Great art and culture is even better when you share the experience. Music, film, and other popular festivals are a key part of the booming Norwegian culture scene.
Festivals in Norway
A feast of flavours, sights, and sounds.
Norway offers more than 900 festivals to match almost anyone's interests in music, food, sport, film, theatre, literature, history and much more.
Summer is undoubtedly the biggest festival season, but several exciting events take place throughout the year all over the country.
There is a myriad of music festivals in Norway, covering both popular genres such as jazz, blues and contemporary music, as well as niche festivals showcasing more experimental music. The festival scene in Norway holds a high international standard and measures up to the best festivals in Europe.
Want to know what's on during your visit? Check out our event calendar!
Find your next festival
Photo credit: Maja Brenna / Øyafestivalen
Popular Norwegian music festivals
- Øyafestivalen in Oslo in August
- By:Larm in Oslo in September
- OverOslo in Oslo in June
- Tons of Rock in Oslo in June
- Slottsfjellfestivalen in Tønsberg in July
- Stavernfestivalen in Larvik in July
- Pstereo in Trondheim in August
- Neon in Trondheim in June
- Parken in Bodø in August
- Buktafestivalen in Tromsø in July
- Palmesus in Kristiansand in June
Pop and rock festivals
Showcasing big-name international artists as well as up-and-coming local bands.
Stavanger
27.08.2026 - 28.08.2026
Utopia - music festival in Stavanger
The region's largest music festival right in the heart of Stavanger city centre! A city festival that follows the trends of young adults. Presenting the biggest names in pop, EDM and urban music. In Bjergstedparken by Kuppelhallen in Stavanger, just a short walk from Stavanger city centre. A beautiful and idyllic park in beautiful surroundings, coupled with urban city centre life.Black metal and jazz
Norway is in many ways a country of extremes, so it’s perhaps no coincidence genres like black metal and jazz have thrived here for decades. Norway is the home of black metal, and there is no better place to experience it than the Inferno festival, held every Easter in Oslo. There are also international jazz festivals in Bergen, Molde, Kongsberg, Haugesund, Oslo, Lillehammer and more.
For more extremes, enjoy Ekstremsportveko in Voss, the largest extreme sports festival of its kind, which also includes live music performances. And don't miss Voss's jazz festival, Vossajazz, usually held in April.
Jazz and Blues festivals
Experience Europe's oldest annual jazz festival in Molde and other top festivals.
Festivals for foodies
Food, and especially locally-sourced food, is increasingly important to Norwegians, and there are several annual bigger festivals, like for example the Matstreif festival in Oslo, the Trøndelag Food Festival and Trondheim Brewery Festival and Gladmat in Stavanger, but also several niche festivals like the Rakfisk (semi-fermented trout) festival in Valdres and cider festivals in Hardanger.
Photo credit: Fredrik Ahlsen, Maverix / Visitnorway.com
Popular Norwegian food and drink festivals
- Trøndelag Food Festival in Trondheim in August
- Norway Seafood Festival in Trondheim in March
- Gladmat in Stavanger in June
- Matstreif in Oslo in September
- Bergen Food Festival in Bergen in September
- The Norwegian Rakfisk festival in Valdres in November
- Cider and fruit festivals in places like Hardanger and Telemark at various times
- The Shellfish Festival in Mandal in August
- Oslo Vegetarian Festival in Oslo in May
Food and drink festivals
A multitude of flavours and activities for foodies of all ages.
Bergen13.10.2026 - 21.10.2026BIFF - Bergen International Film Festival
BIFF is one of the leading film festivals in Norway, presenting about 150 films from all over the world. The programme sonsists of both sneak premieres of films in theatrical distribution as well as amazing new discoveries within both fiction and documentaries.
