4 September: Bazaar at The Candy Factory

Posted 2 September 2010 by Mai Ji
Lærkevej 11, Copenhagen NV Show map

15:00-21:00 // Free entrance

Apparently, out at The Candy Factory they have so many weird and wacky things that they now have decided to through a bazaar.

You might find something useful and/or fantastic when The Candy Factory will be transformed into a bazaar factory for a day. And while you’re at it you might as well bring some of your own stuff that takes lots of space for no purpose.

Just write to bolsjefabrikken@gmail.com and sign up or simply show up on the day and set up your own booth.

Otherwise you can expect open acoustic scene, bazaar atmosphere, coffee and cake, tea and lots of true ‘kræmmerstil’ – for the tradesman inside you.

4 September: Party in ‘Pisserenden’

Posted 2 September 2010 by Mai Ji
Teglgårdstræde 8, Copenhagen K Show map

16:00-02:00 // Free entrance

If you are out on a walk about this Saturday, you might as well drop by Teglgårdstræde located in the neighborhood known as ‘Pisserenden’.

This day will be all about the ‘hygge’ and the bar prizes will be suitable for all cheap asses (fx 10 shots for 100 Dkk.).

By urgent need for food you can buy a grill plate and to spice up the ‘hygge’ a group of dj’s has been called in to take the night shift.
Line-up:
Sorte Slyngel
Lou Van
Mr. Møller
Knald
Ollerveje
Deep C
Mikki Mouser

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2 September: Kopenhagen Contemporary Opening

Posted 29 August 2010 by Anne
Ny Carlsbergvej 68, Copenhagen V Show map

17:00-01:00 // Free entrance

Kopenhagen Contemporary Opening GaloreThis is the opening of Kopenhagen Comptemporary, which is a four day celebration of the vibrant art scene in Copenhagen in collaboration with the city’s 50 leading galleries.

This event will be the grand opening of 7 different openings on Vesterbro. There will be performances, DJs, visuals, drinks, beers, sausages and thai food. What more can one want.

Remember to bring cash.

Kopenhagen Contemporary will take place from 2-5 September in galleries and venues all over Copenhagen.

www.kopenhagencontemporary.com

2-4 September: Barometer Concerts

Posted 29 August 2010 by Anne
Royal Playhouse, Portscenen Show map

19:00-23:00 // free entrance

Det elektriske barometerThe radio program called ‘The Electric Barometer’ will be hosting three nights and inviting some of the favorite bands of the program – in total six concerts.

The radio program is a hit list of new underground music and is a really good indicator for where the wind is blowing on the alternative scene. Besides this, listeners write letters about their experiences, pleasures and sorrows that the hosts read during the broadcast.

This program meant a lot to me when I was in my teens and was part of forming my musical identity, I remember those dark Sunday evenings with blowing candles. I guess lots of young people is still inspired by it.

The concerts will start at 19:00 and 21:00 with with these promising names followed by DJs:

Thursday: Taxi Taxi, The Kissaway Trail
Friday: Chimes & Bells, Sterling
Saturday: Mouritz / Hørslev, Oh No Ono

You can listen to Barometer Netradio here
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28 August: Taste the World – International Day

Posted 22 August 2010 by Anne
The beginning of Nørrebrogade, Copenhagen N Show map

12:00-18:00 // Free

Copenhagen CoookingGet into the city and taste the world. In the celebration of a multi-ethnic and diverse Copenhagen you can experience Nørrebrogade transformed into a long-stretched street kitchen with food stands and delicious tastes from around the world.

You will also be able to experience Columbian dancers, Mads Langer, Scottish bagpipes, Burundi drummers, Karen Makupa, Affaf and many others.

Get you senses stimulated with everything from activities for the kids to fashion show and performances.

The event is part of Copenhagen Cooking.

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27 August: Glæd Dig! – Music for a good Cause

Posted 19 August 2010 by Mai Ji
@TAP-E, The old Carlsberg, Copenhagen V Show map

22:00-05:00 // 95 Dkk in presale, 110 Dkk at the entrance

Now you get the opportunity to party all night and support a good cause while doing it!

Glæd Dig! (Eng: Rejoice!) is a voluntary association with the aim of organizing parties and events where all profits go to social development projects.

The idea is to prove that philanthropy can and should be a fun and natural part of the Copenhagen city life.

The first event will be held in the old Carlsberg, where proceeds will go to Kikwetu Youth Soccer Academy – a volunteer driven Football School in Nairobi, Kenya.

So rejoice and look forward to the following line up:
- Turboweekend
- Quadron
- Omoreka
- Pladevennerne
- Afrokid

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Tickets through Billetlugen.dk

21-22 August: Fair Fælled Festival 2010

Posted 19 August 2010 by Mai Ji
@Fælledparken, Copenhagen Ø Show map

Sat 12:00-23:30, Sun 12:00-18:00 // Free entrance

This weekend Fælledparken will flourish of global awareness, when Fair Fælled hosted by MS ActionAid (Mellemfolkeligt Samvirke) once again strikes a blow for global justice.

