What’s On in Copenhagen: Events in May 2025

Thursday 1st May

Aeris Launch at Bambi

Aeris Cocktails is hitting the menu at new Kødbyen favorite Bambi, what a match! Come celebrate and enjoy an Aeris cocktail of choice plus nibbles by the Bambi kitchen for only 150 DKK from 4 to 6 pm. Want to keep it going? Stay all night – tell your friends.

La Cabra x Another Aspect 2nd Anniversary

The La Cabra corner in the Another Aspect store on Møntergade has become a local favorite for cardamom buns and a good cup of coffee in the city center. What began with Another Aspect designing uniforms for La Cabra has grown into a shared retail space, and now, the second anniversary of the collaboration. To mark the occasion, the team will be serving a special menu including a Cascara Vermouth cocktail made specially for the event as well as a selection of beer and wine. Join the celebration from 5 to 8 pm. In case you’re looking to get your wardrobe summer-ready, every in-store purchase of garments includes a limited coffee release: a beautiful Ecuadorian lot from the Chito Farmers (Limited offering).

International Workers’ Day

1st May is International Workers’ Day. Celebrate labor activism and solidarity in Fælledparken. Not quite sure what this is all about? Read up on the history of International Workers’ Day here.

Sunday 4th May

RAVE x Therabody Sunday Practice at The Lab

Start your Sunday with a mobility and recovery focussed yoga flow – mobilizing your joints and guiding you through a mental and physical practice that will leave you feeling recovered, refreshed, connected and relaxed. After class, you’re invited to connect with the community over coffee, drinks, and snacks. There’ll also be the opportunity to try a range of Therabody wellness technology products. From 10 am to 12 noon at The Lab. Come in activewear, equipment is provided. Tickets cost 199 DKK.

Want more yoga in Copenhagen? Here are the best studios in the city.

Det Grønne Loppemarked

Det Grønne Loppemarked is back for the season! Browse pre-loved pieces by Copenhagen locals and discover independent businesses at this cosy flea market in lively Nørrebro. Come by for a browse, good vibes, plant-based food, and coffee from 10 am to 4 pm. The market takes place between Jagtvej and Rantzausgade.

Flea Market in Jægersborggade

Continue your Sunday stroll x treasure hunt in one of the city’s cosiest streets: from 10 am to 4 pm, Jægersborggade’s restaurants and independent shops will be joined by an array of stalls. Browse pre-loved clothing, interior pieces, and more or put up a stall yourself. Tickets are available for 200 DKK.

Tuesday 6th May

Sewing Workshop: Summer Clothes for Kids at Absalon

Learn how to sew beautiful clothing for children: in this beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll be taught basic sewing skills, enabling you to create a sun hat or shorts from scratch. Tickets cost 250 DKK and include materials as well as all necessary equipment. Please note that this workshop takes place in Danish. From 10 am to 1 pm.

Wednesday 7th May

Jewelry and Wine with Melt Studio at Roots Wine Bar

Get creative and learn to design your own unique ring while enjoying a complementary glass of wine in the cosy surroundings of Roots Wine Bar in Østerbro. No previous experience required, trained jewellery designer, Anna-Katrine (A-K), will show you the ropes. From 5-7 pm, tickets cost 399 DKK for the course or 1350 DKK for the course and your design cast in silver.

Thursday 8th – Saturday 10th May

A Colossal Weekend at Vega

Three days, 30 acts from all over the world: get your dose of rock and metal at Vega. Find the full program on the website. Single day tickets are available from 395 DKK.

Thursday 8th May

VENN x Vintro Supper Club

Join when Phoebe and her dining concept VENN joins forces with the natural wine aficionados from Vintro. A four-course Mediterranean menu, served family-style, with wine pairing and plenty of good vibes awaits from 6:30 to 10 pm. Tickets cost 595 DKK.

