Food festivals in Gothenburg

Kraeftskiva (Crayfish Party Season)

Expected dates, not yet confirmed by the organiser. The dates below follow a previous edition and are our best estimate; check the official site before booking around them.

In August, Gothenburg hosts its most exuberant kraeftskiva (crayfish party) season, with restaurants and bars across the city setting up outdoor crayfish.

Hotels for these dates from USD 62/nightFood tours in Gothenburg from SEK 1,557Official siteAdd to calendar

Food tours in Gothenburg: Gothenburg: Swedish West Coast Food Walking Tour · ★ 4.8 (17)

Dates and details checked May 31, 2026 by against the organiser's site.

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Where to eat in Centrum

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Our picks in Centrum, where the festival is.

Bhoga New Nordic · Centrum★ 4.8 Restaurang 28+ French bistro · Centrum★ 4.8 Project New Nordic · Centrum★ 4.7 SK Mat och Manniskor Modern Swedish · Centrum★ 4.7 Da Matteo Magasinsgatan Café · Centrum★ 4.7 Da Matteo Vallgatan Café · Centrum★ 4.6

Eat your way around Gothenburg while you are in town

Kraeftskiva (Crayfish Party Season) is expected 7 Aug 2027, dates not yet confirmed by the organiser. These are the food tours and tastings in Gothenburg to book for the days around it; most cancel free up to 24 hours ahead.

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Where

Gothenburg City (multiple venues)

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Hotels in Gothenburg around 7 August 2027, dates pre-filled. Prices and availability open on the partner site.

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Before you go: airport transfer to Gothenburg (Shuttle Direct) · mobile data eSIM (eSIMania) from USD 2

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