Name: Brighten Uppsala with Love: Free Hugs Walk
Start: 2025-08-24T12:00:00+02:00
End: 2025-08-24T13:30:00+02:00
Location: Uppsala Centralstation

Brighten Uppsala with Love: Free Hugs Walk
As spring arrives and the sun starts to return, let’s bring even more warmth to the streets of Uppsala—one hug at a time. The Free Hugs movement is about simple, genuine human connection. No special occasion needed—just open hearts and a willingness to spread joy.
🕐 When & Where:
Sunday, August 24th at 12:00 PM
Meet under the bridge at Uppsala Central Station, and we’ll begin a joyful walk through the city center.
🌟 How It Works:
– Bring your most open heart—and a “Free Hugs” sign if you can! (Cardboard + marker = perfect.)
– Always ask for consent before hugging. Respect everyone’s response—kindness is the key.
– Stay for as long or as little as you like! Your presence makes a difference.
💛 More Than Just Hugs – A Movement for Connection
This Free Hugs Walk is part of 7 000 Kramar – Dare to Connect, a growing movement to normalize human contact in a culture that often avoids it. Over 7 000 people in Uppsala live in involuntary loneliness—and each hug given represents one of them.
In Sweden, we’re used to keeping distance. We rarely speak to strangers, often avoid eye contact, and can feel invisible even in a crowd. But we humans need each other. A smile, a greeting, a simple hug—it can change someone’s whole day.
That’s why 7 000 Kramar was born. It’s not just about hugs. It’s about courage—daring to say hello, daring to look someone in the eye, daring to connect. Every time someone hesitates but chooses to step forward anyway, we shift the culture. One interaction at a time.
Whether you're offering hugs, cheering from the sidelines, or just soaking in the good vibes, you're part of something bigger. A movement that reminds us: human connection should be natural, not rare.
📱 Need help finding us?
Call or text: +46 725 109 929
✨ Summary:
🗓️ Date: Sunday, August 12
🕐 Time: 12:00 PM walk
📍 Meeting point: Under the bridge at Uppsala Central Station
🎉 Bring: A Free Hugs sign (optional), a friend (optional), and your presence (always welcome!)
🙂 Smiles aren’t mandatory—if you don’t have one when you arrive, we’ll gladly give you ours.
Let’s make Uppsala glow with connection, one small act of kindness at a time.
📲 Follow the movement on Instagram & TikTok: @jesperlissmark