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Zealand, Møn and Lolland-Falster boast lots of events that are well worth the trip. Experience music festivals, theatre festivals, markets and much, much more. Be inspired by our overview of selected events during 2012.
At the bottom of the page, you can see a programme of events covering most of the year.
| 11-02-2012 - 26-02-2012 |
WINTER HALF-TERM AT CIRKUSLAND
Spend the winter half-term holiday together with all 120 of Cirkus Arena’s animals and their trainers. Cirkusland is all about circus, and you can expect a day bursting with circus experiences. Come face to face with the circus animals and see lots of shows.
Read more about winter half-term at Cirkusland
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| 13-02-2012 |
ELEPHANT’S BIRTHDAY AT CIRKUSLAND
Come to a real elephant birthday party when Lara celebrates her 25th birthday. Watch the elephants eating the massive birthday cake and sing Happy Birthday with Pierrot the clown.
Read more about winter half-term at Cirkusland
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| 14-02-2012 - 18-02-2012 |
WINTER HALF-TERM AT MUSEUM LOLLAND-FALSTER
In the winter half-term holiday, Museum Lolland-Falster is the place to come to for some real winter fun in the form of fairytales and homemade toys just like your grandparents and great-grandparents made them. Want to try your hand at being a dolls’ furniture designer or a builder of locomotives or cars in all manner of shapes and colours? Then Museum Lolland-Falster is the place for you at winter half-term.
Read more about winter half-term at Museum Lolland-Falster
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14-02-2012 - 16-02-2012
21-02-2012 - 23-02-2012 |
WINTER HALF-TERM AT THE COOPERATIVE VILLAGE
For the fifth year in a row, Andelslandsbyen Nyvang – The Cooperative Village – will be opening its doors for the winter. During the winter half-term holiday, there is plenty of opportunity for children to try their hand at the old-fashioned pursuits that kept children and adults busy during the long winter months in a time before TV, Internet and iPhones.
Read more about winter half-term at Nyvang
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| 21-02-2012 |
NEW ART PLAYGROUND AT KØS
In the winter half-term holiday 2012, KØS will be opening the doors to a 400m² art playground. Here, children can enter the world of contemporary art, build with it, climb on it and dress up in it. Come and join us for the opening ceremony where there will be popcorn and Slush Ice for the little ones.
Read more about KØS and the new playground |
| 05-04-2012 |
MØNS KLINT ADVENTURE RACE
Take part in the challenging Adventure Race at Møns Klint. The race is designed as a combination of a ‘star run’ – a run with posts where participants carry out activities in groups – and an expedition run, where participants have to cycle, run and test their skills at a number of other exciting activities. Again this year, there are two distance options: Challenge and Master. The winner of Challenge is crowned after approx. 4-5 hours, while Master takes around 10-12 hours.
For further information please call +45 55 86 36 00 or write an e-mail to geocenter@moensklint.dk
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| 16-04-2012 - 31-05-2012 |
TULIP EXHIBITION AT GAVNØ CASTLE
Experience Denmark’s biggest tulip exhibition of ½ million tulips.
Gavnø Castle
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| 27-04-2012 - 29-04-2012 |
ROSKILDE MUSIC & FLEA MARKET
Family entertainment, fun, shopping and partying for three days. Stallholders from near and far, music and fun fair, fun activities at Dyrskuepladsen (the animal show yard) in Roskilde.
Come to the music and flea market in Roskilde |
| 03-05-2012 - 06-05-2012 |
DØLLEFJELDE MUSSE MARKET
A giant flea market attracting over 100,000 visitors every year to Døllefjelde Musse near Nysted on Lolland.
Go directly to Døllefjelde Musse Market
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| 04-05-2012 - 06-05-2012 |
LIFESTYLE FAIR AT GAVNØ CASTLE
Experience a large number of exclusive exhibitors offering the latest trends in furniture, fashion, cars, motorbikes, gastronomy, interior design, gardens and much more. All of top quality with focus on new products.
Lifestyle fair at Gavnø Castle
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| 05-05-2012 |
THE ODSHERRED RALLY
The annual veteran car rally: a whole host of lovely old veteran cars and motorbikes participate.
