The school holidays in Stockholm 2026/27 start with höstlov on 26 to 30 October 2026, week 44. Sportlov follows on 1 to 5 March 2027 and påsklov on 30 March to 2 April 2027. These dates apply to Stockholms stad's municipal schools. This guide lists every break, then indoor ideas for children at Questrooms on Södermalm, sorted by age, with the rules parents ask about most.
When are the school holidays in Stockholm 2026/27?
Stockholms stad's municipal schools break for höstlov on 26 to 30 October 2026, jullov from 19 December 2026 to 10 January 2027, sportlov on 1 to 5 March 2027 and påsklov on 30 March to 2 April 2027. Independent schools and other municipalities can use different weeks, so check your own school's calendar.
| Break | Dates 2026/27 | Week |
|---|---|---|
| Höstlov | 26 to 30 October 2026 | 44 |
| Jullov | 19 December 2026 to 10 January 2027 | 52 to 1 |
| Sportlov | 1 to 5 March 2027 | 9 |
| Påsklov | 30 March to 2 April 2027 | 13 |
| Day off for Kristi himmelsfärd | 7 May 2027 | 18 |
The autumn term ends on 18 December 2026 and the spring term starts on 11 January 2027, so jullov is the time in between. Höstlov 2027 falls on 1 to 5 November, in week 44 again.
What can kids do during höstlov 2026?
During höstlov 2026, children in Stockholm can play escape rooms, VR games and an outdoor adventure at Questrooms on Södermalm, with games from age 8. Höstlov ends right before Saturday 31 October, which is both Halloween and Alla helgons dag in 2026, so the weekend after the break is busy as well.
Three games suit the youngest players:
- Time Travellers: a classic escape room made for kids aged 8 to 12, for 3 to 7 players, at difficulty 2 of 5. An adult joins the team, or you hire an Entertainer to guide the kids in the room.
- Smash Point KIDS VR: a cartoon arcade game in VR from age 8, built for fast action rather than puzzles.
- Magic Portal: an outdoor fantasy adventure from age 8, played with an iPad on the streets around Kocksgatan 21A. Children aged 7 to 8 can join with adults.
Which games at Questrooms suit which age?
Questrooms has games for children from age 8, none of them scary. Time Travellers and Smash Point KIDS VR start at 8, Jungle Quest KIDS VR and the puzzle adventures in VR start at 10. Horror Escape is made for adults and Horror Escape TEENS starts at 13, so neither is an option for younger children.
| Game | Age | Players | Format | Scary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Time Travellers | 8 to 12 | 3 to 7 | Classic room | No |
| Smash Point KIDS VR | 8+ | 2 to 6 | VR | No |
| Magic Portal | 8+ (7 to 8 with adults) | 2 to 10, max 6 per team | Outdoor AR | No |
| Jungle Quest KIDS VR | 10+ | 2 to 6 | VR | No |
| Mission Sigma VR, Signal Lost VR, Survival VR | 10+ | 2 to 6 | VR | No |
All VR games are listed on the VR escape rooms page.
What are the rules for children at Questrooms?
Children under 13 need at least one adult inside the room. Children under 18 need an adult on site, who can wait in the reception and does not pay. An adult who goes into the room only to accompany children counts as a player and pays the normal price, so most parents play along.
- Ages are recommendations: the age on each game card reflects how fun and how difficult the game is. Younger children may join their parents and older siblings, on the parents' responsibility. This does not apply to the two horror rooms, which are never open to children under 13.
- Age counts by calendar year: a child who turns 13 later this year counts as 13.
- Children aged 4 to 7: may join a game together with their parents and older children, on the parents' responsibility.
- Discount: players aged 8 to 17 get 15% off.
How do you plan for sportlov and påsklov?
Plan sportlov and påsklov early: the booking calendar at Questrooms shows times 21 days ahead, and lov weeks fill up faster than ordinary weeks. Online booking closes 3 hours before each start time. For the outdoor game, you can cancel for free up to 24 hours before the start if the weather turns.
If the weather changes on the day of an outdoor game, Questrooms can offer an indoor game instead, if one is free, or a free reschedule. An Entertainer for Time Travellers must be booked at least 2 days in advance, so add that to the plan for a lov day with several children.
What does a kids' game at Questrooms cost?
A game at Questrooms costs 369 to 409 SEK per person, depending on how many players are in the room, and every player aged 8 to 17 gets 15% off. Two players pay 409 SEK each, six players pay 369 SEK each. You pay on site after the game, by card or Swish. Questrooms does not take cash.
- 2 players: 409 SEK per person
- 3 players: 399 SEK per person
- 4 players: 389 SEK per person
- 5 players: 379 SEK per person
- 6 players: 369 SEK per person
The Entertainer for Time Travellers costs 200 SEK per round. For a birthday during the break, the kids' party packages include the games and time in the lounge.
FAQ
When is höstlov 2026 in Stockholm?
Höstlov 2026 for Stockholms stad's municipal schools is 26 to 30 October 2026, which is week 44. Independent schools and other municipalities can choose different weeks, so check your own school's calendar. The Saturday right after the break, 31 October 2026, is both Halloween and Alla helgons dag.
Do children get a discount at Questrooms?
Yes. Every player aged 8 to 17 gets 15% off the normal price per person at Questrooms. The discount applies to each child in the group, and it does not stack with other discounts: each player gets the single best discount. Prices start at 369 SEK per person for groups of 6.
Can a parent wait outside the room?
Yes, for children aged 13 to 17. A parent or another adult must be on site and can wait in the reception without paying. Children under 13 need at least one adult inside the room, and that adult counts as a player and pays, so most parents choose to play along.
Can a 7-year-old play at Questrooms?
Yes, together with parents. The age on each game card is a recommendation, and children aged 4 to 7 may join a game with their parents and older children, on the parents' responsibility. Magic Portal welcomes children from about 7 to 8 with adults. The horror rooms are never open to children under 13.
Book a game for the break
Choose a date and the number of players in the booking calendar, and add children's ages in the comment so the 15% discount is applied. Times open 21 days ahead, so höstlov is already bookable. Questions about ages and rules are answered on the FAQ page.