Summer highlights in Aarhus

Discover As Seen Below at ARoS in Aarhus, a unique work of art by American artist James Turrell. In this monumental, dome-shaped Skyspace, light, sky, space and time come together in a sensory total experience – the world's largest in a museum space.

The Flower Festival in Tivoli Friheden transforms itself over the Summer into Denmark's largest flower festival. Every single day throughout July, there will be inspiring activities and events – with flowers taking centre stage, of course.

Each year the biggest amusement park in Aarhus, Tivoli Friheden, hosts a string of concerts called Fed Fredag. The concerts are primarily with Danish artists and start around 8pm. The atmosphere is fantastic!

Like all good festivals the Aarhus Jazz Festival is continually evolving and has achieved international renown. The whole city is backing the eight days of jazz and at this festival you can experience more than 300 concerts at 30 different venues.

The Harbor Bath in Aarhus is designed by the famous Danish architect Bjarke Ingels Group BIG. The triangular floating complex comprises a rectangular 50-metre-long swimming pool, a circular diving pool, square children’s pools and two saunas.

Watch the changing of the Royal Life Guards everyday at noon when the Danish Monarchy takes residence in Aarhus. The Queen's Guard has become an icon, easily recognised by their uniforms with the distinctive bearskin.

Imagine a bridge on which you can walk and walk and walk. Without ever reaching the end. And in the most breathtaking scenery. This is exactly what you get, when you visit the wooden pier and work of art, The Infinite Bridge by Varna and Ballehage Beach in Aarhus.

Meet the vikings in Denmark. Here vikings from all over the world meet at the Viking Moot to recreate the festive markets held in the early days of Aarhus.

Do you like the circus and the funny, cool heroes from DR Ramasjang? Then Circus Summarum is a great opportunity to have both when you and your family can experience all the well-known heroes unfold as breathtaking circus performers.

In the Planetarium at the Steno Museum in Aarhus, once a month you can learn more about the stars, the moon and the many myths and legends that exist about our space. The programme changes from time to time.

Food Walk offers guided gastro tours in Aarhus where you get to explore the city while tasting it. The guides tell you stories about Aarhus and take you to various eateries where you can meet the owners and taste the local specialities. With Food Walk in Aarhus you get an unique experience where culture and food combines.

Wakeboarding is like snowboarding or water-skiing where you get the rush of going at high speed – a type of water sports which is now also available in Aarhus at Aarhus Watersports Complex.

The Food Festival in Aarhus is a culinary event that brings together food lovers and producers from across the Nordic region for a weekend of taste, aroma and inspiration. Discover Nordic food culture when Tangkrogen is transformed into a vibrant food mecca filled with experiences for both the senses and the curious mind.

Join Aros Cruises on a harbour tour of Aarhus and experience the city from the water. Along the way, you’ll hear fascinating stories about the harbour, the architecture, Aarhus Ø and the city’s maritime life.

Experience Aarhus from the water with the Aarhus harbour tour. Enjoy the maritime atmosphere and listen to exciting stories about the old and new Aarhus, as well as the modern urban area Aarhus Ø with brand new world-class Scandinavian architecture.

Make a great bargain at the Flea Market at Bispetorv in Aarhus.

During the NorthSide festival in Aarhus, you can enjoy three days of music in the heart of the city in a unique festival experience with a strong focus on sustainability and green experiences. Come and listen to international stars and new Danish names, and enjoy a festival atmosphere that is out of the ordinary.

The Name It Kids Run is a fun run for children. There will be lots of activities and various forms of entertainment at the start and finish area. Along the way there will be mascots cheering on the many cool kids runners.

Experience fantastic melodies under the open sky as Aarhus Symphony Orchestra invites you to Opera in the Open Air. Over time, Opera in the Open Air has become a longstanding tradition in Aarhus, where you have a unique opportunity to get up close to some of the country's and the world's best opera singers.

Join Aarhus' big running party when BESTSELLER Aarhus City Half takes over the city. In this half marathon through the city streets, you will pass iconic landmarks and feel the energy of the city on a closed route filled with music, entertainment and cheering spectators.

Kaleido Festival is a festival where the pulse of the city meets the charm of Aarhus in a unique electronic experience. The festival offers an impressive set-up, tailor-made for electronic music.

Midsummer's Eve Saknt Hans is a day which the Danes love to celebrate together with family and friends and simply enjoy in the glow of the bonfire. Bring along your family at Midsummer’s Eve in Aarhus.

If you are tired of mainstream music, GrimFest offers cool up-coming bands, music from the dark underground and more experimenting artists.