Lucia has been a Swedish Christmas tradition since the end of the 18th century and is now one of the country's most popular and atmospheric celebrations. The festivities on and around the 13th December are associated with the darkest day of the year, saffron-spiced lussekatter Lucia buns and, of course, Saint Lucia herself, all dressed in white with a crown of candles. Each year, several Lucia processions, concerts and activities are arranged in Stockholm; follow our guide to the churches and concert halls where you can experience this very special celebration.
Lucia concerts in Stockholm
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Lucia concerts
- Eric Ericsonhallen – Stockholm City Voices
- Skansen – Old-fashioned Lucia
- Oscarskyrkan – Traditional concert
- Berwaldhallen – Embrace the atmosphere
- Engelbrektskyrkan – From darkness to light
- Storkyrkan – Lucia celebrations in the Old Town
- Katarina Kyrka – Children's and youth choirs
- Radisson Blu Waterfront Hotel – In the heart of the city
- Nordiska museet – A magical Lucia
- Stockholms stadshus – Lucia in the City Hall
- Berns – Lucia breakfast
Lucia concerts
Lucia concerts held in Stockholm
Stockholm City Voices
Stockholm City Voices are back. This year they're holding a sparkling Lucia concert and Christmas show at beautiful Eric Ericsonhallen. Walk out to Skeppsholmen in the winter darkness and get into the Christmas spirit with old and new favourites. You can buy festive snacks in the interval.
- When: 10 Dec, 3pm & 6.30pm
- Price: 200-350 SEK
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Kyrkslingan 2-4, City
- Website • 073-374 44 22
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- Biljetter
Old-fashioned Lucia
Lucia is celebrated at Skansen over three days, in true traditional style. Celebrations are extra special this year as it marks the 130 year anniversary of Skansen's first Lucia procession. Enjoy atmospheric Lucia songs in Seglora church, and a major Lucia concert takes place on Saturday 9th on the Solliden stage.
- When: 9-10 Dec and 13 Dec
- Price: 70-245 SEK
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Djurgårdsslätten 49-51, Djurgården
- Website • 08-442 80 00
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Traditional concert
Oscars Youth Choir will be putting on traditional and atmospheric Lucia concerts with well-known songs. The concert will be performed three times: on Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday - Lucia Day.
- When: 9-10 Dec and 13 Dec
- Price: 100-120 SEK
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Narvavägen 6, Östermalm
- Website • 08-442 51 00
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Embrace the atmosphere
On the 10th of December, Berwaldhallen puts on a classic Lucia celebration with a harmonious atmosphere for the whole family. They promise traditional, well-loved advent and Lucia songs along with contemporary favourites, sung by Nacka music students. A concert filled with well-loved advent songs, modern favourites and a peaceful festive atmosphere.
- When: 10 Dec, 4pm & 6pm
- Price: From 120-430 SEK, children 60-215 SEK
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Dag Hammarskjöldsväg 3 , Östermalm/Djurgården/Gärdet
- Website • 08-784 50 00
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From darkness to light
Take part in a classic Lucia concert which begins with the church in complete darkness with deep baritones and medieval music mixed with ancient herding songs and choral music. Lucia and her attendants then enter the church singing traditional Lucia songs and spreading light.
- When: 12-13 Dec
- Price: 170-450 SEK
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Östermalmsgatan 20, Östermalm
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Lucia celebrations in the Old Town
The Lucia celebrations in the Old Town's Storkyrkan and St Jacobs churches draw in large crowds each year. The beloved Lucia songs are perfomed by various children's and youth choirs, among them the St Jacobs vocal ensemble and Storkyrkan's youth choir. Experience Storkyrkan's medieval mystique or the baroque splendour of St Jacobs church.
- When: 9-10 and 12-13 Dec
- Price: From 100-290 SEK
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Trångsund 1, Old Town
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Children's and youth choirs
Beautiful Katarina Church in Södermalm is putting on an atmospheric concert with the parish's children's and youth choirs spreading light and warmth in the December darkness.
- When: 10 Dec and 13 Dec
- Price: 70-140 SEK
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Högbergsgatan 13A, Södermalm
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In the heart of the city
The Lucia Gala takes place at the Waterfront, putting on a traditional celebration with music from Stockholm's Singers and music classes from Adolf Fredrik and Lilla Akademien. Sit back in the comfortable armchairs and enjoy atmospheric singing, framed by beautiful light processions on the stage and in the stands.
- When: 10 Dec 2pm & 5.30pm
- Price: 140-420 SEK
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Nils Ericsons Plan 4, City/Norrmalm
- Website • 08-505 060 00
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A magical Lucia
The Nordic Museum embraces the magic of Christmas with a Lucia concert performed by Adolf Fredrik's music classes and the cello ensemble Lux. Enjoy the sonorous voices of children and young people in unison with strings in the magnificent Great Hall.
- When: 15-16 Dec 7.30pm
- Price: 325 SEK
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Djurgårdsvägen 6-16, Djurgården
- Website • 08-519 546 00
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Lucia in the City Hall
In the magnificent Blue Hall of Stockholm City Hall, some 250 music students from Stockholm Music gymnasium and Kungsholmen gymnasium will be putting on a glittering Lucia performance. They'll be singing traditional Lucia songs as well as international Christmas music in historic surroundings.
- When: 16-17 Dec
- Price: from 180 SEK
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Hantverkargatan 1, City/Kungsholmen
- Website • 08-508 290 58
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Lucia breakfast
Experience an enchanting Lucia procession at Berns while enjoying a luxurious breakfast buffet. The Lucia celebration is traditional, with classic songs such as Staffan Stalledräng and Hosiana Davids son. Tables are booked via the website.
- When: 13 Dec 7 & 9am
- Price: 485 SEK including breakfast
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Berzelii Park, City/Norrmalm
- Website • 08-566 322 00
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