Saturday 10th May

Absalon’s Drag Race

Seven new drag artists from all over Denmark are ready to compete for the title of Absalon’s next Up-And-Coming Drag Superstar. Let Annie Rection (from P3’s Dragcentralen) guide you through the talent show, a runway, and a proper lipsync to determine who’ll win the crown. Doors open at 8:30 pm and there’ll be an after party from 11:30 pm to 2 am. Tickets cost 200 DKK. Please note that this event takes place in Danish.

Tuesday 13th May

MUSEUM: Talk with Yilmaz Dziewior at Kunsthal Charlottenborg

If the Academy is art’s cradle does that make the Museum its grave? Is that why we don’t speak in the gallery? And what does that make of the people working in these houses? Are they custodians, doctors, or mourners? With the lecture series MUSEUM, Kunsthal Charlottenborg explores the museum and its function, this time with Yilmaz Dziewior. The art historian, curator, and director of Museum Ludwig in Cologne has been a significant figure in contemporary art institutions over the past 30 years. At Kunsthal Charlottenborg, he will talk about how fine art is institutionalized and developed. The event will be in English and takes place from 6 to 7 pm. It is free to participate.

Thursday 15th May

Jewelry and Drinks with Melt Studio at Livingstone

Get creative and learn to design your own unique ring while enjoying as much wine and beer as you’d like at Cafe Livingstone, situated on the lakes of Copenhagen. No previous experience required, trained jewellery designer, Anna-Katrine (A-K), will show you the ropes. From 5-7 pm, tickets cost 499 DKK for the course or 1399 DKK for the course and your design cast in silver. Can‘t make it? There’ll be another event on 29th May.

Friday 16th May

Alfie at Lille Vega

Dance your heart out when British indie pop darling Alfie Jukes takes over Lille VEGA. With his deep and soothing vocals, the 21-year-old songwriter from Brighton delivers soft melancholy with catchy melody lines and poetic phrases about moving forward in life despite the bumps in the road. After initially building a large following on TikTok by sharing crisp cover songs from his bathroom during lockdown, he’s completed two UK tours with sold-out shows in London, Brighton, Manchester, and Leeds and will be releasing his second EP later this year. Doors open at 7 pm and the concert starts at 8 pm. Tickets cost 200 DKK.

Sunday 18th May

Det Grønne Loppemarked

Join for this season’s second edition of Det Grønne Loppemarked on the grass between Jagtvej and Rantzausgade! Browse pre-loved pieces by Nørrebro’s locals and discover independent businesses at this cosy flea market in one of Copenhagen’s liveliest neighborhoods. Come by for a browse, good vibes, plant-based food, and coffee from 10 am to 4 pm.

Cinemateket Film Club: Yesterday

With this arrangement specifically aimed at (but not limited to) everyone between 11 and 15 years old, Cinemateket aims to facilitate conversation and reflection on the way we see the world. Join and watch “Yesterday” by Danny Boyle, a humoristic exploration of what it means to be successful. The film follows musician Jack Malik who’s the only one to know The Beatles in a world where the iconic band has never existed and is tempted to instrumentalize their songs for his own gain. From 12:30 pm.

Thursday 22nd May

Morning Yoga at Absalon

Kick start your day with gentle, energizing yoga: the class focuses on feel-good stretches and nourishing movements to awaken the body and mind. All levels are welcome. From 7:45 to 8:45 am. Tickets cost 60 DKK.

Friday 23rd – Sunday 25th May

Bloom Festival

Taking place in the beautiful surroundings of Søndermarken in Frederiksberg, Blooms aims to inspire reflections on nature, science, and ourselves. Come by for a mix of talks, concerts, literature, food, and more. Admission is free. Learn more on the website.

Saturday 24th May

RAVE Spring Lunch with Emilie Lassen

Unwind with a RAVE mindfulness practice followed by a curated lunch by holistic nutritionist Emilie Lassen celebrating local produce and the transition from spring into summertime. Tickets for the arrangement including goodies by Basium and Mind Studio cost 399 DKK. From 11 am to 1:30 pm at ARK Journal, Frederiksgade 1, 2nd floor.

