Gladmat Festival 2025 – Norway’s Culinary Capital Celebrates Food and Culture

Gladmat Food Festival 2025
25–28 June 2025 · Stavanger

The Biggest Food Festival in Scandinavia Returns to Stavanger

Get ready for four flavorful days as the Gladmat Festival takes over the city of Stavanger from 25 to 28 June 2025. Regarded as Scandinavia’s largest culinary festival, Gladmat transforms the harbour area into a vibrant celebration of food, taste, and community. With over 250,000 visitors annually, the festival is a must-visit for anyone passionate about gastronomy, sustainability, and Norwegian hospitality.

What to Expect in 2025?

This year’s edition promises an even richer program with hundreds of exhibitors, live cooking shows, tastings, family areas, and exclusive masterclasses with renowned chefs. The Gladmatplassen (main square) will host daily demonstrations, chef battles, and product launches, while smaller zones throughout the city focus on local ingredients, seafood, vegan cuisine, and food-tech innovation.

For All Tastes and All Ages

Gladmat is more than a festival – it’s a sensory journey. Whether you’re a gourmet foodie, a curious tourist, or a family with children, the event offers something for everyone. The BarneGladmat program is designed specifically for kids, with hands-on food workshops, games, and creative cooking activities. Meanwhile, adults can enjoy craft beer tastings, wine seminars, or relax with live music along the docks.

Sustainability and Local Producers

Gladmat has become a key platform for promoting sustainable practices and regional producers. Many of the participating restaurants and vendors prioritize organic, locally sourced ingredients. The festival collaborates with food policy experts and environmental organizations to ensure the event aligns with Norway’s green transition goals. From compostable packaging to zero-waste kitchens, every bite counts toward a better planet.

Where to Eat, Drink & Explore

Sample dishes from top-tier Norwegian chefs, street food entrepreneurs, and global cuisines across pop-up kitchens and food trucks. Expect regional delicacies like cured meats, fjord trout, cloudberries, waffles, and reimagined classics. The vibrant harbour setting also makes it easy to hop on a fjord cruise, join a brewery tour, or simply unwind with a glass of cider under the summer sun.

Practical Info & Tickets

Entrance to the general festival area is free, but tickets are required for certain tastings, cooking classes, and reserved seating. Details about the full program, venues, and booking can be found on the official Gladmat website. It is recommended to book hotel stays early, as Stavanger fills up quickly during festival days.

Follow and Join the Feast

Keep up with the latest program announcements and behind-the-scenes content by following Gladmat on Instagram and Facebook. For media inquiries or partnership opportunities, email: post@gladmat.no.