
“Toto, I have a feeling we are not in Kansas anymore”
Dorothy in Wizard of Oz (1940)
FILM SCREENINGS, LIVE MUSIC, EXHIBITIONS, BOOKS, EVENTS, WINE/BEER COCKTAILS
Cafe Ray operates 2 x 25-seat micro cinemas.
The cinema offers an intimate & cozy setting with sofa and soft-chair seating + wine, beer, cocktails, coffee, fika and soft drinks available for every screenings & events.
We host live music concerts, art exhibtions, author talks, storytelling for kids, quizzes, summits and more. Much more.
Tickets are available at the door (Swish or card) or via Nortic.
OUR EXHIBITIONS

Helsingborg Street Photography exhibition
Helsingborg photographers, Per Lindgren, Sarah Perfekt, Niklas Malmquist and Jakob Andersson present their works for the first time together at Cafe Ray. Their individual perspectives capture Helsingborg and its characters over three decades. All photos for sale. On display all summer 2026

Timeless
Independent artist and photographer, Per Lindgren, exhibits a dedicated collection of favorite photos taken in and around Helsingborg since the 1980s. Per’s lense captures an evolving city with sharp observation, humor and humanism.
On display all summer 2026
OUR SCREENINGS & EVENTS

Aki Matsuri – Japanese Culture at Cafe Ray
Experience a day of traditional Japanese culture at Cafe Ray on Saturday October 3 & Sunday October 4th. Local Japanese craftspeople and artists take over Cafe Ray to showcase their work, from jewellry, to food, art to crafts.
A series of Japanese tea ceremony sessions will take place on Saturday October 3 at 11.30 am, 13.30 and 14.00 with tea ceremony master, Naho Simonsson. Get a glimpse into an ancient and majestic element of Japanese tea culture. Book your spot via our ticketing site. Seating is limited.
Japanese caligraphy specialist, Miki Yasui, will host 2 session of Japanese caligraphy on Sunday October 4th at 11.00 am & 14.00. Witness the art of calligraphy with Miki and get a first-hand look at the intricacy and mystery of the art. Book your spot via our ticketing site. Seating is limited.

Argentinian Tango Live with Alejandro Sancho (ARG) och Claes Ottelid (SWE)
Gitarristerna Alejandro Sancho och Claes Ottelid uppträder i Helsingborg för första gången, med en personligt utvald repertoar av de främsta tangokompositionerna i egna arrangemang. Alejandro och Claes inledde sitt samarbete 2024 med målet att skapa en gitarrduo i världsklass med inriktning på argentinsk tango. Denna intima konsertserie bjuder på en unik upplevelse för alla som älskar både tango och gitarr.
Guitarists Alejandro Sancho (ARG) and Claes Ottelid (SE) perform for the first time in Helsingborg, bringing a personal, curated repertoire of the finest tango compositions in their own arrangements. Alejandro and Claes began their collaboration in 2024 with the aim of creating a world-class guitar duo specializing in Argentine tango. This intimate concert series offers a unique treat for lovers of both tango and the guitar.
Friday Oct 30 18.00
Sat Oct 31 18.00
Tickets on sale here

Music Quiz – Takin it to the 1970s and … da 80s
After the blinding success of our film quiz, we could not resist. Behold: the music quiz, zooming in on the 1970s and 1980s. Prove your cool, expand your mind, bring your best wit, and win prizes. Hosted by the best Quiz Master in Sweden, Peter Helperin.
Wed Oct 28 18:00 – 19:00

Story time in Arabic
Bring the kids for a unique and fun story time session, this time in Arabic. Our friend, actor and facilitator Noha Mousbah who will read from her favourite story book.
Parking for kid’s prams, a fancy baby change table, and the best coffee, fika and other assorted fun things for adults available. Come meet other international/local parents and learn over great coffee and drinks.
Sun Oct 18 14:00 – 15:00

Doc Lounge
Thurs October 22 18:00 – 20:00 with Q&A
Doc Lounge Helsingborg collaborates with ABF Öresund and is supported by the City of Helsingborg and Film i Skåne AB
Tickets here