Book nowGarnes26.07.2026Gamle Vossebanen - veterantog med damplokomotiv og spisevogn - 26. juli 2026
Take a journey back in time to the golden age of railways, to a time of uniform buttons with the royal coat of arms, the sound of wooden carriage doors slamming shut, and the locomotive whistle saying "all aboard" and the train can go. Relax and enjoy a wonderful Sunday excursion while the landscape rolls past the train windows. The trip is run with a steam locomotive and teak carriages from the 1920s and 30s. Along the way you can experience a beautiful landscape and impressive engineering, close to lakes and water on one side, and steep mountain slopes on the other. Garnes stasjon is Museet Gamle Vossebanen's main station and two of the train trips start from here. The trip from Midttun will have a longer stop at Garnes. Garnes stasjon has its own museum exhibition, station kiosk, souvenir shop, and otherwise a fine opportunity to look at locomotives and carriages in the station area. On this day we also have a visit from a professional trio – Boggien Dampjazzband – who play light music in the carriages throughout the day. First round trip with arrival no later than 10:45. Departure Garnes 11:00. The trip goes to Midttun and returns to Garnes at 13:00. Second round trip with arrival no later than 11:55. Departure Midttun 12:10. The trip goes to Garnes and returns to Midttun at 15:05. Third round trip with arrival no later than 14:00. Departure Garnes 14:15. The trip goes to Midttun and returns to Garnes at 16:15. The dining car is polished to perfection with real porcelain, white tablecloths, a chef, maître d' and waiters. Let yourself be tempted by food made on board the train, to buy tickets for a train trip (approximately two hours), and reserve a seat in the dining car (approximately one hour) for a wonderful meal on the train. Reserving a seat in the dining car must be done in addition to purchasing a ticket: https://njk.no/opplevelser/spisevogn/spisevognbestilling Please note: For gluten-free and vegan dishes this must be stated as a comment in the table reservation form.
Book nowBergen23.10.2026 - 24.10.2026Kjøtt Festival
Festivalen Kjøtt was held for the first time in 2025. Now we are repeating the success and inviting you to two days you don’t want to miss, where you will have the opportunity to hear something completely new and experience a festival out of the ordinary. Festivalen Kjøtt focuses on quality and creativity, and is a bridge-builder working to give new generations greater opportunities for diversity on and behind the stage.
Book nowBergen16.10.2026 - 17.10.2026Copy of 'Apollon 50-år: Musikkfestival 2026 | Fredag - lørdag'
Apollon, founded in 1976, continues their 50th anniversary celebration with a two-day music festival at Kulturhuset, just a stone's throw from the shop, on 16 and 17 October! We invite you to the party of a lifetime with a total of 14 bands, and we will start releasing the first artists in early August. We recommend securing your ticket already now, and we look forward to celebrating together with you! Follow here and via social media for updates: Instagram: @apollonplatebar Facebook: /apollonplatebar Buy your ticket here.
Book nowBergen03.12.2026 - 10.12.2026Christmas party at Madam Felle
Remember to book a table for the best experience ✨ This Year's Christmas Party ✨ We invite you to a full evening of Christmas atmosphere, good food and entertainment! At the buffet pinnekjøtt with all the trimmings awaits, and no Christmas dinner is complete without genuine rice pudding for dessert. After the food the evening continues with room for a chat with friends old and new, before we top it all off with a concert, quiz and other Christmas fun as the evening progresses. The ticket includes both food and concert – all in one package! For those who would rather come straight to the entertainment, there is also a separate concert ticket available (includes quiz). Gather the gang and join an unforgettable Christmas party evening with food, fun and music!- Book nowGarnes16.08.2026
Gamle Vossebanen - veterantog med damplokomotiv og spisevogn - 16. august 2026
Take a journey back in time to the golden age of railways, to a time of uniform buttons with the royal coat of arms, the sound of wooden carriage doors slamming shut, and the locomotive whistle saying "all aboard" and the train can go. Relax and enjoy a wonderful Sunday excursion while the landscape rolls past the train windows. The trip is run with a steam locomotive and teak carriages from the 1920s and 30s. Along the way you can experience a beautiful landscape and impressive engineering, close to lakes and water on one side, and steep mountain slopes on the other. Garnes stasjon is Museet Gamle Vossebanen's main station and two of the train trips start from here. The trip from Midttun will have a longer stop at Garnes. Garnes stasjon has its own museum exhibition, station kiosk, souvenir shop, and otherwise a fine opportunity to look at locomotives and carriages in the station area. On this day we also have a visit from a professional trio – Boggien Dampjazzband – who play light music in the carriages throughout the day. First round trip with arrival no later than 10:45. Departure Garnes 11:00. The trip goes to Midttun and returns to Garnes at 13:00. Second round trip with arrival no later than 11:55. Departure Midttun 12:10. The trip goes to Garnes and returns to Midttun at 15:05. Third round trip with arrival no later than 14:00. Departure Garnes 14:15. The trip goes to Midttun and returns to Garnes at 16:15. The dining car is polished to perfection with real porcelain, white tablecloths, a chef, maître d' and waiters. Let yourself be tempted by food made on board the train, to buy tickets for a train trip (approximately two hours), and reserve a seat in the dining car (approximately one hour) for a wonderful meal on the train. Reserving a seat in the dining car must be done in addition to purchasing a ticket: https://njk.no/opplevelser/spisevogn/spisevognbestilling Please note: For gluten-free and vegan dishes this must be stated as a comment in the table reservation form. 
