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March 2-8 2026

Pimpla i Tavelsjö

Winter Holiday in Umeå

Winter break means plenty of time for outdoor and indoor activities! Whether you're heading out on a snowy adventure or staying in for some crafts and cozy moments, there's something for everyone. Here we've gathered our best tips for kids of all ages.

4 highlights during the Winter Holiday

Huskies Granö Beckasin

1. Try sledding with Huskies

3 & 6 March | Granö Beckasin

Bring the whole family along on a large dog sled pulled by 12 energetic huskies. The ride takes you through forests and open winter landscapes. After the tour, you can cuddle with the huskies, enjoy a quiz walk, and warm up by the campfire. Suitable from age 4. Read more about the activity.

 

Kappa Bar

2. Gaming at Kappa Bar

3-5 March | Kappa Bar & Restaurang

At Kappa Bar, you can challenge each other with board games, PlayStation and Nintendo Switch. The menu features playful street food that’s perfect for both kids and adults. Free gaming Tuesday to Thursday for families with children. Find out more.

 

Marianne och Jag

3. Marianne och Jag 

6 March | Vävenscenen

Between dizzying acrobatics and unexpected transformations emerges “Marianne och Jag” – a performance that entertains both children and adults, blending imagination, precision and playful illusion. Suitable from age 4. Read more about the show.

 

Sjaddo - Liv Aira

4. Sjaddo - Liv Aira 

7 March | Norrlandsoperan

Sjaddo means “seed” in Lule Sámi and is about growth and development. The performance aims to spark curiosity about Sámi culture and strengthen the identity of minorities. Suitable from age 6. Read more about Sjaddo.

 

Meet the animals at Forslunda

4 March | Forslunda

Try horseback riding and meet cows and sheep in the barn. The farm shop will be open, with Stenstorpet visiting the shop and offering their soft flatbread. Open from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Read more about the event.

 

Sundlingska Ice Challenge & Winter Fair

7 March | Sundlingska Gården

A full day of winter activities awaits at Sundlingska Gården. Enjoy a winter market, ice fishing for the kids, and a mini ski race where all participating children will receive a slice of pizza after crossing the finish line. For adults, this year’s edition of the Sundlingska Ice Challenge awaits – a 9 km race on the ice track in Tavelsjö. Read more about the activities here.

Winter fun Hamptjärnsberget

Here you’ll find ski trails, outdoor fireplace and possibly Umeå’s best sledding hill. Enjoy waffles and fika at the café, open Thursday to Sunday.

Hamptjärnsberget

Ice skating Disco at Rådhustorget

4 & 7 March | Rådhustorget

Come ice skating in the heart of central Umeå! During the winter break, the new ice rink at Rådhustorget turns into a sparkling skating disco with a DJ and Umeå Figure Skating Club will be on the ice sharing spins and inspiration. Fritidsbanken lends out equipment for free. Read more about the Ice skating disco.

 

Digital Treasure Hunt with Musse & Helium

28 February – 8 March | MVG, Utopia & Väven

Follow the clues, discover hidden treasures and step into the magical world of Musse & Helium. The trail takes about 20 minutes and is perfect for the whole family. Find four out of five treasures and get the chance to win exclusive Musse & Helium kits. Read more about the Treasure Hunt here.

Restaurants for families

Combine dining with fun activities! At O´Learys they offer bowling and at Orangeriet you can play boules and shuffleboard and Pinchos is like stepping into a cirkus. 

What’s happening at the Museums?

Umeå’s museums offer plenty of fun activities during the winter break! Here you’ll find tips on current events so you don’t miss a thing.
 

Winter break at Curiosum

Experiment in the chemistry lab, try training like an astronaut, and embark on immersive adventures at Wisdome Umeå.
 See all activities.
 

The Art Workshop at Bildmuseet

During the winter break, visitors of all ages are welcome to the art workshop for creative activities. Read more about the art workshop.
 

Take a visit to Västerbottens Museum

Every day in Egilhallen offers exciting and creative activities for both young and old seafarers. See all activities. 

Stay in jail!

Experience a real prison. Spend the night in a cell, visit the museum and take part in the prison's history!

Boende. Gamla fängelset.