Cultural events in Norway

Musican performing in front of a large crowd at OsloOslo music festival at Grefsenkollen in Oslo, Eastern Norway

Norway has a rich history and a broad cultural legacy, and we love to celebrate these long-lasting traditions. Throughout the year, you’ll find a variety of cultural events: Music festivals, art exhibitions, cultural celebrations, food festivals, and many more. Add a solid organisational experience, a top-quality infrastructure, and a fearless attitude to take on challenges, and you know that Norway has everything it takes to make your cultural event unforgettable.

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It is easy to organise events in Norway. Check our the destinations or contact us directly.

Indoor and outdoor culture throughout the country

Norway is known for its breathtaking nature, but many people forget that we also have a lively cultural scene with deep traditions. Artists like Edvard Munch, Henrik Ibsen, and Edvard Grieg are known all over the world and continue to inspire artists today. This thriving cultural scene has stimulated the creation of good facilities and a healthy business climate that supports cultural events, such as music concerts, film festivals, or art exhibitions.

Man playing the piano in front of an audience at the Troldsalen room at Edvard Grieg Museum Troldhaugen in Bergen, Norway

Culture is a broad concept that includes more than music, visual arts, and literature. Many Norwegian traditions are deeply rooted in the local heritage. A good example is the rising popularity of new Nordic cuisine. Young chefs combine the unique flavours of different local products to prepare original and delicious dishes. Local delicacies are a point of pride for many Norwegians, and there are numerous festivals that keep these culinary traditions alive.

Sustainable cultural events in the majestic Norwegian scenery

Some events in Norway take place in locations that can be challenging in terms of infrastructure, logistics, and organisational aspects. The capabilities required to face these challenges show that we are not scared of taking on innovative challenges to create a unique experience. Good examples are music festivals on the remote archipelago of Træna, up a mountain in the Jotunheimen national park (Vinjerock), or deep in the woods (Audunbakken).

In Norway, we understand the importance of protecting our unspoilt nature. Sustainability is our top priority in everything we do, including all aspects of event organisation – from catering and accommodation to transportation.

  • Crowd watching a concert at Trænafestivalen, Helgeland, Northern Norway
    The Twist at the Kistefos Museum, Hadeland, Eastern Norway
    People watching fireworks during the tall ships race in Bergen
    View from the crowd on the stage of the Peer Gynt Festival, Gålå, Eastern Norway

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Birgitte Nestande

Birgitte Nestande
Manager Events
Innovation Norway
Direct phone: +47 936 06 671
Email: [email protected]

Support and financing for organising a cultural event in Norway

Norway has numerous venues where you can organise a cultural event. The wide range of exhibition spaces and event halls all over the country have all the necessary equipment, logistics, and tech support.

If you’re thinking about organising a cultural event here, get in touch with us at Innovation Norway or with one of the destinations. We can help you with marketing materials, the necessary information about the different venues, the organisation of inspection visits or guided tours at the venues, and much more. We'll help you make it happen!

The crowd at the Øyafestival in Oslo, Norway

Cultural event in Norway: Øyafestivalen

Øyafestivalen is one of Oslo’s largest music events. During four days in August, people gather in the Tøyen Park to enjoy live music and great food, meet people, and soak up the atmosphere. But the festival is not just about having fun. Øya is on a mission to be one of the world’s most sustainable events.
  • View over the fjord from the dining table in The Bolder, Norway
    Meet in nature
    The Munch Museum in Oslo, Norway, during sunset
    Safety and COVID-19
    Lake Bondhusvatnet in Fjord Norway
    Sustainability
    A train passes a river along the Rauma Railway, Norway
    Transportation
    Whale tale above the water outside of Andøya in Vesterålen, Northern Norway
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  • View of Ålesund from the Aksla viewpoint, Norway

    Congress cities

    Thinking about organising a business meeting, corporate event or congress in Norway, but not sure where in the country to go? Get to know the main conference destinations here.
    Northern Lights over the Lofoten Islands

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    Norway has a wide selection of high-quality hotels and excellent event facilities in beautiful nature. Let us help you find the right venue for your meeting or other event – it’s the perfect destination to get inspired together!
    Forum Expo Stavanger, Norway

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