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That's why Den Gamle By is nominated for the EMYA award 2026

That's why Den Gamle By is nominated for the EMYA award 2026

That's why Den Gamle By is nominated for the EMYA award 2026. You may know that special silence that falls over a street that is not quite present and not quite past. The trash can that stands on the sidewalk is a historical object, but it looks like a completely ordinary...

Dear Evan Hansen at Aarhus Theatre is a musical that touches deeply

Dear Evan Hansen at Aarhus Theatre is a musical that touches deeply

Dear Evan Hansen at Aarhus Theatre is a musical that hits deep. There are performances you go into and performances you leave. Dear Evan Hansen is the latter. When the lights came on in Aarhus Theatre's large hall, I sat for a moment thinking that I wasn't quite ready...

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Vue Bruuns is open again with a new cinema experience

Vue Bruuns is open again with a new cinema experience

Vue Bruuns is open again with a whole new cinema experienceI have always loved going to the cinema. And I have always seen it as a holistic experience. It doesn't start when the lights go down and the film starts. It starts when you walk in the door. The sounds and smells of...

Pappagallo invites you to Magic Music Zoo in Ridehuset

Pappagallo invites you to Magic Music Zoo in Ridehuset

Pappagallo invites you to Magic Music Zoo in RidehusetThere are moments in Aarhus where the city feels almost too nice. Where the new glass facades and the streamlined cafes make it all seem a bit coordinated and predictable. But amidst all the polish, there is a...

Are you single in Aarhus? Find presence at SingleNordic

Are you single in Aarhus? Find presence at SingleNordic

At SingleNordic, it's not about swiping - it's about meeting. There's something special about those moments when you almost say something to a stranger. You're standing in line at the supermarket in Frederiksbjerg, or sitting on the bus to Trøjborg. You make eye contact, maybe a little...

Experience The Dome and James Turrell at ARoS

Experience The Dome and James Turrell at ARoS

Now As Seen Below - The Dome, a Skyspace by James Turrell opens at ARoSAfter years of scaffolding, cranes and curious glances towards the top of ARoS, it's finally happening. On June 19, The Dome opens, and with it Aarhus gets a new space where the sky becomes part of the art. Inside...

Aarhus Festival Week changes traditions

Aarhus Festival Week changes traditions

Aarhus Festival Week changes traditions Something very special is happening in Aarhus as we approach the end of August. You can feel it before you even think about it. Both in the air and in the streets. In the way people just hang around on the sidewalk a little longer. The festival week is...

Zar Paulo takes over Aarhus with their new album EX_EUROPA

Zar Paulo takes over Aarhus with their new album EX_EUROPA

Zar Paulo takes over Aarhus with their new album EX_EUROPAThey have written songs in a bunker under a 7-Eleven in Aarhus, hunted for bugs in a damp castle basement and created music in a disused county hospital. Now the Aarhus boys in Zar Paulo return home with the album EX_EUROPA and their...

Candlelight returns to Aarhus with music by candlelight

Candlelight returns to Aarhus with music by candlelight

Candlelight returns to Aarhus with music and magic in the glow of candlelight. At the bottom of the article you can see the entire program for 2026. Experience the popular concerts in the historic setting of the Helsingør Theater in 2026. Candlelight has become a global phenomenon. From New York to...

The Boyband brings the 90s party to Aarhus in April 2026

The Boyband brings the 90s party to Aarhus in April 2026

The Boyband brings the 90s party to Aarhus in April 2026You know the feeling. The first chords of "I Want It That Way" hit the room, and before you know it, you're singing along. All around, small groups stand close together. Some laugh, while others close their eyes for a moment,...

Close to love: Tristan & Isolde at Aarhus Theatre

Close to love: Tristan & Isolde at Aarhus Theatre

Close to love: Tristan & Isolde at Aarhus TeaterHow does it feel when a love story that is several hundred years old is played out just a few meters from you, with ruins surrounding the stage and the emotions up close? I attended the premiere of Tristan & Isolde at...