Contact VisitOdsherred for further information
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| 10-05-2012 - 13-05-2012 |
MØNS FLEA MARKET
For the 25th time, Møns Flea Market will be opening its doors to some 75 stallholders selling everything between heaven and earth, including old bric-a-brac, rugs, hats, flowers, clothes and much more. So if you fancy picking up a bargain, visit Dyrskuepladsen (the animal show yard) in Stege.
Read more about Møns Flea Market
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| 18-05-2012 - 20-05-2012 |
FRENCH DAYS IN PRÆSTØ
Want to catch the first few rays of warm sun, enjoy the gentle fjord and the romantic town? Then head for Præstø during the Ascension Day public holiday. “French Days in Præstø” is a vibrant market oozing with specialities for connoisseurs. Enjoy a freshly prepared meal for every taste at the street cafés as you listen to the musette players playing. Be seduced by the stalls selling art, crafts and boxes of old books, as well as lots of other fun and exciting things.
Read more about French Days in Præstø
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| 25-05-2012 - 28-05-2012 |
LIFESTYLE FAIR AT LEDREBORG
Major lifestyle fair at Ledreborg Castle. The exhibition is about interior design, flowers, arts and crafts, gardens, gastronomy and music, all presented in unusually beautiful surroundings.
Come to the lifestyle fair at Ledreborg Castle
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| 26-05-2012 |
TOURISM DAY
On Tourism Day, 61 municipalities from all over Denmark invite citizens and tourists to see what the municipality has to offer from a tourism point of view. Visit our search page and find out what’s on in your area. Please note that new events are being added all the time!
Tourism Day in East Denmark (link to be added later)
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| 26-05-2012 - 28-05-2012 |
ART DAYS AT WHITSUN
Visit local artisans, galleries, studios, etc., when they open their doors to the public at Whitsun. Lots of activities and competitions.
Odsherred
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| 27-05-2012 |
WHITSUN MORNING CRUISE ON BOARD SKJELSKØR V
Beautiful Whitsun morning cruise on board the little boat, Skjelskør V. Watch the Whitsun sun rise over the water as you enjoy a lovely breakfast on the boat. 4 am – 6 am.
Whitsun morning cruise on board Skjelskør V |
| 02-06-2012 |
TØSERUNDEN GIRLS’ RACE 2012
Cycle race of approx. 111 kilometres – for women ONLY. Start and finish in Køge
Tøserunden 2012
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| 08-06-2012 - 09-06-2012 |
KORSØR OPEN AIR 2012
Come to a blast of a 70s party when more than 10 bands from the 60s, 70s and 80s get your toes tapping in Byparken park, kicking off at 2 pm on the Friday.
Korsør Open Air
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| 08-06-2012 - 10-06-2012 |
ROSKILDE DYRSKUE (ANIMAL SHOW) – ROSKILDE
Major agricultural show and trade fair. The showing and judging of some 2,000 animals. Children’s activities involving animals and nature. Dyrskuepladsen (the animal show yard) in Roskilde.
Roskilde Dyrskue
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| 09-06-2012 - 10-06-2012 |
MUSEUMSBANEN (THE MUSEUM RAILWAY) CELEBRATES ITS 50TH ANNIVERSARY
In 2012, Denmark’s oldest veteran railway, “Museumsbanen Maribo – Bandholm på Lolland”, celebrates its 50th anniversary. Pretty much all of the railway’s working steam and diesel locomotives as well as carriages can be seen in a variety of train formations. Six departures on both days from both Maribo and Bandholm.
Read more about the anniversary
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| 10-06-2012 |
GAVNØ CLASSIC AUTO JUMBLE
See more than 1,000 vehicles, including veteran vehicles, classic vehicles, sports cars, motorbikes and more.
Gavnø Classic Auto Jumble
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| 10-06-2012 |
CLASSIC MOTOR SHOW AT GISSELFELD
Enjoy the beautiful classic cars in the grounds of Gisselfeld Abbey. 10 am – 4 pm, admission fee.
Read about Classic Motor Show at Gisselfeld
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| 10-06-2012 |
THE KLINTELØBET FUN RUN AT MØNS KLINT
Put your strength to the test in Denmark’s toughest fun run in the country’s most beautiful and hilly countryside in the Danish Forest and Nature Agency’s areas in Klinteskoven woods. Routes of 5 or 10 kilometres take you across woodland paths, beaches, chalk, stones and stairs.
