On April 30, Stockholm takes on a medieval atmosphere as Valborg (short for Valborgsmässoafton) is celebrated. It’s Sweden’s classic spring kickoff with a big bonfire, great vibes, and wonderful company of locals and internationals. This is one of Sweden’s most cherished spring traditions and a perfect way to enjoy the season with others. Whether you’ve celebrated Valborg before or are …
🎨 A Touch of Spring, A Splash of Art – Liljevalchs’ Spring Exhibition
We invite you to step into spring with us at Vårsalongen (Spring Salon) at Liljevalchs, Stockholm’s oldest and most iconic art gallery. Every year since 1921, this juried exhibition brings together a vibrant mix of contemporary Swedish and international artworks, an inspiring way to experience the city’s creative side up close. Here’s the plan: We will meet at 11:00 AM …
Hallongrotta Day Fika ☕
Let’s have a little raspberry celebration! We know, it’s St. Patrick’s Day, too. But here in Sweden, one can’t miss Hallongrotta Day. Join us for a cozy meetup to celebrate that famous cookie. Meet fellow internationals, enjoy some treats, and let’s have a good chat – because no one should celebrate alone! Here’s the plan: We’ll meet on March 17 …
Stockholm City Museum meetup – learn where you live!
Sometimes the most obvious (and free!) things are right next to us—and we still manage to miss them. Have you been to the Stockholm City Museum, for example? Even if you have, join us for a visit and a chance to meet fellow internationals in the city. Let’s learn something new about Stockholm and discuss it together! Here’s the plan: …
“Let’s-Meet-and-Maybe-See-Some-Art” Fika
March is here – but is spring? That doubtful mood inspired the Grow team to organize this laid-back get-together. The plan is very flexible; all you need is some free time on Thursday. We’ll simply meet and take it from there. We’ll grab a fika (or something savory), get to know each other, catch up with familiar faces, and then …
Semla Eating Fika with Grow
Let’s meet up and share the winteriest Swedish bun! ❄️🍰 Snow on the streets of Stockholm is like whipped cream on a semla – it makes even a simple background feel special. We decided not to wait until Semmeldagen and instead gather for our very own semla fika. Here’s the plan: We’ll meet at 1:00 PM on January 6, then …
Uppsala: Reaching the Swedish Job Market
Are you ready to step into the world of the Swedish job market? Join this event and gain a unique opportunity to learn how to grow your professional network, identify your skills and strengths, and understand how to successfully integrate into the Swedish workplace. Why attend? Uppsala International Hub, Uppsala University, and the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences have partnered …
Marzipan Day Fika and New Year Catch-Up 🙌
Hi, fellow internationals! With 2026 on the calendar, it’s time to get back to our regular gatherings. We’ve missed you and are excited to see both familiar and new faces for a fika or lunch in mid-January. Here’s the plan: We’ll meet at 2:00 PM on January 12 at a cozy café. It’s Marzipan Day in Sweden, but you’re welcome …
Stockholm: Nobel Week Lights Fika
Let’s meet up for pastries and lights! ✨ When the days are dark and cold, a bit of light – and a warm fika – makes all the difference. Nobel Lights add a special artistic sparkle, and before Grow Internationals takes a Christmas break, we’d love to gather for a cozy get-together at Kungsholmen. Here’s the plan: We’ll meet at …
Uppsala: Christmas at Uplands
Every Christmas, the Uplands Nation house becomes a cozy meeting place for Uppsala’s international community; researchers settling into their new roles, students staying over the break, and professionals who’ve made Uppsala their temporary or long-term home. The tradition started back in 1969 with a handful of students who couldn’t travel, and it’s grown into one of the city’s most welcoming …