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When all of Aarhus lights up for Christmas

When all of Aarhus lights up for Christmas

6 Christmas experiences in one dayHow Christmas starts in AarhusWhen all of Aarhus lights up for Christmas - see where you can join in On November 14, all of Aarhus will be lit up in the first glimmer of Christmas. All over the city, small and big moments will take place that mark the start of the season. From...

When gin becomes a craft – a visit to Njord Gin at Sydhavnen

When gin becomes a craft – a visit to Njord Gin at Sydhavnen

When gin becomes personal - Inside Njord at SydhavnenA visit to Njord at SydhavnenA little over ten years ago, the gin wave exploded. From being something many associated with pine needles and English pubs, gin suddenly became a fashion phenomenon. The bottles filled the wine shops' shelves...

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The junk café reopens – new location, same important mission

The Skraldecaféen reopens - a new beginning in KaløgadePhoto: Frederikke SørensenThere was a very special atmosphere in the air on Friday, February 14, when the Skraldecaféen was able to open its doors again - this time in the new premises at Kaløgade 7, Aarhus C. After a period of...

A Journey into the Deep – The New Atlantics Experience

A journey into the depths – The experience of New AtlanticsText by: Christina - Photo: Henrik Sørensen, copyrightOn a cool January afternoon, with the winter cold still biting my cheeks, I step into Kunsthal Aarhus to experience New Atlantics by Marie Kølbæk Iversen. I...

DAD delivered rock in Aarhus – but with room for more

DAD delivered rock in Aarhus – but with room for more40th anniversary and new music from DAD 2024 marked an impressive milestone for DAD, as the band celebrated 40 years on the Danish and international rock scene. With their new album Speed ​​of Darkness, they have not only created...

Art, culture and dialogue at TESE, KØN and Kunsthal Aarhus

Creative oases in Aarhus - Art, culture and dialogue at TESE, KØN and Kunsthal AarhusAarhus is known for being a city where art and creativity thrive. The city's many cultural venues offer unique experiences, each of which invites contemplation and reflection in its own way. In...

Lucia in Kayak created a magical evening by the harbor

Lucia procession in kayak is a floating Christmas tradition in AarhusText by: Christina - Photo: Henrik Sørensen, copyrightFriday evening there was a real Christmas atmosphere in Aarhus, as the city offered three different Lucia processions. While some chose to experience Lucia at ARoS or with ReThinker at...

The taste of Christmas at Skovmøllen Ø

The taste of Christmas at Skovmøllen Ø - Cozy and good atmosphere at Bassin 7 This year's Christmas lunch at Aarhus Inside was held this year at Skovmøllen Ø, located at Bassin 7 by the harbor front houses on Aarhus Ø. A Christmas lunch that created Christmas magic with delicious food, coziness and smiling...

Fernisation at ARoS – Barbara Kruger sets the mind in motion

Opening at ARoS - Barbara Kruger gets her thoughts goingThursday evening there was a lot of attention surrounding the opening of Barbara Kruger's new exhibition at ARoS, No Comment. The red and white wine glasses were ready on the long tables, and several hundred guests, ranging from...

The most beautiful Christmas lights in Aarhus - See guide to the places in the city

The most beautiful Christmas lights in Aarhus - See guide to the places in the city When December hits Aarhus, the city's streets are transformed with beautiful Christmas lights. Here's a guide to the places where you can experience Christmas lights - perfect for getting into the Christmas spirit or just enjoying a moment in the middle of...

Christmas in Freedom celebrates 9 years of Christmas magic and events

Jul i Friheden celebrates 9 years of Christmas magic and eventsFor 9 years, Friheden has opened its doors to Jul i Friheden, and they still manage to impress with Christmas decorations and lights that can take your breath away. Year after year, they have made it a tradition to create a magical atmosphere where Christmas...

Series Awards 2024 – A tribute to Danish television culture

Series Awards 2024 – A tribute to Danish TV culture On Thursday evening, we took part in the Series Awards in Filmbyen in Aarhus – an awards ceremony that celebrates Danish TV series and those behind them in the best possible way. From the moment we arrived at Studio 1 in Filmbyen, we could feel the relaxed but...

