It's that wonderful time of year again when the air gets cooler, the days a bit shorter – then you know it's CRAYFISH time! As November approaches, we're ready to bring the Swedish kräftskiva tradition to life in Taipei. Get your singing voice ready and prepare for an unforgettable evening of crayfish, drinks, and laughter. It's the perfect way to celebrate the season with friends, old and new – so bring one, or why not more, to this lively event!

In 2023, both member and non-member tickets sold out within a week so be sure to secure your ticket already today!

Last day to register November 1.

Event Information

Date: Saturday, November 9

Time: 17:00 - 21:00

Where: MAJI Big Tent (音樂庭園)

You will be treated to a very traditional Swedish festivity with great food, drinking songs, "snapsvisor" in the company of new and old friends. This event is the perfect way to entertain clients, colleagues and friends and to enjoy a typically Swedish celebration.

During this festive evening you will enjoy traditional Swedish delicacies like home-boiled crayfish from Taiwan, cheese pie, potato salad and other various condiments together with free flow of beer and wine*, singing and networking. And of course, we provide silly hats, bibs and our very own snaps to go with the singing!

*Free flow until stock lasts

The History Of Crayfish Party

The history of 'kräftskiva' (crayfish party) stretches back to as early as the 16th century, when it started to become popular with the Swedish royals. In the 17th century, Swedes started eating crayfish on a wider scale. The name kräftskiva was coined in the 1930s and it's believed to have derived from the 19th century bourgeois crayfish ritual 'kräftsupa' – involving crayfish and alcoholic drinks. As for the kräftskiva as we know it today, it took off in earnest during the 1960s.

The kräftskiva season kicks off at the beginning of August and usually runs well into September. These days, no specific date is set, although traditionally the crayfish party season began on the first Wednesday of August, reflecting the historic Swedish ban on crayfish fishing between November and August 7. Most crayfish parties take place outdoors and so do ours. We have found the perfect spot at Maji Square with a tent which allows us to celebrate in true Swedish late summer spirit.