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With trees boasting beautiful shades of red and brown, and a crisp breeze chasing fallen leaves through the streets, Copenhagen in October feels particularly cozy. As tempting as hyggeligt evenings with candle light at home might be, the Danish capital has plenty up its sleeve to lure you outside. From wellness to theater to workshops to exhibitions, get ready for a month’s worth of events.
Here’s are the best events in Copenhagen through October:
Thursday 3rd – Saturday 5th October
Down Under Film Festival
It’s rare to spot film releases from the land down under in European cinemas. Against this backdrop, Down Under Film Festival DUFF sets out to highlight this region’s creative talents’ work, often characterized by a unique quirkiness, dark humor, and stunning visuals. For the first time, Europe’s leading Australian and New Zealand film festival is now coming to Copenhagen. The program puts particular emphasis on diversity with a special focus on First Nations and Māori storytellers. From independent films to blockbusters, from student and professional short films to inspiring documentaries, there’s something for every taste. Find the full program and get your ticket via the website.
Thursday 3rd October
Billboard 100 Music Bingo at Absalon
Get ready to dance to hits like “Blinding Lights,” “Shake it Off,” and “Umbrella,” and sing along to classics like “Total Eclipse of the Heart,” “I Will Always Love You,” and “9 to 5,” all while playing bingo. Everybody gets two bingo plates and the fun starts at 8 pm. Tickets cost 70 DKK.
Sunday 6th October
Open Introduction to Cisternerne
Get an introduction to Cisternerne’s unique architecture and history, and explore the current exhibition on display in its subterranean halls: an extensive sound installation by artist Taryn Simon. With “Start Again the Lament,” the artist explores how we mourn individually and collectively, considering the anatomy of grief and who we choose to guide us through it. The tour lasts about 20 minutes and is free when the entrance is paid but capacity is limited to 25 so come early. Please note that the experience is very dark and not recommended for small children, visually impaired guests or guests with walking difficulties.
Monday 7th October
Designing Responsible AI Products with 1508
There’s a lot of conversation around the potentials and pitfalls of AI. With this course, 1508 aims to teach you how to design AI products that are responsible towards both people and the planet. UX Designer Kristine Emilie Hansen and Head of Digital Products Lisbeth Torp Christensen will cover topics such as reducing bias, enhancing transparency, empowering users, and minimizing resource consumption. Through exercises, lectures, and group discussions, you’ll gain actionable insights. Please note that the course is tailored to non-technical professionals such as designers, UX specialists, product owners, and project managers who want to incorporate responsible AI practices without delving too deeply into the technicalities of coding or engineering. The course runs from 9:30 am to 3 pm and costs 3,000 DKK.
Wednesday 9th October
Opening Night Spanish Film Weeks at Cinemateket
This event series presents selected films from Spain, some in combined arrangements including tastings, talks, and the opportunity to meet the director. Join for the opening night with a screening of “Memories of My Father” followed by a reception. From 7:30 pm, tickets cost 110 DKK. The event series will run all the way to December, please find the program on the website.
Thursday 10th October
Knitting Cinema: French Kiss
Bring your knitting tools and get crafty while watching Lawrence Kasdan’s “French Kiss” featuring Meg Ryan and Kevin Kline with an introduction by podcast host Maria Fantino. Please note that the film will be screened with Danish subtitles. The evening starts at 4:30 pm and tickets cost 100 DKK including a cocktail.
Friday 11th October
VENN Dining Supper Club
Join for the second edition of newly launched VENN Dining Supper Club! Curated to create connection, the concept combines restaurant-quality food with the opportunity to engage with new people in the cozy, informal surroundings of a private home in central Copenhagen. Behind VENN is Phoebe Elsa Jordan, Global PR and Communications Director at Rotate Birger Christensen and Remain Birger Christensen with a big heart for all things food and community. Expect a family-style menu with a dedicated wine pairing by Vintro Vins or Kombucha pairing by Table Ferments. The evening starts at 7:30 pm and tickets cost 550 DKK. Reserve your spot via DM on Instagram or via [email protected].
Culture Night
Culture Night or “Kulturnatten” is one of the biggest happenings in Copenhagen’s event calendar. Since 1993, museums, theaters, libraries, churches, and more have opened their doors to visitors with a specific program. All you need to participate is the culture pass. Learn more on the website.
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Culture Night Posters 2019 – 1993
Saturday 13th October
Maximilian at Lille Vega
Escape the autumnal gloominess with a concert night when Maximilian takes over Lille Vega. Since his breakthrough as a 17-year old, his soulful pop poetry has been streamed more than half a billion times worldwide. But he’s not stuck in the past, his latest releases reflect his personal and artistic development. Experience it yourself, doors open at 8 and the concert starts at 9 pm.