Warrior – Special exhibition at Moesgaard Museum

Warrior - Special exhibition at Moesgaard MuseumThe Warrior exhibition at Moesgaard is a journey into the heart of war. When you enter the Warrior exhibition at Moesgaard Museum, you are immediately enveloped in an atmosphere that manages to combine historical knowledge with a deep...

Have a spooky experience for Halloween in Tivoli Friheden

Get a spooky experience during the autumn holidays for Halloween at Tivoli FrihedenOn Saturday, I, along with many other Aarhusians, got a taste of what awaits us for Halloween at Tivoli Friheden, when the park opened with a sneak peek at the autumn's big...

Nisseloftet in Den Gamle By. Read about the elves' secret Christmas

The elves' secret Christmas in the elves' loft in the Old Town Guardians of Christmas legends in the elves' loft in the Old Town In the loft above the cobblestone streets of the Old Town in Aarhus, where time seems to stand still, a small group of elves live undisturbed by the hustle and bustle of humans...

The light festival Aarhus Festival Week 2024

The Light Festival for Aarhus Festuge 2024For the fourth year in a row, Aarhus Festuge invites you to the Festuge, where the city is illuminated by a magical glow. Explore the city and experience world-class light art, created by both Danish and international artists. The Light Festival offers...

Antique exhibitions – Permanent exhibition at Moesgaard Museum

Antique exhibitions - Permanent exhibition at Moesgaard MuseumExhibitions The antique exhibitions at Moesgaard Museum offer a captivating journey through history, where you step into the world of the Stone Age and wander through time right up to the days of the Middle Ages. With a multitude of…

The Golf Forest is a hit with the whole family

Golfskoven is a hit with the whole familyI have always considered minigolf as an activity for children on summer vacation and the few times I have tried playing myself I have not been a big fan. But that changed completely after a visit to Golfskoven in Aarhus. Approximately...

Smukfest ends peacefully: Families and Danish stars dominate Sunday

Smukfest ends in peace and quiet: Families and Danish stars dominate SundayAfter five intense days at Smukfest, where I have navigated between concerts, interviews, and countless impressions, Sunday has finally arrived. It is the day when the festival slowly begins to...

Sex, glitter and good advice: This is how we took the pulse at Smukfest

Sex, glitter and good advice: How we took the pulse at SmukfestAt Smukfest, where the beech trees are witness to both wild parties and deep conversations, we went exploring to take the temperature of the guests. With a few quirky questions in our back pocket, we got both laughs and thoughtful...

Smukfest is just love

"Smukfest is just love""Smukfest is just love" - ​​The words were said by a festival guest who compared Smukfest to other Danish festivals, and I couldn't help but smile when I overheard his conversation with his friend. Because I'm completely...

Experience the south at the East Jutland beaches

Experience the south at the beaches of East JutlandWith the Marselisborg forests all the way down to the beach, the large boulders and crooked bushes, you may wonder if you are actually on a beach in the south. On both sides of Moesgaard beach south of Aarhus city center, there are several...

Green 2024 – that's why we return to Green year after year

Green Concert 2024 in Aarhus was an unforgettable day in the spirit of community33.000 people bathed in 25 degree sunshine. Marienlystvej in Aarhus transformed into a sea of ​​smiles, coziness and community. The stage was set for a day filled with musical memories to the tunes of Danish...

Island party on Aarhus Ø – A community on the quayside

AWC creates a successful folk festival with Ø-Fest on Aarhus ØThis weekend, Ø-fest was held for the 4th year in a row and the organizer behind it is Aarhus Watersport Complex (AWC).The event, which took place at Basin 7 on Aarhus Ø, has attracted both local and international participants to...

Toto enchants the audience in Friheden

Toto delivers an unforgettable evening of hits in FrihedenSaturday evening I was ready with photographer Wyrle Studio for the third Summer Session in Tivoli Friheden this summer. Toto played on stage, and Sko/Torp warmed up the audience. And together they delivered Summer Sessions...