Lonevåg05.09.2026The Juniper Festival 2026
On September 5th, there will be an open day during the Juniper Festival at Osterøy Museum! Juniper is a plant with many uses, and has been incredibly important here in Western Norway. The plant has been used for many things: everything from spices in food and alcohol to medicine and wood working. The Juniper Festival will be a celebration of the plant that has meant so much! On the open day, there will be courses, activities for the whole family, lectures, concerts, tours and much more. Admission will be free for everyone!
Narvik07.05.2025 - 07.05.2099The Railway Café
The Railway Café is located inside Narvik's historic train station and offers a warm combination of modern comfort and nostalgic railway atmosphere. Here you can take a break with good food and coffee, whether you are waiting for the train, exploring the city or just want a nice café visit.
Book nowBønes23.07.2026Åpen Smaking på 7 Fjell 23. Juli
JOIN US FOR AN OPEN TASTING AND BREWERYTOUR At the Open Tasting, you can sign up as a small group, or just bring yourself, colleagues, neighbors, or your partner. The tasting is suitable for all levels, whether you're a beer enthusiast, beginner, curious, or just looking to do something different. Enjoy a pleasant evening at the brewery where we take a slightly different and more relaxed 7 Mountain tour... There will be no blisters, sore feet or promises of "we're almost there." The tasting includes a welcome beer, a tour of the brewery, and tasting of six additional varieties from our diverse selection. There will, of course, be some storytelling about both beer and 7 Fjell along the way, and the event lasts 2.5-3 hours, depending on the number of questions and participants. A warm welcome to you!
Book nowSkogsvåg21.08.2026 - 23.08.2026Stølsfestivalen 2026
Stølsfestivalen is a music and outdoor festival set in idyllic surroundings at Kallestad on Sotra.
Book nowLonevåg27.06.20263-course dinner // Fjærå Sjøhus // Håsong 2026
The village of Hosanger, as a church site and municipal centre, and especially the area around Mjøsvågen, has over the years had many licensed premises and dining venues. Fjærå Sjøhus is located in premises that have previously been both a coffin factory and a boathouse, and is a family business run by father and son, Terje and Erlend Mjøs. They proudly carry on the village's tradition of welcoming visitors and locals alike. But in a new era, where Hosanger is increasingly visited by people from all over the world. Largely due to Kossdalsvegen and the 17 spectacular bends up the mountain pass at the end of the valley. The premises on the ground floor, with original timber walls and maritime decor, where the 3-course dinner is served, is normally used for pub evenings, intimate concerts, pop-up dinners, private events and more. Fjærå Sjøhus has promised us an exciting menu featuring among other things langoustine and monkfish, and we hope as many as possible would like to join us for this year's 3-course dinner during Håsong. 3-course menu Langoustine soup Root vegetables · sea roe · toasted sourdough bread · wild garlic butter Monkfish Broccolini · parsnip purée · cured ham · chanterelle sauce Chantilly cream Fresh fruit · lemon curd Photo: Rune Langeland
Book nowBønes25.09.2026Open Brewery - SEPTEMBER
Welcome to Open Brewery at 7 Fjell – on the last Friday of the month! Every last Friday of the month (except July and December), we open the doors to the brewery and invite you to a pleasant evening in Fjellsdalen. From 17:00 to 23:00, you can enjoy genuine brewery atmosphere in our Taproom and down in the brewery itself. This is a unique opportunity to gather friends, colleagues, neighbours and beer enthusiasts for a social and enjoyable experience. What’s happening? Pop-up kitchen: Make your dinner plans with us! Practical information Entrance ticket: Only 100 NOK – can be purchased in advance or at the door. Are you one of the roughly 250 people who have a tattoo of the 7 Fjell logo? Then you get in for free! Just show your tattoo to the staff at the entrance. How to find us Bus no. 15 from the city centre (Olav Kyrres Gate) or bus no. 14 from Oasen/Bystasjonen. Walk, take a taxi, Uber, Ryde or find yourself a private driver. Planning something special? Companies wishing to arrange an after-work gathering with us can contact [email protected] for a tailor-made plan. We look forward to seeing you and sharing the joy of great craft beer, good food and a fantastic atmosphere. Secure your tickets and join the cosiest event of the month! A warm welcome to 7 Fjell.