Wednesday 28th May

Film, Tapas, and Cocktails at Cinemateket: Amadeus

Wrap up your workday by watching Miloš Forman’s award-winning movie “Amadeus” while enjoying a cold Aperol Spritz served alongside some fresh seasonal snacks. Tickets including food and drink cost 245 DKK. From 5 pm.

Ongoing Events in May

Grønt Market

Get your fix of fresh, seasonal produce and meet the people who grow it: Grønt Market’s mission is to build a strong connection and community between farmers and eaters. The market takes place every Sunday but each week in another part of town, from leafy Frederiksberg to vibey Vesterbro to the inner city waterfront – find the calendar on the website.

Veras Market under Buen

Veras Market is moving back to its summer location under Bispeengbruen. Update your wardrobe for warmer days ahead by browsing pre-loved pieces every Sunday from 10 am to 3 pm. Want to pass on your past favorites? Put up a stall for 450 DKK. Tickets are available on the website.

David Lynch Memorial Series at Cinemateket

Following his death in January, Cinemateket celebrates iconic director David Lynch with a series of screenings throughout April and May. Find the program on the website.

Women of Change at Cinemateket

With the series “Women of Change,” Cinemateket puts the spotlight on a number of significant women who – regardless of time and context – challenged their contemporaries and left a legacy that continues to inspire and move. From Hannah Arendt, who documented the banality of evil with sharp intellectual strength, to Frida Kahlo, whose powerful art and uncompromising life became a symbol of both pain and beauty. to Simone de Beauvoir, a central figure in modern feminism, to Hilma af Klint’s overlooked spiritual works, the lineup of featured women is varied and nothing short of impressive. Through feature films, documentaries, and talks, the audience is invited to reflect on both the historical figures and the times we live in today. From May to June, find the program on the website.

Community Dinner at Absalon

Absalon hosts community dinners several days a week. Bring some friends, neighbors, or colleagues and enjoy a low key long table dinner. Food is served at 6 pm but please arrive no later than 5:45 pm and make sure to book in advance. Tickets cost 60 DKK Sunday to Thursday and 100 DKK Friday and Saturday.

Mother’s Brunch

What better way to celebrate the weekend than to start the day with a long, leisurely brunch? Join when mother is serving a bit of everything from fruit and granola to pasta to sourdough pizza, all prepared in the open kitchen, alongside coffee from Andersen & Maillard. All ingredients and specialties are either locally produced in Denmark or directly imported from Italy. On Saturdays and Sundays from 10 am to 3 pm.

Movement Lessons with Zozo

Looking to get your body moving? Zozo is passionate about helping women move towards a better body, mind, and spirit! She’s offering private running coaching, private yoga sessions, or private dance classes. Classes can be held in your personal space, or anywhere in Copenhagen or Malmo where you feel comfortable. Set up a free 15-minute consultation to assess goals and capabilities. Email [email protected] or DM her at @zozokemeticyoga.

Jewelry Café Hos Sarah Lou

Get creative by designing your own jewelry or work on a personal gift while enjoying a cup of coffee. There’s a selection of rings, bracelets, and necklaces available for you to start from, all made from 925 sterling silver. Plan ahead and book a table or drop in spontaneously, the table is yours for 2.5 hours.

Guided tour: Highlights & Introduction at Louisiana Museum of Modern Art

Every Thursday from 2-2:45 pm, Louisiana Museum of Modern Art offers a guided tour of the museum’s collection and architecture. The tour is free for everyone but you need to pick up a ticket at the entrance up to two hours before the tour. This ticket is free for everyone with a valid ticket to the museum.

Christine Overvad Hansen: No One’s Gonna Love You Like I Do at Møstings

With this exhibition, Christine Overvad Hansen unfolds the power structures of a psychologically abusive relationship. Her works present a narrative of possessive jealousy, control, and power – as well as resistance, hope, and turning points. The artist explores this tension by combining classical sculptural traditions with a performative approach to materials, all in dialogue with Møstings’ simultaneously grand and intimate setting. The exhibition will be on display until June 2025.

