Playoffs: October 18–20

Marie Göranzon and Krister Henriksson are two of Sweden’s greatest acting legends and have treated us to a string of outstanding performances over the past...

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Jonatan Unge, Ahmed Berhan, Oct. 23

Ahmed Behran & Jonatan Unge are reuniting for an evening at Rival in Stockholm on October 23. It wasn't supposed to turn out like this....

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“Elton Meets Freddie” 10/28

Johan Boding & Jonas Gideon, two close friends who are now enjoying huge success with their joint show “Elton John meets Freddie Mercury”! After sold-out concert halls and...

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Doctor Glas, Oct. 29–30

Hjalmar Söderberg's DOKTOR GLAS – a monologue with Jens Hultén "Nothing diminishes and depresses a person as much as the awareness of not being loved."...

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Marika Carlsson 10/31

“I think it’s about time we laughed at menopause,” says Marika Carlsson. She promises that as a woman in the prime of life, you will...

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Fran Lebowitz 1/11

The prominent American author, humorist, and social critic Fran Lebowitz is coming back to Sweden! After a sold-out evening in September 2025, Fran Lebowitz is back....

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The Health Revolution 2/11

Live podcast with Maria Borelius and Carina Nunstedt! After six years as one of Sweden's most popular health podcasts, Hälsorevolutionen invites you to a holistic evening where...

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Isaac and the Soul Machine 6/11

Over the course of 60 intense minutes, Isaac And The Soul Machine take the audience on a musical journey through Tom Jones’s incredible career. But this is...

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The Refreshments 7/11

The Refreshments are coming to Rival in Stockholm. With 37 years on stage and over 5,000 shows under their belt, The Refreshments are coming to Rival in...

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Christer Sjögren 8/11

Christer Sjögren is back on stage with his acclaimed show “The Best of Christer Sjögren.” Together with his band and the fantastic singer Anna Werner...

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All according to Gert, November 10

Meet the man behind the architecture. How does Gert Wingårdh think when he designs buildings? What sparks his curiosity, what makes him doubt himself, and where does his courage come from...

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Sven-Ingvars 12-14/11

A 70th anniversary! The story from yesterday lives on today – and will be told tomorrow. In 2026, Sven Ingvars will embark on a major anniversary tour to celebrate 70 years...

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Be Yourself 11/15

Thousands of young people have grown through experiences, community, and joy. At the "Be Yourself" Day on Sunday, November 15, we’ll come together and inspire more people to...

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Hansson de Wolfe United, November 16–18

Hansson de Wolfe United, one of Sweden’s biggest bands, is back on stage in the fall of 2026 – at Rival in Stockholm on November 16, 17, and 18....

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Henrik Hjelt, November 19

Henrik Hjelt: FINALLY! – 30 years of humor in its purest form. No preaching. 100% stand-up. From the makeshift stages of Uppsala to the whole nation’s...

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Thursday, November 20

“Wanting to but not being able to”: the story of Gunnar, Axel, and Lars-Erik Nyman. A musical performance by and starring Torsson. Narrator: Per Lasson. –We’ve told a lot of stories...

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One Evening, Three Star Authors, Nov. 23

One evening, three star authors! Denise Rudberg, Ruth Kvarnström-Jones, and Mari Jungstedt take the stage at Rival in Stockholm for a joint authors’ evening. Don’t miss this chance to hear...

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The Prejudice Podcast Live, November 28

The Prejudice Podcast is turning 10! Hundreds of guests. Thousands of really weak prejudices, a handful that turned out to be pretty accurate, and quite a few that maybe should never have been said out loud. Now...

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Banna Sona, Nov. 29–30

BANNA SONA BAND – Christmas Edition 2026. Their success is a fact, following a fall and summer of sold-out concert halls and summer stages across Sweden, the radio hit...

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Marcus Berggren 4/12

Marcus Berggren is back home! Standing ovations and flying dentures! Marcus Berggren’s comeback show is going “awesome”—and there’s a tour coming this fall! In March, Marcus returned...

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Christoffer Nyqvist, December 5

Extra, December 5 – With his unique ability to balance the absurd with relatability, Christoffer Nyqvist has become one of Sweden’s most beloved young comedians....

