Upcoming and Future Events
Norway’s Constitution Day in Oslo (17 May)
Norway’s Constitution Day — known as Syttende mai — is the country’s most important national celebration, commemorating the signing of the Norwegian Constitution in 1814. In Oslo, the capital city becomes the heart of the festivities, filled with flags, marching bands, traditional costumes, and joyful crowds throughout the day. Unlike many national celebrations around the…
Read more17 May 2026 10:00 — 17 Mar 2026 23:00
Norway Chess 2026 — Oslo
Norway Chess is one of the world’s strongest and most prestigious classical chess tournaments. In 2026, the tournament moves from Stavanger to Oslo, where it will take place at Deichman Bjørvika Public Library. The event gathers elite grandmasters and top international players, including both the open tournament and Norway Chess Women. The competition follows a…
Read more25 May 2026 00:00 — 05 Jun 2026 00:00
National Music Day (Musikkfest Oslo)
National Music Day in Oslo — known locally as Musikkfest — is a free city-wide music festival where Oslo transforms into an open-air concert arena for one day. Musicians perform across parks, squares, streets, and outdoor stages throughout the city centre. The event celebrates live music in all forms, from emerging local artists and DJs…
Read more06 Jun 2026, 00:00 — 00:00
Piknik i Parken music festival
Piknik i Parken is an annual music festival with great music and a laid-back, intimate atmosphere. The festival takes place in Sofienberg Park at Grünerløkka, and both international and Norwegian artists perform on a total of three different stages. Where & When Venue: Sofienberg Park, Sofienberggata 14, Oslo, NorwayDate(s): 10 June – 13 June 2026Time:…
Read more11 Jun 2026 00:00 — 14 Jun 2026 00:00
OverOslo Music Festival – Summer Concerts Above Oslo
OverOslo is an annual summer music festival held at Scene Grefsenkollen – an outdoor concert venue located 377 metres above Oslo with panoramic views of the city and fjord. The festival features multiple stages set in a forested amphitheatre, delivering four nights of live music, great food and drink, and a relaxed festival atmosphere without…
Read more17 Jun 2026 00:00 — 21 Jun 2026 00:00
OverOslo Music Festival 2026
OverOslo is one of Eastern Norway’s most popular summer music festivals, held high above the city at Grefsenkollen. Over four evenings of concerts, visitors can experience live music surrounded by forest scenery and panoramic views of Oslo and the fjord. Known for its relaxed atmosphere, beautiful natural setting, and diverse lineup of Norwegian and international…
Read more17 Jun 2026 16:00 — 20 Mar 2026 23:00
The Tall Ships Races to Stavanger 2026
The Tall Ships Races is an annual international sailing event featuring a fleet of large sailing ships — from traditional barques and brigantines to modern sail training vessels. In 2026, the race calls at Stavanger, where the harbour becomes a festival space filled with visiting crews and spectators from around the world. The event is…
Read more22 Jun 2026 00:00 — 25 Jun 2026 00:00
Tons of Rock 2026 – Rock & Metal Festival in Oslo
Tons of Rock is Norway’s largest outdoor rock and heavy metal festival, gathering music lovers from around the world for four days of powerful live performances and an unforgettable festival atmosphere at Ekebergsletta in Oslo. First held in 2014, the festival has grown into a major cultural highlight with international headliners and a wide range…
Read more24 Jun 2026 00:00 — 27 Jun 2026 00:00
Bergen Ølfestival 2026
Bergen Ølfestival is a craft-beer festival where breweries from across Norway present new releases, seasonal beers, and established favourites. The festival brings together both small independent breweries and larger producers for tastings and presentations. The event takes place at Hallen USF at USF Verftet, a former industrial hall now used as a cultural venue on…
Read more21 Aug 2026 14:00 — 22 Aug 2026 21:00
Bergen Matfestival (Bergen Food Festival)
Bergen Matfestival is the largest regional food festival in Western Norway, celebrating local ingredients, producers, and culinary traditions. The festival brings together farmers, chefs, cider producers, and food artisans in the centre of Bergen for several days of tastings, courses, and public events. The main festival area is located at Festplassen in the city centre,…
Read more03 Sep 2026 00:00 — 05 Sep 2026 00:00
BIFF 2026 — Bergen International Film Festival
Bergen International Film Festival (BIFF) is Norway’s largest film festival and one of the most important documentary film festivals in the Nordic region. Each year, the festival presents a broad programme of international films, premieres, debates, and industry events across several venues in Bergen. The programme typically includes documentary films, fiction features, short films, and…
Read more14 Oct 2026 00:00 — 22 Oct 2026 00:00
Oslo Ess — Live in Concert 2026
Oslo Ess, one of Norway’s most energetic rock bands, brings its raw and honest sound to the stage for a powerful live performance in Oslo. Known for lyrics rooted in everyday life and high-energy concerts, the band has built a loyal following across the country since their debut in the early 2010s. With songs that…
Read more20 Dec 2026, 19:00 — 21:00