Hans-Peter Feldmann: 100 Jahre at Louisiana Museum of Modern Art

With the photographic exhibition “100 Jahre” (100 Years), the German artist Hans-Peter Feldmann tells the story of a whole century, reflected in the faces of different individuals. The series comprises 101 black-white photographs portraying members of the artist’s family and social circle, ranging in age from 0 to 100 – from eight-week-old Felina to centenarian Maria Victoria. The exhibition will be on display until June 2025.

Alexej Jawlensky at Louisiana Museum of Modern Art

Though closely associated with the European avant-garde movements at the beginning of the 20th century, the Russian painter Alexej Jawlensky (1864-1941) seems to have found his very own artistic voice rather late in life. This exhibition focuses on Jawlensky’s path towards a highly distinctive expression in the form of his small, beautiful and mysterious meditations. Having been born into a regimental family in Russia in 1864, he abandoned a potential military carreer in favor of the arts. At the art academy in St. Petersburg he met the painter Marianne von Werefkin and together, the couple moved to Munich. There, Jawlensky attended a private painting school with, among others, Wassily Kandinsky and became closely connected to the famous artist movement “Der Blaue Reiter” which Kandinsky initiated. The exhibition will be on display until June 2025.

Breaking Darkness at Nikolaj Kunsthal

Drawing inspiration from Lars von Trier’s oeuvre, Nikolaj Kunsthal is transformed into a sensory experience, blurring the boundaries between visual art and film. Through five site-specific installations spread across all galleries, including the iconic Nikolaj Tower, his works are put in dialogue with the historic church spaces, allowing for a physical and tactile encounter with the filmmaker’s aesthetics and imagery. The exhibition will be on display until July 2025.

Banu Cennetoğlu: Being safe is scary at Kunsthal Charlottenborg

Through a series of works, Istanbul-based artist Banu Cennetoğlu moves from societal issues to more intimate spheres. Critical investigations of the daily press, the migration flows through Europe and the UN Declaration of Human Rights are brought to dialogue with an extensive private image archive, connecting the small and large events of everyday life with urgent global issues. This is the artist’s first solo exhibition in Denmark and part of HUMAN:RIGHTS – a new collaboration between Kunsthal Charlottenborg, CPH:DOX, and Human Rights Watch Denmark. It will be on display until August 2025.

MFA Degree Show Afgang at Kunsthal Charlottenborg

Get a sense for where Scandinavia’s contemporary art scene is headed by exploring the work of the next generation of artists: the annual MFA Degree Show celebrates the works of the latest 28 talents to emerge from The Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts’ Schools of Visual Arts. The exhibition presents their individual artistic practices through a wide array of materials and formats, including photography, sculpture, painting, sound, video, and performance. In 2025, the exhibition is curated by Mariam Elnozahy (Egypt/USA), who is Artistic Director at Konsthall C in Stockholm. It will be on display until August 2025.

Frederik Næblerød: All walks of life at ARKEN

Danish artist Frederik Næblerød (b. 1988) is known for his uncompromising art that challenges our accustomed understanding of painting and sculpture in a raw, energetic, and playful style. With his works ranging from painting, ceramics, bronze, and drawing to large-scale installations, he has created a very special artistic universe that invites us inside into the spontaneous, absurd, and humorous. The artist’s largest solo exhibition to date will be on display at ARKEN until September 2025.

Jakob Kudsk Steensen: Psychosphere at Cisternerne

With “Psychosphere,” Danish artist Jakob Kudsk Steensen has created an immersive installation specifically for Cisternerne’s unique underground space, taking the emergence of life deep beneath the ocean’s surface as a point of departure. The exhibition is based on the artist’s own fieldwork and makes use of video projections, sound, light, and sculpture to weave a narrative about the profound interconnectedness shared by all living species on Earth. The exhibition will be on display until November 2025.

Little Table, Cover Thyself! at Design Museum Denmark

There’s something special about the art of table-setting and the way a decorated table sets the scene for special and everyday occasions. Experience how table-setting has changed over time and admire the collection of plates, figurines, jugs, and more. All the way through to 2025, seven of the museum’s historical tables are decorated with items from the renaissance until today.

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