Tuesday 15th October
RAVE x WOODS at SONNY Frederiksberg
Start your day with a grounding mindfulness session of breathwork and meditation brought to you by RAVE and skincare brand WOODS in the beautiful surroundings of SONNY Frederiksberg. After the session, you’ll get to enjoy matcha and some skincare products from WOODS. Tickets cost 225 DKK. Please note that you can simply come in your everyday clothes, as all equipment is provided. From 7 to 8:30 am.
Techno Yoga at Absalon
When techno meets yoga: working with vibrations and sounds, this interpretation of yoga combines the movements of the body and the energy of the music. The class style is vinyasa yoga, meaning that there will be a flow to align the body, breath and the music. This class is for all levels and will be held in English. Please bring your own mat and a water bottle. Feel like wearing something expressive to match the techno groove? Go for it! Tickets cost 100 DKK.
Saturday 19th – Sunday 20th October
Wellness Retreat at Audo with Maiasa & RAVE
Pamper yourself with this special wellness retreat at stunning Audo with Maiasa and RAVE. Helen from RAVE will teach Flow Yoga, there’ll be a matcha workshop with Renee Kemps’ matcha brand Maiasa, a Gua Sha workshop with Maiasa and skincare brand WOODS, a long-table lunch by Audo Restaurant, and more. Choose between a one-day retreat or an overnight package with a relaxing stay at Audo Residence. Find the full program and tickets via the website. Tickets are available from 1,350 DKK for one day.
Saturday 19th October
Group Therapy Birthday Party at Den Anden Side
Rave collective Group Therapy turns six and if that’s not a reason to dance we don’t know what is. Come early (there’ll be cake!) and stay late. From 11:30 pm.
Monday 21st October
Dubby Kickstarter Release at Rust
Musicians, DJs, music producers, or simply fans of great music, this one’s for you: Copenhagen-based Componental is launching an open and customizable music multi-tool that lets you explore endless sound-shaping possibilities. Join for the launch party of Dubby at popular music venue Rust in Nørrebro to try out Dubby hands-on, enjoy live performances, and meet likeminded people. The event starts at 6 pm and there’ll be free vegan pizza to kick things off.
Tuesday 22nd – Sunday 27th October
One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest at Biblioteket
Copenhagen Theatre Circle invites you to the Oregon State Psychiatric Hospital for a performance of “One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest.” Based on the novel by Ken Kesey, the story revolves around McMurphy who after being convicted for a petty crime lands in a mental institution instead of prison. Here, he repeatedly clashes with the authoritarian head nurse Ratched. Directed by Kristian Husted, the performance is in English. Find more details and the exact times on the website.
Friday 25th October – Sunday 3rd November
MIX LGBTQIA+ Film Festival
Experience a wide range of films that explore and celebrate LGBTQIA+ experiences while fostering a sense of community and dialogue around critical social issues. The festival has been running since 1986, making it one of the world’s oldest festivals of its kind. Entirely non-profit and run by dedicated queer volunteers, the festival doesn’t only showcase groundbreaking films but also plays a crucial role in advancing LGBTQIA+ rights and culture in Denmark and beyond. Learn more on the website.
Sunday 27th October
Yoga and Gua Sha with RAVE and WOODS at The Lab
Enjoy an immersive 90 minute yoga and breathwork session including a Gua Sha tutorial by WOODS Copenhagen. After class, coffee and snacks will be served for yout o enjoy while connecting with the community. All participants receive a WOODS Gua Sha set including a Gua Sha and Face Oil from WOODS. Come in activewear; all equipment is provided. From 12 noon to 2 pm, tickets cost 425 DKK.
Monday 28th October – Monday 11th November
Flora Danica installation at TABLEAU
Julius Iversen’s TABLEAU has made a name for itself for its sculptural flower arrangements and a visit is never short of inspiring. In connection with the launch of a new fragrance collection by Flora Danica Parfums, there’ll now also be a floral installation exhibited in the store. Drop by to take a look and treat yourself to some beautiful flowers.
Tuesday 29th October
Low Carbon Design with 1508
New tools and methods to analyze the CO2 emissions of digital designs could usher in a new era, allowing us to ask new questions like: how might we solve real problems for real people with impactful design that doesn’t take a toll on our planet? Join for a half-day workshop where you’ll learn to utilize existing solutions and how to reduce CO2 emission in digital design, as well as how to use low carbon design as a creative constraint. There are no particular requirements to attend, the course is for anybody who is interested in learning about web sustainability and how to improve the environmental impact of the internet. The course is taught by Head of Business Design Kristian Ohm and Creative Technologist Thomas Woolff and runs from 9 am to 1 pm. The cost for the course is 1.500 DKK.
Thursday 31st October
Halloween
Some love it, for others it’s primarily a day used to sell cheap costumes, makeup, and candy. If you belong to the former group or you’re simply in the mood for scary decorations and candy, we’ve rounded up a few ideas on how to celebrate Halloween in Copenhagen.
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Ongoing Events in October
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.
