The Festival of the Sea

Three beautiful June evenings on the waves under the midnight sun with great artists, sea concerts, and quizzes – all with the ocean as your backdrop.

Program

Monday, June 23 | Sea Concert with the Bugarikvintetten

Set sail for a summer evening full of joy and music! The Norrbotten-based Bugarikvintetten presents a sparkling sea concert featuring wellknown Swedish tunes, rich Finnish tango, and beloved classics. Expect a mix of energetic and calm moments, sing-alongs, and that special summer evening magic. Music and joy that will make the whole boat sway with vitality! Book now…

Tuesday, June 24 | Cruise & Quiz with Stefan Gunnarsson

Music, quiz, and the shimmering evening sun on the sea – with our local world-class pianist Stefan Gunnarsson, known from the Swedish TV show Så ska det låta. Enjoy delightful and groovy tunes, exciting music trivia, and maybe, just maybe, a wish song or two… Relax on a lovely cruise through Luleå’s beautiful inner archipelago, enjoy delicious food, and compete for great prizes – all in a fantastic atmosphere where sea breeze and music complete the evening! Book now…

Wednesday, June 25 | Sea Concert with Emma Nilsdotter

Sweden’s new country queen? “I’m blown away!” says Jill Johnson, and Lisa Nilsson affirms: “Emma is the Real Deal.”
Emma Nilsdotter, with roots in Vilhelmina in western of Sweden, is known from the worldknown a capella ensemble  The Real Group and TV4’s Let’s Dance, and is currently touring with her solo album Let Me Stay For a While. Now she’s bringing the multi-instrumentalist Patrik Hjerling to Luleå for an evening filled with healing power on the waves. This sea concert is more than just a concert and more than just a cruise – it’s a story about rising up, finding oneself, and staying where the heart belongs. All wrapped in the beauty of a summer evening on the water. Book now…

Practical info

The boat departs at 7:00 PM from Norra hamn in Luleå. The boat and the bar open as early as 5:45 PM, welcome aboard to enjoy the atmosphere and food in peace! The boat returns to the harbor at 9:00 PM.
The ticket includes a two-hour cruise, a hearty sandwich, and a musical experience.
Price: 550 SEK per evening.

The Festival of the Sea is part of the Culture Boat of Bottenviken initiative, run by Laponia Rederi AB and Kind Exploring.