Good to know
Good to Know
- Stockholm has multiple active expat meetup groups on Meetup with regular events; most socials and coffee mornings are free to attend.
- Coworking spaces vary from budget-friendly (daily passes ~340 SEK / $35) to premium; many offer strong community programming and after-work social events.
- Tech and startup community is particularly vibrant—SUP46, Norrsken House, and Epicentar host frequent networking and skill-building events.
- Language exchange groups and Swedish learning communities are available for those looking to integrate further with locals.
- Summer can be quieter as Swedes prioritize vacation time; plan accordingly if visiting July–August.
- English is widely spoken in the expat scene; most groups communicate entirely in English.
Meetup Groups
Stockholm Expat Meetup Group
- Focus
- General social mingling, regular meetups
- Platform
- Meetup
- Activity Level
- Active
- Characteristics
- Inclusive, casual social focus without business agenda
The Expats and Internationals Club Stockholm
- Size
- 6000+ members
- Focus
- Social and business networking
- Platform
- Meetup
- Activity Level
- Active
- Characteristics
- English-language social and business group; drinks evenings, club nights, adventure activities
Stockholm Expat Events (Grow Internationals)
- Focus
- Social integration, skill improvement, professional development
- Platform
- Meetup
- Activity Level
- Active
- Characteristics
- Regular after-work drinks, coffee mornings, coaching sessions; free to attend
InterNations Stockholm
- Focus
- International community networking
- Activity Level
- Active
- Characteristics
- Part of global network with local meetups for expats
Meet.Stockholm
- Focus
- Locals and newcomers integration
- Activity Level
- Active
- Characteristics
- After-work drinks, karaoke nights
Nordic Society
- Focus
- Social and cultural events
- Activity Level
- Active
- Characteristics
- Weekly social events, cultural evenings, theme parties; specifically for internationals and locals
American Expats in Stockholm
- Focus
- Community for US expats
- Platform
- Meetup
- Activity Level
- Active
Learn Swedish in Stockholm
- Focus
- Language exchange and social
- Platform
- Meetup
- Activity Level
- Active
Coworking Spaces
Knackeriet
- Type
- Full coworking
- Activities
- Lectures, workshops, after-work drinks, climbing group, running club, bathing club, film nights, sauna sessions
- Community Level
- High
- Description
- Historic Old Town location with strong community focus
Impact Hub Stockholm
- Features
- Central location, rooftop garden, nomad-friendly
- Monthly Cost
- SEK 2,000
- Community Level
- Medium-High
- Daily Pass Cost
- SEK 200
- Description
- Social entrepreneurship-focused; part of global network
Lamb
- Type
- Professional vibe
- Community Level
- Medium
- Description
- Young coworking space in financial/commercial centre
The Castle
- Features
- Communal tables, kitchen, gym access, 24/7 upon request
- Day Pass Cost
- SEK 340
- Week Pass Cost
- SEK 1,160
- Community Level
- Medium-High
- Description
- Historic building in Old Town with artistic atmosphere
Alma
- Type
- Premium option with on-site bar and restaurant
- Community Level
- Low-Medium
- Description
- Luxury, artistic coworking space
Kontoret
- Features
- Common activities include openings, Christmas parties, lunch walks, breakfasts, after-work events
- Community Level
- Medium
- Locations Count
- 4
- Description
- Multiple strategic locations across Stockholm
SUP46
- Type
- Startup-focused
- Features
- Free coffee, 24/7 access, Friday after-work beers, mentorship program, free meeting rooms
- Community Level
- High
- Description
- Main hub for startups in Sweden
Norrsken House
- Type
- Tech/innovation focused
- Features
- Quiet zones, meditation room, event spaces, 3D printing, photo/filming studio
- Community Level
- High
- Description
- Converted tram warehouse for tech entrepreneurs
Epicentar
- Activities
- Weekly events, innovation labs, inspirational talks, after-work socials, fitness, yoga
- Monthly Cost
- SEK 2,560
- Community Level
- High
- Description
- Largest coworking space in Stockholm
Online Platforms
General networking and hobbyist groups
- Platform
- Meetup.com
Expat groups, nationality-specific communities
- Platform
Online expat communities
- Platform
- Discord
Swedish app for social activities; free for all users
- Platform
- Tjamigo
Sports-based social connections
- Platform
- SportGo
Alternative Work Venues
Café Hybrids
- Examples
- Café & Co, Start-Up Cafe, Espresso House
- Community Potential
- Low-Medium
- Description
- Laptop-friendly cafes not requiring coworking membership
Libraries
- Example
- Stockholm City Library
- Community Potential
- Very low
- Description
- Free with quiet working environment
Stockholm has a well-established, active expat and nomad community with multiple dedicated meetup groups, coworking spaces, and networking platforms. The scene is particularly strong in tech and startup sectors.
Seasonal Note
Summer activity dips as Swedes take serious holiday time; coworking space attendance declines on sunny days
Professional Networking
- Tech Focus
- Strong
- Characteristics
- Stockholm referred to as startup capital of Europe; strong presence of tech/AI/data meetups; free and paid professional networking events
- Description
- Active tech and startup scene
AI-generated estimateData refreshed July 2026
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Data last updated July 2026 · Verify anything important.