ZZ Top delivered a magical concert at Tivoli Friheden

ZZ Top delivered a magical concert in Tivoli FrihedenMonday night with ZZ Top was more than just another concert in Tivoli Friheden. For me it was a nostalgic journey back to my childhood, filled with rock'n'roll energy. The music from ZZ Top has been a part of my...

Journey and Europe with nostalgia and rock in Tivoli Friheden

Journey and Europe with nostalgia and rock in Tivoli FrihedenWith an umbrella in one hand and a draft beer in the other, I stood with 2000 other concertgoers in Tivoli Friheden on Saturday evening, waiting for huge hits like "Don't Stop Believin'", "Send Her My Love" and "The...

Glitter Wrestling at Northside is a hit

Daily dose of glitter and glamour - Experience glitter wrestling at NorthsideWhen you walk down towards the Nova stage, you will find the large Side-show tent on the left. The tent hosts a varied program daily with cabaret, DJs, soloists and not least glitter wrestling....

Northside 2024 opens with a cloudburst

Northside 2024 opens with a downpourNorthside 2024 started with a bang - or rather, a downpour. The rain was pouring down on Eskelund as the first guests arrived. Hardcore festivalgoers trudged through the mud, ready to experience three days filled with music...

Radio go!FM Live 2024 gathered 12.000 for a festive evening in Tivoli

Radio go!FM Live gathered 12.000 for a festive evening in TivoliTivoli Friheden provided the setting for their magnificent music party on Tuesday evening, when Radio go!FM held their annual Radio go!FM Live. Over 12.000 guests, primarily young people, flocked to the amusement park for...

Ragnarok at Moesgaard is an unforgettable evening with gods and mythology

Ragnarok at Moesgaard is an unforgettable evening in the company of gods and mythology. There is something very special about experiencing theater under the open sky, and the Royal Danish Theatre's staging of Ragnarok at Moesgaard Museum is no exception. Already on the way up the hill towards...

Official opening of Vindfald Roller Coaster in Tivoli Friheden

Official opening of Vindfald Roller Coaster at Tivoli FrihedenScreams and cheers filled the air as the first cars whizzed away on Vindfald. Tivoli Friheden has today opened the doors to its newest attraction, Vindfald, a roller coaster that guarantees a rush of adrenaline and a...

Tour De Aarhus – 10 outdoor adventure tours

Tour De Aarhus10 walks in the city and its surrounding areas Aarhus offers many opportunities for walks that combine city life and nature. With a short distance between beach, forest and city, locals can easily plan varied routes that give impressions from several sides of the city. The 10 suggestions...

Aarhus Storyteller – a time journey through 1200 years of history

Aarhus Narrator - a journey through 1200 years of historyWhen you enter the Old Town in Aarhus, you open the door to a world where history literally lies at your feet. In the middle of the historical setting you will find the exhibition Aarhus Narrator. It is here that...

Celebrating the family – ARoS's 20th anniversary unites Boy with A Girl

Celebrating the family - ARoS' 20th anniversary reunites Boy with his little sister, A GirlOn the occasion of ARoS' 20th anniversary in 2024, the museum can now present Boy side by side with his little sister, A Girl through the exhibition, Ron Mueck – Art and Life Boy has been a part of...

Meet the Man - Exhibition at Moesgaard Museum

Meet the Man - Exhibition at Moesgaard MuseumMeet your prehistoric relatives at Moesgaard On your walk around Moesgaard Museum, the seven prehistoric figures that adorn the magnificent staircase will certainly catch your attention. It's like greeting your own...

Christmas in the Old City – A nostalgic Christmas walk through time

Christmas in the Old Town: Your guide to a nostalgic journey through timeThe time of traditions really unfolds in Aarhus when you enter a world of Christmas history. Here you can find the peace of Christmas as you move through centuries of traditions in the historic buildings....

