Valborg celebrations are in full swing in the university cities of Lund and Uppsala, attracting tens of thousands of visitors.

In Lund, early birds like Edward and his friends claim their spots in the city park from as early as 5 a.m., a tradition honed over years.

Meanwhile, in Uppsala, students engage in a friendly rivalry with Lund, boasting that Valborg is synonymous with Uppsala.

The festivities include unique traditions such as building a shark for the river rafting event and the creation of a special Valborg song by a local, highlighting the vibrant student life and community spirit in both cities..