We love any reason to gather together at Pappa Sven, and this is the page where you can see any of our upcoming events. More information will always be available on our Social Media and in store. If you have any suggestions for other events please email us directly info@pappasven.com.au
Sunday March 17th - Movie Night
Our annual International Women's Day Movie Night this year is being held at Avoca Beach Theatre with an exclusive screening of the Norwegian Film 'Let The River Flow'. All money raised is being donated to MND NSW to support people living with MND in our community. Something very dear to our hearts.
Tuesday March 26th - Våffeldagen / Waffle Day
Join us in the store from 10am - 12pm to celebrate the Scandinavian Waffle Day. We will be serving freshly cooked waffles and coffee all morning
Thursday March 28th - Easter Fika at Pappa Sven
Visit our pop up Easter bakery with freshly baked buns and other beautiful produce available for sale from our friends at FIKA in Manly.
Wednesday May 22nd - Pappa Sven's Nordic Film Night @ Newcastle Museum
AALTO - A documentary film journey into the life and work of one of the greatest modern architects, Alvar Aalto. The film shares for the first time the intimate love story of Alvar and his architect wife, Aino Aalto.
Saturday June 1st - Pappa Sven's Winter Swim & Sauna
Join us for an early morning winter swim and Nordic breakfast at Newcastle Beach. Tickets are available on our website under / Sauna
Saturday June 1st - Pappa Sven's Pappa Sven's Nordic Film Night @ Newcastle Museum
Smoke, Sauna, Sisterhood - In the darkness of a smoke sauna, women share their innermost secrets and intimate experiences, washing off the shame trapped in their bodies and regaining their strength through a sense of communion.
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Sunday July 21st - Pappa Sven's Pappa Sven's Nordic Film Night @ Newcastle Museum
Ailo's Journey - Throughout his journey, the frail and vulnerable newborn reindeer must overcome the ordeals that stand in the way of his first year of life and his first long trek as the herd migrates. Ailo’s awakening to this wild world is a real adventure, deep in the heart of the stunning landscapes of northern Finland, in Lapland.
Sunday September 1st - Pappa Sven's Pappa Sven's Nordic Film Club @ Newcastle Museum
A Tribute to Tove Jansson - We will have three sessions throughout the day from Moomin through to the story of Tove for you to celebrate this wonderful Finnish author and artist.
Tuesday September 17 - Pop Up Köket
Join us for a special lunch in the shop. We will be serving Swedish Meatballs & Waffles
Saturday September 28th - Spring Loppis
Our annual Spring Loppis is one of the most exciting days of the year at Pappa Sven. Pre loved, slightly damaged, and discontinued items available in a Swedish loppis style.
This year the Newcastle Finnish school will also have a market stall, selling freshlay baked cinnamon buns, blueberry pie & coffee. All proceed will go to the Finnish school.
Saturday October 5th - Kannelbullens Dag / Cinnamon Bun Day
Join us in the store to enjoy freshly baked cinnamon buns and other treats from Fika Cafe in Manly. Pre Orders can also be made via the Fika Website, or just turn up on the day for our pop up bakery.
Saturday November 2nd - Xmas Apartment Opening & Finnish Bakery
The opening of our much loved Christmas apartment will take place on Saturday November 2nd. The Newcastle Finnish school will also set up a little market stall with freshly baked goods for sale outside of the shop from 10am until sold out.
Friday December 6th - Finnish Independence Day
Join us for a special screening of the Finnish Film Stormskerry Maja, set in the magnificent Finnish archipelago.
More details and tickets available here
Friday December 13th - St Lucia
We love celebrating the wonderful Swedish tradition of St Lucia in our store.
September, 2025 - Pappa Sven's Finnish Lifestyle Tour
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