To mark the importance of supporting the fight against poverty in the developing countries various artists will fill your ears with pure love. Among others can you hear Slaraffenland, Freja Loeb, Bodebrixen and Hannah Schneider.

In between live sets it would make sense if you choose to go berserk among the many organic goodies.

You can also choose to make a statement and take part of the many debates and ongoing events. For instance, this year Fair Fælled will serve as a platform for the large NGO campaign concerning the 2015 goals (go for the ‘Take Action’ tent).

You can read more about the work of MS ActionAid on www.ms.dk and see the full program (in Danish) for the weekend.

14 August: Flea Market Skt Peders Stræde

Posted 11 August 2010 by Mai Ji
Skt Peders Stræde 47 (in the backyard), Copenhagen K Show map

11:00-17:00 // Free entrance

In the middle of Fashion Week, STRØM and all sorts of exiting stuff happening – why not spice it all up by going to the flea market in Skt Peders Stræde this Saturday?

Inside the backyard of  no. 47 you can find clothes, shoes, posters, coffee and cake and this and that.

Put in another way: This is the place to be if you’re in the mood for hygge in the company of Retrosales, Hvass & Hannibal and Din Nye Ven.

So pack your wallet and fill up your pocket with coins from your piggy bank. And bring your friends, parents or a neighbor for a beer.

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16-22 August: STRØM Festival 2010

Posted 11 August 2010 by Mai Ji
Enghaveparken behind Enghave Plads, Copenhagen V Show map

The annual festival for the celebration of electronic music is about to hit the parks, streets and venues of Copenhagen.

Allthough STRØM is only hosting its fourth edition this year it has evolved each year presenting the city as a dynamic capital when it comes to broadcasting a strong selection within the electronic music scene. Check out the homepage for more info and a full line up.

Here is a brief overview of some of the free or cheap pleasures during the festival:

14 August: Sounds from the Meat Packing District
@Jolene, Flæsketorvet 85 // 17:00-03:00

Go visit Jolene Bar and listen to nice tunes from Ed Davenport (UK/GER) and Danish artists like Waqar, Zzzune, Candy Crack, Christian Alexander, Emil Boserup, Philip Flindt and Kristian.

16 August: Trans Metro Express
@Copenhagen Metro, departure from Vestamager Station // 19:00-21:00

As part of STRØM you can hop on the metro train and experience an audio journey through the city literally speaking.
Enjoy soundscapes from Rumpistol, Eloq, JSL and Maffi. And remember it’s free – all you need is a valid metro ticket.

21 August: REWIND & STRØM Final Party
@TAP-E (the old Carlsberg), Pasteursvej 20, Copenhagen V // 23:00 until late // 80 Dkk

Expect nothing less than a bang of a party when N-Type is dropping by the old Carlsberg. As one of the leading dubstep selectors one might expect him carrying around some serious goodies in his bag containing the latest dubplates. Among others the line up will also include F-One and JJ Louis.

You can follow the walking soundsystem from the concerts in Enghaveparken directly to TAP-E. Otherwise just follow the torches…or the electric flow.

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14 August: Sundevedsgade Street Party

Posted 10 August 2010 by Anne
@ Sundevedsgade, Copenhagen V Show map

10:00-04:00 // free

street basket sundevedsgade Kung Fu BarAs usual Kung Fu Izakaya Bar is throwing a party for the entire street. The day will start at 10 with flea market and activities for everyone.

From the afternoon there is a street basket tournament or you can beat your friends in knock out ping pong.

You won’t be missing any food, drinks and Café Polala is taking care of great coffee  to go with cake. Café Ludwigsen’s nice girls will serve some ice cold Coronas.

During the night the DJs will fire up under the turntable and the party will continue on at Kung Fu.

Check out the program at www.kungfubar.dk

9-15 August: Copenhagen Summer Dance

Posted 6 August 2010 by Mai Ji
@Copenhagen Police Headquarters, Polititorvet 1, Copenhagen V Show map

20:30-22:00 // Free entrance (or booking for 38 Dkk. + fee)

Usually there is no public access to the police headquarters of Copenhagen but over the next week you get the opportunity to experience the cream of modern contemporary dance, within the precints of the headquarters.

Danish Dance Theatre has created ‘Men in Coats’ for this occasion and will also give you the very first sneak peek of ‘Love Songs’ which will premiere at the Royal Theatre April 2011.

And you can easily expect both strong and powerful dance since the Chinese company Beijing Dance Theater will perform two different works and UK Rambert Dance Company, who is visiting Copenhagen for the first time, will also show some serious dancing skills!

Each of the nine performances accomodate 800 guests, including 124 free-cushion seats and 676 chair seats. So if you want to be sure of an entrance garantee you can book a chair seat for 38 Dkk. + fee at billetnet.dk.

www.danskdanseteater.dk