Bryne16.09.2026 - 19.09.2026Potetfestivalen (potato festival) at Bryne
The Potato Festival on Jæren has traditions dating back to 1998 when the trade association in Bryne, with Olav Ausdal at the helm, initiated this festival with a potato theme. Over the years, the Potato Festival has developed into a major festival for the market, trade and a showcase for everything that happens at Jæren in terms of culture and business. Regular features on the Potato Festival programme The Potato Festival has many traditions that have come to stay: The Little Grey Fergie Parade, the swimming duck race, the World Championships in Potato Fork throwing, the tent where they serve the Norwegian dish, komle, and the sale of potatoes in buckets, to name but a few. The festival is constantly evolving with new attractions and activities. Welcome to the Potato Festival at Jæren, the festival for the whole family!
Bergen02.09.2026 - 04.09.2026Norsk Siderfestival 2026 (The Norwegian Cider Festival)
The Norwegian Cider Festival takes place at Festplassen at the same time as Bergen Food Festival, bringing together 26 of the best cider producers from across the country. This gives you a unique opportunity to taste your way through the full spectrum of Norwegian cider. At the entrance, you can purchase an entry package. It includes 3 tokens and a beautiful Zwiesel cider glass – yours to take home. In addition, delicious festival dishes are available at the Bergen Food Festival stands – perfect to enjoy while exploring the world of ciders. Matarena is the organizer of both Bergen Food Festival and the Norwegian Cider Festival.- Book nowBønes17.09.2026
Åpen Smaking 7 Fjell 17. September
JOIN US FOR AN OPEN TASTING AND BREWERYTOUR At the Open Tasting, you can sign up as a small group, or just bring yourself, colleagues, neighbors, or your partner. The tasting is suitable for all levels, whether you're a beer enthusiast, beginner, curious, or just looking to do something different. Enjoy a pleasant evening at the brewery where we take a slightly different and more relaxed 7 Mountain tour... There will be no blisters, sore feet or promises of "we're almost there." The tasting includes a welcome beer, a tour of the brewery, and tasting of six additional varieties from our diverse selection. There will, of course, be some storytelling about both beer and 7 Fjell along the way, and the event lasts 2.5-3 hours, depending on the number of questions and participants. A warm welcome to you! 
Book nowLofthus26.08.2026 - 30.08.2026Hardanger Music Festival
In 2026, Hardanger Music Festival will celebrate its 30th anniversary and invites you to an anniversary week filled with memorable concert experiences in beautiful surroundings. The festival will take place from 26 to 30 August in Lofthus and around Sørfjorden in Ullensvang.
Espeland06.08.2026 - 09.08.2026Vestlandstreffet 2026 - MC Treffet i Vest
VESTLANDS MEET 2026 Espeland Prison Camp Arna Bergen!! This year we’re opening the meet on Thursday, with slightly reduced facilities. There will still be light food and drinks available, and music playing over the speakers. On Friday and Saturday, however, we go all in with live music, a cocktail bar, a BBQ menu, several large shared tents, and vendors who will be exhibiting and selling various items. In 2026 there will also be the option of indoor accommodation in dormitories, or camping on the event grounds. There are also campsites nearby. Save the date already now! PS: The weather can only get better next year
Book nowBønes28.08.2026ÅPENT BRYGGERI AUGUST
Welcome to Open Brewery at 7 Fjell – the last Friday of every month! On the last Friday of each month (except July and December), we open the doors to the brewery and invite you to a pleasant evening in Fjellsdalen. From 17:00 to 23:00, you can enjoy the authentic brewery atmosphere in our Taproom and down in the brewery itself. This is a great opportunity to gather friends, colleagues, neighbours and beer enthusiasts for a social and enjoyable experience. What’s happening? Pop-up kitchen: Make your dinner plans with us! Practical information Entrance ticket: Only NOK 100 – available in advance or at the door. Are you one of the roughly 250 people with a 7 Fjell tattoo? Then you get in for free! Just show your tattoo to the staff at the entrance. How to find us Bus no. 15 from the city centre (Olav Kyrres Gate) or bus no. 14 from Oasen/Bystasjonen. Or go by foot, taxi, Uber, Ryde, or bring your own designated driver. Planning something special? Companies wishing to arrange an after-work gathering with us can contact [email protected] for a tailored set-up. We look forward to seeing you and sharing the joy of great craft beer, delicious food and a fantastic atmosphere. Get your tickets and join the coziest event of the month! A warm welcome to 7 Fjell!