Møllestien's Christmas market is a warm-hearted community project

Møllestien's Christmas market is a heartwarming community project Møllestien in Århus is a historic street known for its cobbled charm and colorful facades that hide centuries of history. The unique street, which is located in the heart of the city, is not...

Heartwarming Christmas cheer for Christmas in Freedom 2023

Heartwarming Christmas cheer for Christmas in Friheden 2023 Since 2016, Christmas in Friheden in Aarhus has been a bright spot in the dark winter time. It is here, among a multitude of illuminated paths and sparkling trees, that the city beats to the beat of the holidays and where you can feel the Christmas magic in the air....

An evening of fun and learning in Timm Vladimir's Kitchen

An evening of food, laughter and learning at Timm Vladimirs KøkkenPhoto: Timm Vladimirs KøkkenImagine an evening out that is completely different from the usual restaurant visit. At Timm Vladimirs Køkken you enter a world where you don't just sit down and wait to...

The greenhouses in Aarhus – the whole world under one roof

In the Greenhouses you will find the whole world gathered under one roof. With the Greenhouses, located in the Botanical Garden in the middle of Aarhus, you don't have to sit on a plane for 6 hours to step into a world of exotic plants. Here you will get a tour around the whole world through the four houses and come...

Nils Malmros: A tribute to Aarhus through film and memories

Nils Malmros: A tribute to Aarhus through film and memories Nils Malmros' story about Aarhus' soul and history On a warm autumn afternoon, when the last rays of the day's sun caressed the creaking wooden floors in director Nils Malmros' home in Højbjerg, he opened...

The hidden oases of the memorial park

The memorial park - Experience more than the large lawn The memorial park, a favorite among the many parks in Aarhus, is located in a scenic area flanked by the Marselisborg forests and Havreballe forest as well as the majestic Marselisborg Castle, which forms a beautiful backdrop for the park....

Experience Halloween Tivoli Friheden 2023

Dive into a world of ghostly experiences and experience a thrilling Halloween Tivoli FrihedenA world of mystery and monsters When darkness falls in Tivoli Friheden during the autumn holidays, the park is brought to life in a way you are not used to. The 4.500 cozy...

Mayor Jacob Bundsgaard's love for Aarhus

Mayor Jacob Bundsgaard's love for Aarhus: A story about the city, the Aarhus spirit and the climate Budgets, smiles and a love for the city Aarhus is a city that exudes history, culture and a very special atmosphere. And who knows Aarhus better from all angles than the city's...

3 overlooked parks in Aarhus

Discover Aarhus' hidden gems - 3 parks you must not miss In Aarhus, a multitude of scenic areas and parks await you, ready to be explored. While the city's larger, more famous parks are often packed with people, there are hidden green spots that offer tranquility,...

Generations' celebration - The journey through the community of music

Generations' celebration - The journey through the community of music On a beautiful spring evening, when the sun painted the sky in golden and orange hues, I decided to go on a summer-long journey through the wonderful world of music together with photographer Carsten Wyrle. We planned to...

Aarhus Bryghus is the place where beer and community meet

Aarhus Bryghus is the place where beer and community meet In the heart of Aarhus, in the charming industrial area of ​​Viby, there is a treasure hidden for beer enthusiasts and people who appreciate cozy Friday moments. Aarhus Bryghus, a microbrewery that turns 18 on...

The light festival Aarhus Festival Week 2023

The light festival for Aarhus Festuge 2023Aarhus Festuge is known for breathtaking light artworks that spread magic throughout the city during the festival week. adds a very special atmosphere to the event and every year offers new and creative lighting creations. Here in 2023, no one...

Unofficial Opening – United Change Festival Week in Tivoli Friheden

Unofficial Opening - United Change Festival Week in Tivoli FrihedenAarhus Festival Week is officially launched on Friday 25 August, but as tradition dictates, the day before is dedicated to the Unofficial Opening with entertainment and focus on this year's theme for Festival Week. United...

