There have, though, been times when the people of Stockholm have not been universally accepting of an idea and where people have questioned whether something should exist or be on display. A recent example is the subway art by Liv Stromquist , which featured a variety of cartoon images, including women menstruating, and hairy men. Many in Stockholm felt that it was a striking and thought-provoking art installation. Others were not so sure, with some feeling it was too graphic and inappropriate.
Stockholm might often be presented as some sort of hip, progressive and cool hive mind, but not everyone is in agreement on all things. The basic idea behind it is that, if you are willing to go in naked, then you are allowed to come in for free. The club plays pounding and exciting electronic and techno music and is as much about being free of inhibitions and worries as it is about being free of clothing.
He explained that the idea came when they were hosting another club night, also in Sodermalm. The hugely popular Club Vaket used to cause queues round the block β such was its popularity, and the guys behind it wanted to capitalize on that momentum. The team has an active Facebook profile where you can send them messages for ideas, comments and questions about the club. The owners are always happy to hear from people who have ways of making the club more open, fun and inclusive.
They have worked hard to make it a place that is free from any prejudice. However, while this sounds like a lovely idea, some worry that, in practice, there might well be some issues. However, it seems like the attendees are happy. Each of the six events that have been held so far, on Saturdays near Skanstull Metro Station, have been very popular and the queues round the block have returned.
Europe Sweden Stockholm What's On. Save to Wishlist. Sweden has always been a fairly liberal country. It is a place that has always been straightforward when it comes to sex education and sexual norms and where people are encouraged to be themselves, comfortable and happy in their own skin. This is, of course, particularly the case in cities.