Denmark’s toughest fun run at Møns Klint
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| 15-06-2012 - 17-06-2012 |
ROSKILDE JAZZ DAYS
A jazz festival for children, young people, the middle aged and elderly – and those who do not feel past it. Roskilde Jazz Days are held in a variety of venues in Roskilde with one main aim: to present high quality jazz music.
Roskilde Jazz Days
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| 30-06-2012 - 01-07-2012 |
FARMERS’ MARKET
Market selling quality foods and arts and crafts at Gisselfeld Abbey near Haslev. Some 40 stallholders will be there, selling their own seasonal produce. Come and chat to the producers, have a sample and enjoy the experiences for all the senses. Admission fee.
Farmers’ Market at Gisselfeld Abbey
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| 17-06-2012 |
DANISH MILL DAY 2012
See the local mills in operation, when 100 wind and watermills hold an open house throughout Zealand, Lolland and Falster.
See which mills are open on Møllerforeningen’s (Danish Mill Association) website
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| 26-06-2012 - 30-06-2012 |
SLAGELSE FESTIVAL WEEK
A festival week full of music, exhibitions, shows and much more for the whole family.
Slagelse Festival Week
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| 30-06-2012 - 01-07-2012 |
CHILDREN & ANIMALS AT BREGNETVED
Come to the children’s animal show at the beautiful Piberhusfold paddock near Bregentved. See 150-200 4H Club children showing their pets or taking part in other 4H Club activities. For many families, the animal show is an annual tradition, and every year between 15,000 and 17,000 guests attend.
Read more about Children & Animals at Bregentved
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| 30-06-2012 |
REGATTA ON SORØ SØ LAKE
Open Nordic championship for juniors and seniors on Sorø Sø lake.
Read more about the Sorø Regatta
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03-07-2012 - 31-07-2012
(Every Tuesday) |
GUIDED TOURS AT DRAGSHOLM CASTLE
Re-live the history of the past with stories about historic events and first-class tales or go on a guided tour of the castle and hear about its prior owners.
Guided tours at Dragsholm Castle
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| 03-07-2012 - 31-07-2012 |
MAKE YOUR OWN CANDLES
Summer fun for anyone who fancies making their own hand-dipped candles. DKK 50 per participant, including squash/coffee/tea and sandwich. The event starts at 10 am and lasts for 2-3 hours.
Make your own candles at Lysmageren in Gørlev
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03-07-2012 - 07-08-2012
(Every Tuesday) |
TUESDAY MARKET IN STEGE
Tuesday market in Stege with lots of exciting activities and plenty of special offers.
Please contact the Tourist Office for further information
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05-07-2012 - 07-07-2012
(Warm up from June 30th) |
ROSKILDE FESTIVAL 2012
Massive music festival with lots of concerts and great international bands - this year for instance Bruce Springsteen and Björk. The Roskilde Festival is the largest North European music festival and has existed since 1971.
Roskilde Festival 2012
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| 08-07-2012 |
FISHERMEN’S BOAT RACE
The boat race is a 100-year-old tradition which involves sailing a marked route twice in the same time. The person who sails the same time both times, or is closest to doing so, wins. The Fishermen’s Race is a great day of celebration and crowd-puller in Karrebæksminde for fishermen and spectators alike.
The Fishermen’s Race in Karrebæksminde
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| 09-07-2012 - 14-07-2012 |
VORDINGBORG FESTIVAL WEEK
Its slogan is “Not Denmark’s biggest, but best”, and Vordingborg Festival Week attracts over 100,000 visitors a year and some of the big names in Danish rock and pop, who play to an audience who can watch them for free at Slotstorvet square near Gåsetårnet (The Goose Tower).
Vordingborg Festival Week
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| 14-07-2012 |
WORLD-CLASS BALLET AT GAVNØ CASTLE
Experience world-class performing arts at one of Denmark’s greatest cultural treasures. Led by Danish principal dancer, Johan Kobborg, a number of the Royal Danish Ballet’s best principals appear at Gavnø Castle. The dance is spiced with arias and scenes from the world of opera.