ÅBEN Bar & Restaurant
Brewery and beer bar ÅBEN is much loved for its delicious brews and industrial yet chic interior. After hosting regular kitchen takeovers in the back part of the space for some time, the team has recently launched its own restaurant. Bookings can be made via 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 11 am to 3 pm.
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Tiger Lily at 25hours Hotel Paper Island
Embark on a culinary journey through the cuisines of Asia in the newly opened restaurant Tiger Lily at 25hours Hotel’s latest location on Paper Island. Top tip: don’t miss out on the Sea Bream. In the mood for a pre-dinner drink? Take a pit stop on Paper Island’s wooden decks and enjoy a cold drink overlooking the harbor.
Spanish Film Weeks at Cinemateket
This event series presents selected films from Spain, some in combined arrangements including tastings, talks, and the opportunity to meet the director. Find the program on the website.
Good Habit Studio
Known for its supplements, Good Habit Studio has now set out to create a space to share practices for physical, emotional, and spiritual health. At the studio, the team is hosting a mix of meditation and yoga classes, some weekly and others biweekly but always powered by a lovely community. Check out the website for more information.
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.
Post Human at Galleri Nicolai Wallner
For the 30th anniversary of his gallery, Nicolai Wallner revisits an exhibition that he regards as formative for his passion for art, Post Human at Deichtorhallen Hamburg in 1993. Asking himself how that show would look in 2024, how artists could interpret the human experience today, he creates an exhibition bearing the same title with art that also explores figuration, but now on a more emotive level, exposing the spirituality behind the physicality. Experience this very special exhibition until 12th October.
Carte Verte at the French Embassy
With themes such as overconsumption, global warming, and sea pollution, “Carte Verte” addresses one of the greatest challenges of our time, the green transition. Seven French and Danish contemporary artists explore this topic from an artistic perspective, exhibiting works that are both utopian and dystopian. The exhibition transforms the Embassy’s 18th century style reception rooms in the Thott Palace on Kongens Nytorv, keeping with the tradition of the palace being a meeting place for Danish and French artists. It will be on display from 11th to 31st October 2024. Admission is free but please book your time slot in advance.
Taryn Simon: Start Again the Lament in Cisternerne
Experience this extensive sound installation by multidisciplinary artist Taryn Simon in the unique surroundings of Cisternerne. As sound and visiting bodies move through repeating archways, the installation merges darkness and light. “Start Again the Lament” explores how we mourn individually and collectively, considering the anatomy of grief and who we choose to guide us through it. Until November 2024.
Franz Gertsch at Louisiana Museum of Modern Art
In the second half of the 20th century, Swiss artist Franz Gertsch shaped a new, special concept of realism and rose to international fame for his photorealistic paintings and woodcuts. Until November, Louisana presents the first comprehensive presentation of the artist’s oeuvre in Scandinavia.
Mo Maja Moesgaard: As Houses Glide By at Møstings
Visual artist Mo Maja Moesgaard takes over the exhibition space at Møstings with her vibrant textile works as well as works in clay and paper. Using a figurative visual language, the artworks alternate between private stories about the domestic and intimate, and reflections on systemic crises. The exhibition will be on display until November.
Against All Odds – Historical Women and New Algorithms at SMK
With this exhibition, SMK puts a group of female Nordic artists back into the spotlight who in the period between 1870 and 1910, achieved success against all odds but were later forgotten. All 24 artists featured in the exhibition had left their Nordic home countries to pursue their artistic ambitions abroad where they met other women in the same situation, forming networks across national borders. These international networks became a support — a cosmopolitan alternative to their home countries, where they had limited opportunities to train and work as artists – leading to success and recognition. As a result of a conservative backlash against women, the artists were then more or less written out of history. The aim of “Against All Odds” is to rethink their place in history. It will be on display until 8th December.
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.
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.
Basel Abbas and Ruanne Abou-Rahme at Copenhagen Contemporary and Glyptotek
In a joint effort, Copenhagen Contemporary and Glyptotek present the international artist duo Basel Abbas and Ruanne Abou-Rahme. The exhibition takes place at both institutions simultaneously and presents several of the artists’ key works in new iterations. Adapting sampling techniques prevalent in London’s drum and bass scene of the 1990s, Abbas and Abou-Rahme’s soundtracks feature archival material alongside electronic tracks and real-time recordings. The soundscapes are accompanied by striking images layered with quotes from critical and poetic texts in Arabic and English. The exhibition will be on display until November 2024.
Ai Weiwei: Water Lilies #1 at Ordrupgaard
This spectacular work by renowned artist Ai Weiwei comprises more than 650,000 Lego bricks, reconfiguring one of the most iconic impressionist paintings, namely Claude Monet’s equally monumental triptych Water Lilies (1914–26), now at MoMA in New York. Experience it in person in the beautiful surroundings of Ordrupgaard. The installation will be on display until January 2025.
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