Swedish-Irish Society upcoming events

Irish Dance Workshop (2 May 2026)

Sat, 02 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Four sessions of Irish Dance classes for beginners in Göteborg organised by Maureen’s School of Irish Dance and the Swedish-Irish Society West Coast Chapter.

Saturdays from 12:00 to 13:00.

Dates:

25th of April

2nd of May

9th of May

16th of May.

Prices:

For SIS members:

150 kr. per class

550 kr. for the four classes.

For non members:

200 kr. Per class

750 kr. For the four classes.

Payment can be made at the spot on class day, we take SWISH or Bank Transfer.

Location:

Kustgatan 10, Göteborg

Closest tram stop: Chapmans Torg

There is place where to get changed at the venue.

No previous experience needed.

Just bring comfortable clothes, light shoes or socks and a water bottle.

Afterworks @ The Northern Quarter (7 May 2026)

Thu, 07 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT

The Swedish-Irish Society West Coast Chapter invites you to Afterwork at The Northern Quarter.

Whether you are new to Gothenburg or practically a local, we hope you join us the first Thursday of the month for a chance to meet others in the community, practice some cúpla focal or even start to learn, share music and stories, swap books or get tips on where to find all your favorite treats and essentials from back home but, most importantly, have the craíc.

Maybe you are not Irish and have an interest in the culture, come along and you'll receive a céad míle fáilte.

Gothenburg Sunrise Walk✨☘️✨ Inspired by Darkness Into Light (9 May 2026)

Sat, 09 May 2026 02:30:00 GMT

Gothenburg Sunrise Walk

Join us for a 5 km sunrise walk in Slottsskogen, inspired by the successful Irish tradition of Darkness Into Light, as we come together to raise funds for Pieta and suicide prevention.

We will begin walking in the early hours of the morning, in darkness, and finish as the sun rises. This simple act symbolizes hope and moving from darkness into light.

This walk is for anyone who has struggled, anyone supporting someone, and anyone we carry with us.

Schedule
04.30 - Meet at Linnéplatsen Tram/Bus Stop
04.35 - Start walking
05.02 - Watch the sunrise at Bragebacken Lookout
05.10 - Continue walking
05.50 - Finish up at Plikta lekplats with a hot drink (and a breakfast roll depending on interest)!

Location
Slottsskogen, Gothenburg
(Meeting point: Linnéplatsen Tram/Bus Stop)

Donations
All funds raised will be donated directly to Pieta, which provides free counselling and crisis support for those affected by suicide and self-harm.

If you are unable to join the walk, you are very welcome to support by donating.

Payments can be made to Swish 123-395 95 33 with the message "Pieta".

While this walk is inspired by an Irish initiative and raises funds for Pieta, we recognise that suicide prevention is a universal cause. If you would prefer to support a Swedish organisation, we also encourage donations to Mind or Suicide Zero.

Practical info:
• Wear warm clothes (it will be early and probably cold)
• Bring a torch/headlamp if you have one
• The walk will be at a relaxed, social pace
• All are welcome

If you plan to attend, please mark yourself as “Going” so we have an idea of numbers.

More details here

You are very welcome to join us

May Book Club: ”Do No Harm” by Henry Marsh (12 May 2026)

Tue, 12 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT

May book club is Graces choice.
”Do No Harm”by Henry Marsh is a brutally honest, deeply moving memoir that exposes the raw reality of holding someone's life—and consciousness—in your hands.
This isn't a story of flawless heroes; it’s a candid look at a surgeon’s mistakes, haunting regrets, and the fierce joy of operating, set against the backdrop of a stressed NHS.
We ll meet in SpongeCookies Cafe, Kocksgatan 19 on 12/5 from 18.00-19.30.

No registration necessary!