungers. Grass or wooden deck, what do you prefer?
Free Baths
A stone’s throw away awaits a wide and long sandy beach with turquoise blue water. There are both beach restaurants and ice cream kiosks. Lots of sand, lots of space! Perfect for families with small children.
Playgrounds
Spindellekan, Konsul Olssons plats
Climb up the four meter high net and go down again!
Stadslekan, Bollbrogatan/Stadsparken
There’s enough speed here to make your stomach churn; swing, slide or try something else fun!
The Medieval Playground, Bergaliden/Slottshagen
Play for fun in the medieval village and the Mini Core.
The park, Furutorpsplatsen
Jump high in the bouncy castle or try the climbing wall, ropeway and swings.
The Surf Playground, Gröningen
Do you dare to climb into a big shark hole? Or climb up a giant jellyfish and slide down the winding slide?
The Jungle Playground, Dockanparken/Oceanhamnen
Climb with the monkeys and listen to the gorilla’s roar. At The Jungle Playground you will find all kinds of animals with lots of cool sounds!
Söderlekan, Gustav Adolfs torg
Now you can jump, run and play in miniature forms of the famous landmarks of the South.
Picnic in the park
Dockanparken
In Dockanparken in Oceanhamnen you sit right by the sea with a view of the shipyard bridge and the harbor basin where the ferries come in. And The Jungle Playground is right next door!
Furutor Square
At Söder you will find Furutorpsplatsen, a large park perfect for activities! Combine a picnic with a game of kubb or challenge your friends to a football match.
Gröningen
Buy take-away from your favorite post-beach spot and sit on the grass or dock and enjoy the sunset over the Sound.
Margaretaplatsen
Margaretaplatsen is a great place to relax and play, with its large lawns and western location below Landborgen. Here you can lay out your blanket and enjoy the sun or sit quietly on a bench and look at the flower plantings.
Music Park
Musikparken is a leafy park with lots of greenery just off Södergatan. It is close to Mäster Palms plats and all the restaurants, which is perfect when you want to buy food and have a picnic in the park.
Slottshagen
Views of the city, entertainment in Grytan and Kärnan right next door, what more could you ask for when going on a picnic?
Stadsparken
In the center of the city you will find Stadsparken with proximity to lots of restaurants and cafes. In the park there are tables and chairs where you can enjoy a lovely lunch.
Vikingsberg Park
Vikingsbergsparken is still reminiscent of its origins: a privately owned park from the turn of the last century. There are playgrounds, a boules court, a pond, a fountain and beautiful flower rooms as well as large green areas – perfect for a picnic blanket with a view of Öresund.
Steam ferry park
Ångfärjeparken is the perfect picnic spot on a hot summer day. It is also close to several restaurants, cafés and ice cream parlors where you can buy goodies for your picnic.
Öresundsparken
Öresundsparken is partly located on the steep slope of the castle. Up on the plateau there is, among other things, a pond that is a remnant of the moat around Kärnan. has a lookout point and offers fantastic views of Helsingborg’s rooftops and Öresund. Öresundsparken
Give the whole city as a gift!
HBG City’s digital city gift card is a gift card that can be used at over 200 affiliated businesses. Everything from shops, cafés and restaurants to hotels, cultural experiences and salons in the city. The city gift card is a perfect gift if you want to combine great choice with a good deed for the city. Many companies buy city gift cards for their employees as a summer present. A brilliant idea!
Shopping
Summer shopping at its best, in a cozy city center where well-known chains are interspersed with unique shops. You’ll be welcomed by knowledgeable staff who will help you find what you’re looking for with great service.
Experience
In Helsingborg there are lots of options for fun experiences. Go to the movies, enjoy live music, see an exhibition, take part in the large cultural offer, challenge your friends in bowling or the family in a music quiz. Make summer memories together!
Bo
Staying in a hotel in Helsingborg is not only a necessity during your stay, it is an experience in itself. It’s a chance to relax, enjoy and let yourself be pampered by the hospitality and charm of the city.
Restaurants & Cafées
From the picturesque cobbled alleys to the promenade along the sparkling water, Helsingborg is a paradise for gastronomic adventures. From traditional cafés to trendy restaurants that tempt with exciting creations.
