February 2008

Vikingarännet
Uppsala - Stockholm
Vikingarännet is an annual ice-skating race taking place on Lake Mälaren, between Uppsala and Stockholm, approximetly 80km. Vikingarännet normally takes place in the mid of February. The date will be set about 1-2 weeks before.
For further information:
www.vikingarannet.com

February 3-10

Jokkmokks Winter Market
Jokkmokk, Norrbotten
The largest winter event in Northern Europe celebrate 403:st year anniversary, with a smaller traditional market dating back to the 17th century, taking place in the beginning of February. Handicraft by the Sami people and various events.
For further information:
www.jokkmokksmarknad.com
www.turism.jokkmokk.se

February 6
Sami National Holiday
The Sami National Holiday is celebrated on the 6th of February. The Sami National Holiday is common for all Sami people whether they live in Sweden, Norway, Finland or Russia.

For further information:
www.sametinget.se/sametinget/view.cfm?oid=1432

February 7-10

Swedish Rally WRC 2008
Karlstad, Värmland
A three-day car race in winter conditions.
For further information:
Uddeholm Swedish Rally
www.swedishrally.com

February 6-10
Stockholm Furniture Fair
The world´s largest meeting place for Nordic design.
Furniture, lamps, design, textiles and interiors for homes, offices and public areas.
For further information:
Stockholm International Fairs
www.stockholmfurniturefair.com

February 22 - March 2

Vasaloppet - the challenge

Dalarna

Vasaloppet Ski Race. The world’s longest cross-country race between Sälen and Mora in Dalarna covering 90 km (56 miles) with some 30,000 participants. The week begins on the 22 th of February, with something for the whole family, KortVasan, 30 km in classic style from Oxberg. Then follow TjejVasan, Öppet spår, StafettVasan, HalvVasan, SkejtVasan, the whole week culminating with Vasaloppet itself on March 2.
For further information:
www.vasaloppet.se