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The Fantastic 4 – A Motown Christmas December 6

A Very Motown Christmas…Tuxedos, microphone stands, dance moves, sing-along numbers, and soulful ballads—The Fantastic Four offer a delightful mix of it all. Most of it...

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Humor Quiz Christmas Special 12/9

Forget Santa and the porridge—Johan and Patrik are here with a Christmas quiz instead! Fill your glasses, let loose, and let two of our funniest...

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Tommy Körberg – Christmas Is Here, December 10–11

Experience an unforgettable Christmas evening with one of Sweden’s most beloved voices. “Christmas Is Here!” with Tommy Körberg is more than just a concert—it’s...

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Måns Möller 12/12

Måns Möller returns with his award-winning hit show *My Perfect Life*—a stand-up comedy show about autism, parenthood, and the world’s most unpredictable everyday life. Rival, Saturday, December 12...

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Celtic Christmas 12/14

Celtic Christmas Celebrations Last year, West of Eden completed yet another sold-out Christmas tour and received rave reviews both here in Sweden and abroad. During...

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John Lundvik Christmas Tour, December 15

John Lundvik with Mats Björke’s Caravan – Christmas Tour 2026 In November, John Lundvik will embark on a Christmas tour together with Mats Björke’s band Caravan –...

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Lindgren's Christmas, Dec. 16

A Magical Christmas Evening at Rival with David and Kristina Lindgren Welcome to an atmospheric Christmas concert at Rival, where David and Kristina Lindgren, together with a...

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A Heartfelt Christmas 12/17

Welcome to "A Heartfelt Christmas" with Andreas Aleman and Tareq Taylor. You are invited to a warm and intimate musical living room together with Andreas and...

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Tommy Körberg – Christmas Is Here 12/18

Experience an unforgettable Christmas evening with one of Sweden’s most beloved voices. “Christmas Is Here!” with Tommy Körberg is more than just a concert—it’s...

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Oysters & Champagne 10/15

We’ll spend the afternoon enjoying fresh oysters and champagne from André Clouet. Three different champagnes from André Clouet, ranging from the crisp Grande Réserve to the vintage champagne Dream Vintage 2015 and the fuller-bodied V6 Expérience. Watson's Bar Upstairs, 4–7 p.m.

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Hansson de Wolfe United, November 16–18

One of the truly great Swedish bands is coming soon to the the Rival's stage. With more than a quarter of a million studio albums sold, they have created a musical landscape all their own that has captivated several generations of listeners.

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Book hotel rooms – gilt-edged every time!

Golden balcony, pillow menu, Egyptian cotton sheets, long breakfast hours...book a room with a balcony.

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Doctor Glas, Oct. 29–30

Special Performance on October 30! Thursday, Oct. 29: FÅTAL. Jens Hultén’s own adaptation of Hjalmar Söderberg’s text transforms this timeless story into an intense and moving monologue, where the line between thought and action is blurred.

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Playoffs: October 18–20

Jonatan Unge, Ahmed Berhan, Oct. 23

“Elton Meets Freddie” 10/28

Doctor Glas, Oct. 29–30

Marika Carlsson 10/31

Fran Lebowitz 1/11

The Health Revolution 2/11

Isaac and the Soul Machine 6/11

The Refreshments 7/11

Christer Sjögren 8/11

All according to Gert, November 10

Sven-Ingvars 12-14/11

Be Yourself 11/15

Hansson de Wolfe United, November 16–18

Henrik Hjelt, November 19

Thursday, November 20

One Evening, Three Star Authors, Nov. 23

The Prejudice Podcast Live, November 28

Banna Sona, Nov. 29–30

Marcus Berggren 4/12

Christoffer Nyqvist, December 5

The Fantastic 4 – A Motown Christmas December 6

Humor Quiz Christmas Special 12/9

Tommy Körberg – Christmas Is Here, December 10–11

Måns Möller 12/12

Celtic Christmas 12/14

John Lundvik Christmas Tour, December 15

Lindgren's Christmas, Dec. 16

A Heartfelt Christmas 12/17

Tommy Körberg – Christmas Is Here 12/18

Right now at the Rival

Oysters & Champagne 10/15

Hansson de Wolfe United, November 16–18

Book hotel rooms – gilt-edged every time!

Doctor Glas, Oct. 29–30

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