Read more about world-class ballet at Gavnø Castle
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| 14-07-2012 - 22-07-2012 |
VIKING MARKET AT TRELLEBORG
Meet amazing craftsmen, brave warriors and skilled tradespeople. Try your hand at a wide range of activities, including warrior training, archery and cooking. Taste Viking food, fight like a true Viking and enjoy the lively marketplace.
Read more about Trelleborg
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| 19-07-2012 - 22-07-2012 |
MARIBO JAZZ FESTIVAL
Denmark’s cosiest jazz festival, which this year celebrates its 25th anniversary. Four days focusing on jazz that gets the whole town swinging – primarily traditional New Orleans’ jazz but also swing, ragtime, blues and gospel. Played in Maribo’s cosy old courtyards.
Maribo Jazz Festival on Lolland
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| 19-07-2012 - 22-07-2012 |
GARFISH FESTIVAL
People’s festival featuring diverse entertainment, sale of smoked garfish and beer tent.
Kramnitze Harbour in Rødby
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| 20-07-2012 |
LISELUND SLOTSKONCERT
Come to a manor house concert in the idyllic grounds of Liselund Castle on Møn.
Read more about Liselund Slotskoncert
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| 20-07-2012 - 22-07-2012 |
KNIGHTS AT ULVSBORG
Experience jousting tournaments, battle shows, storytelling and music.
Read more about Ulvsborg Historic Workshop
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| 20-07-2012 - 22-07-2012 |
OVNHUS MARKET
Craft market at Nykøbing Sj. Harbour. Experience an array of professional artisans’ arts and crafts.
Ovnhus Market
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| 27-07-2012 - 29-07-2012 |
ROSKILDE MUSIC- & FLEA MARKET
Family entertainment, 3 days of cosy shopping and celebrations. Stallholders from Denmark and abroad, music and tivoli, fun activities, Roskilde Showground.
Roskilde Music & Flea Market (Danish)
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| 27-07-2012 - 29-07-2012 |
LOLLAND BY BICYCLE
Lolland Rundt popular cycle tour. A fun cycle tour for all ages in beautiful natural surroundings. Meet the Danes at close quarters! Choose from 160 km to 360 km.
Lolland by Bicycle
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| 30-07-2012 - 04-08-2012 |
NYKØBING F. FESTIVAL WEEK 2012
Once again this year, Nykøbing Falster Festival Week will be awash with exciting entertainment for children and adults of all ages.
Nykøbing F. Festival Week
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| 31-07-2012 - 05-08-2012 |
FEMØ JAZZ
6 days with traditional jazz and lots of festival atmosphere.
Femø Jazz
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03-08-2012 + 10-08-2012
+ 11-08-2012 |
DON GIOVANNI IN OPERA HEDELAND
Outdoor Construction of Mozart's opera Don Giovanni.
Read about Opera Don Giovanni and buy tickets for the show
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| 03-08-2012 - 05-08-2012 |
NYSTED MEDIEVAL FESTIVAL
A large medieval festival in the fantastic surroundings of Nysted Nor framed by the waters of Aalholm Castle. Here you can purchase food and beverages and experience archery tournaments, jousts, music, wares and merriment.
More about the Nysted Medieval Festival (Danish)
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| 03-08-2012 - 05-08-2012 |
THE SUMMER MARKET IN VIG
Shopkeepers, stalls, festival tents, fairgrounds and other entertainment.
Summer Market in Vig (Danish)
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| 04-08-2012 - 05-08-2012 |
FIDDLER'S FESTIVAL 2012
When Fiddlers from all over Denmark meet for the Fiddlers' Festival in Roskilde the streets reverberates with Danish and Nordic traditional folk music.
Fiddler's Festival 2012 in Roskilde
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| 06-08-2012 - 08-08-2012 |
CUTTER REGATTA 2012
For the second year running Nysted, on the island of Lolland, hosts the Cutter Regatta and contributes to the famous German regatta: Hanse Sail Rostock. Experience four exciting days in Nysted Harbour observing beautifully restored cutters and a number of accompanying schooners.
More about the Cutter Regatta 2012 (Danish)
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| 11-08-2012 - 12-08-2012 |
SUMMER FESTIVAL AT KJØGE MINIBY
Come to a summer festival at Kjøge Miniby and experience a miniature version of Køge as the town looked in the mid-19th century. The model village gets better by the year, and there are now 350 buildings on the beautiful plot. The workshops will be open on both days, so you can have a pleasant chat with the skilled craftsmen.