Book nowBergen17.09.2026 - 20.09.2026Bergen kirkeautunnale 2026
Bergen kirkeautunnale – festival for church music is held annually over five days at the end of September. The festival brings together traditional and innovative church art, with varied cultural expressions of high quality, for an audience of all ages. Festival pass includes all ticketed events during Bergen kirkeautunnale: (Does not include Sigvart Dagsland) Opening: Fauré Requiem, Edvard Grieg Kor – Domkirken 17/9 at 19:30 Bergen Domkor and Amalie Stalheim – Korskirken 18/9 at 19:30 Victoria Ulriksen, solo. Guest: Amalie Stalheim – Domkirken 19/9 at 15:00 Amalie Stalheim, solo. Guest: Victoria Ulriksen – Mariakirken 20/9 at 15:00 Stemmekl. / NyNorsk Messingkv. / Parallax / Hannevold – Nykrk. 19/9 at 19:00 Sara Parkman – Korskirken 20/9 at 20:00
Sula23.06.2026St. Hans celebration around the bonfire at Sula Rorbuer and Havhotell!
We want to breathe life into the tradition of St. Hans bonfires and midsummer celebrations! And what better way than to gather the entire island's residents, vacationers and visitors for a pleasant evening together around the campfire at Rorbua on Tuesday, June 23rd from 5-11 pm. We serve BUFFET from our kitchen at Edvardas. Registration to Roger via SMS 93 82 52 18. Price per person: 445.-, payable upon arrival. The kitchen is open from 5-8 pm, and other serving until 11 pm.
Sarpsborg19.07.2026Sarpsborg vikingfestival 2026 - A part of Olavsdagene - Sunday 19. july
Welcome to Sarpsborg Viking Festival 2026 in Landeparken, 17–19 July 2026! Join us as several hundred Vikings from Norway and Europe move into Landeparken and recreate the life and atmosphere of Viking Age Borg as it was 1,000 years ago! For the 13th time, Olavsdagene is organising a Viking market in Landeparken in collaboration with the Viking group Vinir. Visitors will get to taste, smell, hear and feel what life in Borg was like at the time when Olav Haraldsson came sailing up the river and settled by the mighty waterfall. At the Viking market, you can experience how the Vikings lived. In the different Viking tents, traditional crafts are demonstrated and handmade goods are sold. Here you can watch the blacksmith at work, taste Viking food and try a range of activities such as archery, axe throwing, a climbing park, a treasure hunt and much more! Throughout the Viking market, there will be an exciting programme with musical performances, storytelling sessions, Viking games and battle shows at scheduled times. The excitement will be high when the Vikings compete to see who deserves the title of “Strongest Viking”! WOULD YOU LIKE A TICKET FOR ONE OF THE OTHER DAYS? Sarpsborg Viking Festival 2026 in Landeparken Friday 17 July: 16:00–21:00 Sarpsborg Viking Festival 2026 in Landeparken Saturday 18 July: 12:00–19:00 We encourage visitors to travel to the festival area by bicycle or public transport. If you arrive by car, please follow the signs for parking. Kindly show consideration for the residents in the area. For more information about the programme, activities and news, visit www.olavsdagene.no and follow Olavsdagene on Facebook.
Stavanger28.11.2026 - 19.12.2026Christmas market in the city park in Stavanger
The period before Christmas in Stavanger is truly something special! The city is decorated with the finest Christmas lights, shops decorate their windows with elves and garlands, the sound of Christmas music spreads and the streets are filled with Christmas spirit - you can feel with all your senses that Christmas is approaching. Maybe we'll be lucky enough to get a sprinkling of snow? Christmas stalls with a wide variety The city park is transformed into the best place in the city for Christmas joy. It's a Christmas market showcasing the wide variety of trade, culture, food and crafts. At the Christmas market in Byparken, there will be a good mix of Christmas market stalls, tents and food trucks.