Aarhus Hostel Festival where history, music and community unite

Aarhus Hostel Festival where history, music and community unite It will be like stepping into an adventure of history and music when the Aarhus Hostel Festival unfolds on 2 September in Hasselager near Aarhus. I sat down with Helle, one of the creative employees...

Smukfest binds generations together through music and community

Smukfest binds generations together through music and community. Smukfest, also known as Denmark's Most Beautiful Festival, is every year the gathering point for thousands of people who want more than just a musical and festive experience. In the middle of the forest-fringed oasis...

Immense Festival 2023, an explosion of music and togetherness

Immense Festival 2023, an explosion of music, magic and togetherness Aarhus is known for its versatile festivals. But there is one event that stands out from the crowd - Immense Festival 2023. Where every detail is put together to create a musical and creative universe,...

Flower Festival in Tivoli Friheden 2023

An explosion of color and fun - the Flower Festival in Tivoli Friheden Close your eyes and imagine a landscape of thousands of flowers in full bloom, transforming Tivoli Friheden into an oasis of colour, fragrance and beauty. Welcome to the Flower Festival, a highlight...

Stine Bramsen at Vig Festival 2023

Stine Bramsen takes over the festival stages with presence and musical powerAt this year's Vig Festival we had the opportunity to meet Stine Bramsen - one of Denmark's most distinctive voices. With a clarity and warmth that is immediately noticeable, she shared her thoughts on the summer's festivals,...

Saint Clara at Vig Festival 2023

Saint Clara, A young musician's journey from small stages to the Vig Festival The Vig Festival has always been known for giving space to both established bands and new talents, and this year was no exception. One of the most talked about and exciting artists who made his debut on...

Felix Smith, presenter at Vig Festival

Vig Festival - A unique experience with Felix Smith behind the scenes. Pictures by Wyrle Studio, Felix Smith and journalist Christina Hazelden. Felix Smith, the presenter, who is the heart and soul of Vig Festival Vig Festival is not like many other festivals in Denmark. The...

Queen Machine Vig Festival 2023

Queen Machine - Creating shared experiences at Vig Festival with legendary Queen music A homecoming to Vig Festival Thursday evening at At 23.30, Queen Machine is ready to take the stage for the eighth time at the Vig Festival, and for the band it's a feeling of coming...

Get up close to the animals in Dyrehaven

Marselisborg Animal Park in the middle of the Marselisborg forests An oasis in the middle of Aarhus Marselisborg Animal Park is an idyllic place, located in a scenic area surrounded by the beautiful Marselisborg Forests. Here you can experience a unique atmosphere of calm and peace, and immerse yourself in the...

Life at Trøjborg - A story about community and generations at Trøjborg

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Aarhus Pride is a colorful celebration of diversity

Aarhus Pride is a colorful celebration of diversity and love Aarhus Pride is one of the year's most festive events, where thousands of people gather in the city's streets to celebrate diversity, love and the right to be yourself. With a colorful procession that...

Mikkel Tschentscher Jessen makes street art in Aarhus

How does a boy from Risskov become a street art artist in Aarhus? Mikkel Tschentscher Jessen has been drawing since he was 10 years old, until it became more fun to spend time playing computer games instead. So when, 2 years ago, he again took a pencil in his hand and began to...

Festival guests at NorthSide

Festival guests at NorthSide, music, community and new experiences No festival without festival guests and at 14 Thursday afternoon, it was opened for this year's NorthSide and people started to enter the festival square. For the first few hours there was plenty of space on it...

Experiences at the NorthSide festival 2023

Experiences on the NorthSide. Creativity, dance and unforgettable memories NorthSide Festival 2023 was not just music and fragrant food stalls, but a three-day feast for the senses. On the festival grounds, there was a wealth of creative activities that took place between the concerts,…

Radio Go FM Live is an annual celebration of traditions

Radio go!FM Live is an annual Aarhus festival with traditions Every year in April, many thousands of Radio go!FM listeners in Aarhus begin to buzz with anticipation. It is almost time for the highly sought-after tickets for this year's event in Friheden to be released in...