Summer Festival at Kjøge Miniby
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| 12-08-2012 |
THE CYCLE RACE “TOUR OF FALSTER”
In the middle of August the 132 kilometre race, Tour de Falster, will be held. You can cycle the whole route if you wish or suffice with a few chosen stages. All participants are most welcome.
The cycle race ”Tour of Falster”
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| 17-08-2012 - 18-08-2012 |
RINGSTED MEDIEVAL FESTIVAL
To mark the 800th anniversary of the death of Queen Dagmar, she will be the focus of this year’s festival. The whole festival gets underway with Dagmar’s death throes in Ribe, and throughout the day, her life will be re-enacted to the public in small instalments. You can meet both the living Queen Dagmar and her dying spirit, watching from the sidelines.
Read more about Ringsted Medieval Festival
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18-08-2012 + 28-08-2012
01-09-2012 + 08-09-2012 |
ELVERMOSE CLASSICAL CONCERTS
Frederiksdal Castle Concerts has moved to the other side of the forest in "Elvermose" where an old barn has been turned into a new music hall.
Further information: Christine Krabbe tel. +45 54 90 11 12
Elvermose Classical Concerts in Lolland (Danish)
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| 18-08-2012 - 19-08-2012 |
LEDREBORG PALACE SUMMER CONCERT
Every year Ledreborg Palace grounds provides the perfect setting for the music event of the year around Roskilde.
Ledreborg Palace has often been described as one of the most romantic privately owned stately homes in Denmark. It is today regarded as one of the finest examples of 18th century Danish building and landscape architecture.
Summer concert at Ledreborg Palace
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| 18-08-2012 - 19-08-2012 |
SVEND GØNGE MARKET IN LUNDBY
Historic market ambience with music, dance, magic and fencing display.
Please contact the Tourist Office at Møn for further information
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| 21-08-2011 |
COD FESTIVAL
Cod fishing contest in Langelandsbæltet with competitors from Denmark and abroad.
Departs from Nakskov Harbour.
Nakskov Sportsfiskerforening (Anglers association): +45 5492 6795
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| 22-08-2012 - 26-08-2012 |
SUMMER MUSIC AT FUGLSANG MANOR
Classical concerts in the main building, Fuglsang, with a “voices” theme. 'Danish-German' is the focus point this year.
Concerts at Fuglsang Manor
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| 23-08-2012 - 26-08-2012 |
REVENTLOW MARKET
Reventlow market near Reventlow park, West-Lolland. Big fair with lots of entertainment for all the family.
Reventlow Market (Danish)
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| 24-08-2012 - 25-08-2012 |
OPEN STUDIOS ON STEVNS
Visit various artists on Stevns.
Please contact the Tourist Information at Stevns for further information
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| 31-08-2012 - 02-09-2012 |
SUSÅ FESTIVAL
The Suså Festival offers three days of Contemporary Music – including many premieres – by experimental, innovative Danish composers. The largest festival of its kind in Denmark.
Suså Festival
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| Date to be announced |
LOLLAND LIGHTS
A professional art and culture festival showcasing high quality Danish and international art – both highly experimental and at the same time with broad appeal. Lolland Lights (Danish) |
| 01-09-2012 - 02-09-2012 |
NAKSKOV FJORD DAYS
Activities in and around Nakskov Fjord for example: sailing trips with guide. Trips to the little islands or a trip to Lollands Albue. Free Herring buffet at Langø.
More information at Nakskov Tourist Office Tel: +45 54 92 21 72
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| 01-09-2012 - 02-09-2012 |
STORE HESTEDAG (GREAT HORSE SHOW) IN ROSKILDE
Store Hestedag is a day for anyone who likes horses and riding. With over 1.000 horses and 100 stalls with an array of special offers, Store Hestedag has become Denmark’s largest equestrian event.
Read more about Store Hestedag in Roskilde
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| 02-09-2012 |
CULINARY ROSENFELDT
Rosenfeldt Gods manor provides a beautiful setting once again for Culinary Rosenfeldt. At the festival, you can meet food producers and artisans from all over Region Zealand. You can buy quality produce from all food groups as well as all manner of crafts from wool to willow.