Book nowOslo24.06.2026 - 27.06.2026Tons of Rock
24–27 June, 2026, Ekebergsletta. Norway's largest outdoor rock and metal festival.
Book nowBergen04.09.2026 - 05.09.2026Nyjazz festivalen 2026
Wir freuen uns, Sie zum Nyjazzfestival 2026 vom 4.–5. September einzuladen! Es werden 6 Konzerte über 2 Abende mit handverlesenen Bands aus Bergens Underground-Improvisations- und Jazzszene stattfinden. Kaufen Sie jetzt vergünstigte Early-Bird-Tickets, um sich günstige Festivalpässe für die diesjährige Ausgabe von Nyjazz zu sichern. Herzlich willkommen!
Book nowIndre Arna05.09.2026Norsk Spisevognselskap - Aftentog 2026 - Sensommertoget - 5. September fra Arna Gamle Stasjon
Summer is coming to an end and the stage is set for a Late Summer Train with Norsk Spisevognselskap at Gamle Vossebanen. Join an exclusive full evening with good food and drink while the train steams into the evening. Enjoy a wonderful three-course menu in our venerable dining car from 1937. Come aboard to tablecloths, set tables and a great atmosphere. Norsk Spisevognselskap has a full bar licence. The dining car is part of our wonderful vintage train that sets the mood for the evening; nostalgic teak carriages from the 1920s and 30s pulled by a steam locomotive. The route between Arna Gamle stasjon and Midttun stoppested is marked by a beautiful cultural landscape, exciting tunnels and cuttings. Departure from Arna Gamle stasjon at 18:30, with arrival no later than 18:15 at the station. The station opens at 18:00. Arrival at Arna Gamle stasjon at 22:00. The dining car is uncoupled from the train and remains at Arna Gamle stasjon until midnight, functioning as a bar with full licence. The ticket costs NOK 1,625 per person and includes the train ticket, food and drink (3 units). Ticket sales close Wednesday 2 September at 18:00. For information and assistance with food allergies and intolerances contact [email protected]. Allergies must be clarified no later than one week before the desired departure.
Stolmen24.07.2026 - 26.07.2026Palepop 2026
Welcome to Palepop – the festival where waves meet basslines, and Austevoll shows its finest side! On July 24–25, 2026, we gather people from all over the country for two days of music, joy, and true summer vibes at Stangeland Gard on Stolmen and Pakkeriet on Møkster! The music: A mix of local heroes, rising stars, and well-known national artists – from acoustic charm to full-on party. The food: Local flavours, cold drinks, and that unmistakable island atmosphere. The place: Right by the sea – with sunsets, sea spray, and smiles as far as the eye can see. Palepop is more than just a festival – it’s a celebration of island life, togetherness, and those golden summer evenings. Grab your ticket, pack your smile – and join the adventure! Tickets available now on TicketCo.
Trondheim06.08.2026 - 08.08.2026Trøndelag Food Festival
The annual Trøndelag Food Festival and Trondheim Brewery Festival bring together more than 200 local producers and 30 craft breweries, so you can taste your way through an entire region renowned for some of the world’s finest ingredients. This is one of Europe’s leading food festivals, attracting more than 200,000 visitors every year. For three vibrant days, the city comes alive with incredible flavors, local brews, and a buzzing atmosphere. Welcome – and enjoy!
Book nowBergen30.04.2026 - 05.11.2026Norwegian Folk Lunch
Step into a cosy old-time atmosphere and experience true Norwegian charm and hospitality. We invite you to taste Norwegian style waffles with brunost (brown cheese), jam and sour cream, enjoy a cup of coffee and discover a piece of our folk traditions. The entertainment comes from our own traditional performers and will vary between fiddle playing, singing and traditional dance. Gimle is located 5 minutes walk from the Tourist Information, right behind the church Korskirken. Book your ticket here.
Book nowRandaberg24.09.2026Tour de Taste
Welcome to a mini food festival in the heart of Randaberg! Experience local flavors from producers and restaurants in Randaberg, Kvitsøy, and Stavanger. The evening offers great food, entertainment, and a wonderful atmosphere, hosted by Kjartan Skjelde, Kjartan Skjelde, who will also present a fun cooking competition and share useful cooking tips. An evening where food, people, and local traditions come together.- Book nowGarnes02.08.2026
Gamle Vossebanen - veterantog med damplokomotiv og spisevogn - 2. august 2026
That makes perfect sense! No problem at all. Here is the translation: Take a journey back in time to the golden age of railways, to a time of uniform buttons with the royal coat of arms, the sound of wooden carriage doors slamming shut, and the locomotive whistle saying "all aboard" and the train can go. Relax and enjoy a wonderful Sunday excursion while the landscape rolls past the train windows. The trip is run with a steam locomotive and teak carriages from the 1920s and 30s. Along the way you can experience a beautiful landscape and impressive engineering, close to lakes and water on one side, and steep mountain slopes on the other. Garnes stasjon is Museet Gamle Vossebanen's main station and two of the train trips start from here. The trip from Midttun will have a longer stop at Garnes. Garnes stasjon has its own museum exhibition, station kiosk, souvenir shop, and otherwise a fine opportunity to look at locomotives and carriages in the station area. On this day we also have a visit from a professional trio – Boggien Dampjazzband – who play light music in the carriages throughout the day. First round trip with arrival no later than 10:45. Departure Garnes 11:00. The trip goes to Midttun and returns to Garnes at 13:00. Second round trip with arrival no later than 11:55. Departure Midttun 12:10. The trip goes to Garnes and returns to Midttun at 15:05. Third round trip with arrival no later than 14:00. Departure Garnes 14:15. The trip goes to Midttun and returns to Garnes at 16:15. The dining car is polished to perfection with real porcelain, white tablecloths, a chef, maître d' and waiters. Let yourself be tempted by food made on board the train, to buy tickets for a train trip (approximately two hours), and reserve a seat in the dining car (approximately one hour) for a wonderful meal on the train. Reserving a seat in the dining car must be done in addition to purchasing a ticket: https://njk.no/opplevelser/spisevogn/spisevognbestilling Please note: For gluten-free and vegan dishes this must be stated as a comment in the table reservation form. 
Bergen30.10.2026 - 01.11.2026EKKOFESTIVALEN 2026
EKKO FESTIVAL XXIII 30 October – 1 November 2025 BERGEN, NORWAY Welcome to the 23rd edition of the Ekko Festival. What is the Ekko Festival? Ekko is an annual festival for experimental and electronic music in Bergen, established in 2003. The festival is organised by Ekko at Østre and various other venues and locations in and around the city. Here, audiences can experience everything from new and established artists to sound art, installations, exhibitions, conversations, and club nights.
Festivals in the great outdoors
Try a unique festival in the wild surrounded by gorgeous Norwegian nature. Enjoy live music on remote islands where the sun never sets or high up in the mountains. It's perfect for combining a love of music and the outdoors and you'll be able to explore exciting parts of Norway.
There are also several festivals that focus on indigenous Sami art, music, literature and culture, such as Riddu Riđđu and Márkomeannu.
Photo credit: Kristin Folsland Olsen / Visitnorway.com
Popular festivals in the wild
- Trænafestivalen on Træna island in July
- Vinjerock at Eidsbugarden in Jotunheimen in July
- Trevarefestivalen in Henningsvær in July
- Riddu Riđđu in Manndalen in July
- Bergtattfestivalen in Luster in July
- Márkomeannu in Tjeldsund in July
Enjoy international film festivals
Are you a cinephile? Norway is home to several international film festivals The international film festival in Tromsø in January has a unique Arctic atmosphere, while the Film fra Sør (Films from the South) festival in Oslo screens new and exciting titles from Asia, Africa and South America. Bergen is home to the popular international film festival BIFF, usually held in October.
And last, but not least, there are also a variety of theatre and literature festivals.
Photo credit: Vegard Stien / Visit Tromsø
Popular film festivals
- Tromsø International Film Festival in Tromsø in January
- Bergen International Film Festival in Bergen in October
- Film fra Sør in Oslo in November
- Dokfilm in Volda in Mai
- Oslo Pix in Oslo in August
Find your next art festival
Enjoy theatre, literature and film.
Bergen
13.10.2026 - 21.10.2026