Culinary Rosenfeldt
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| 07-09-2012 - 08-09-2012 |
THE HERRING MARKET IN STEGE
Every year in the beginning of September the Herring Market in Stege takes place. This medieval herring fairy tale relives once more on the quays and waterfronts of the harbour town. The fisherman shore up by the quay and sell the fresh herring straight from their boats. Local delicacies are offered and there are a multitude of samples. All your senses will be enticed by the herring sandwiches, medieval music and a variety of maritime activities.
More about the Herring Market (Danish)
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| 08-09-2012 |
KITE FESTIVAL ON MØN
A whole day of kite flying and competitions with prizes for the best kites.
Kite Festival on Møn
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| 08-09-2012 - 09-09-2012 |
HARVEST MARKET AT THE COOPERATIVE VILLAGE
Exhibition on mobile phones, handicraft workshops at Sandby Forsamlingshus (village hall), harvest festival service.
Read more about the Harvest Market
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| 15-09-2012 - 16-09-2012 |
FRUIT FESTIVAL IN SAKSKØBING
The last two years of the fruit festival has been a great succes and this year it is being joined by a gigantic fruit market with all sorts of fruit and local produce. Exciting activities and participants will also be ongoing throughout the day.
Fruit Festival in Sakskøbing
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| 15-09-2012 - 16-09-2012 |
KONGSKILDE MARKET
Kongskilde market was held for the first time in 1986 and since then the market has grown into a large market with more than 110 stalls and 10,000 visitors.
Read more about Kongskilde Market
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| 06-10-2012 - 07-10-2012 |
FARMERS’ MARKET
Market selling quality foods and arts and crafts at Gisselfeld Abbey near Haslev. Some 40 stallholders will be there, selling their own seasonal produce. Come and chat to the producers, have a sample and enjoy the experiences for all the senses. Admission fee.
Farmers’ Market at Gisselfeld Abbey
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| 13-10-2012 |
APPLE DAY AT FEJØ
Fruit Festival
Contact Fejø Tourist Information for further information tlf.: +45 54 46 21 21
Apple Days at Fejø
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| 13-10-2012 - 21-10-2012 |
TASTE ODSHERRED
An entire week focusing on the area's local food.
Contact Odsherred Tourist Information for further information tlf.: +45 59 91 08 88
Go to Odsherreds homepage
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| 19-10-2012 |
APPLE DAY IN STEGE
The square in Stege is full of stalls where you can buy lovely local produce and, of course, apples.
Please contact the tourist Office at Møn for further information |
05-02-2012, 04-03-2012, 01-04-2012, 06-05-2012 & 03-06-2012
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CONCERTS AT FUGLSANG MANOR
1st Sunday of each month. Concerts – mainly classical music – in the main buidling of the Fuglsang stately home.
Concerts at Fuglsang Manor
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| 31-03-2012 - 21-10-2012 |
SPECIAL EXHIBITION AT GAVNØ CASTLE
Exclusive special exhibition of Flora, unique works and ranges from Royal Copenhagen, Bing & Grøndahl and the Aluminia faience factory as well as form and model material from spring 2012.
Special exhibition at Gavnø Castle
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| 01-05-2012 - 30-09-2012 |
SAILING WITH THE VIKINGS
Experience the Viking ships manoeuvrability and appreciate its skill at close quarters with a voyage to Roskilde Fjord. Museum visitors are the crewing the boat and have to take an active part in the sailing - rowing, setting sail and maybe man the rudder. A skilled sailing instructor is in charge on all trips.
See times and prices on trips with the Viking Ship
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| 01-05-2012 - 30-09-2012 + 15-10-2012 - 19-10-2012 (Selected days during the period) |
JOUSTING TOURNAMENTS AT THE MEDIEVAL CENTRE
Deadly jousting tournaments with knights and horses in full medieval gear.
Jousting tournaments at the Medieval Centre
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| All year |
THE GARDER-HUSSARES RIDE THROUGH THE CITY
Various days throughout the year. Contact Slagelse Tourist Information for further details on specific dates tlf. +45 58 52 22 06
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| All year |
ANDERSEN WAS HERE
Follow the footsteps of Hans Christian Andersen and see the places that inspired his fairytales.
Andersen was here
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