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What's on in the Stavanger region?

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Discover festivals and events in Stavanger, Sandnes, Randaberg and Sola. You can also uncover what's on in smaller towns and cities such as Hå, Kvitsøy, Gjesdal, Klepp, Bryne, Bjerkreim, Eigersund, Lund, Sokndal and Sirdal.

What's on in Stavanger: Highlights

Here are the biggest events in Stavanger.

chess players during Norway Chess

Norway Chess in Stavanger

The world's elite chess players come to Norway and Stavanger every year.

people on the food festival gladmat in Stavanger

Gladmat in Stavanger

The largest food festival in Norway brings you four days of culinary delight every year at the end of June.

Kammermusikkfestivalen

The chamber music festival in Stavanger

One of the world's finest chamber music festivals! Stavanger Chamber Music Festival is recognised as one of Europe's best. Artists meet to play together over a whole week.

Utopia in Stavanger

Music festival in Stavanger. A Utopia for everyone - no matter where you come from, who you are, what you believe in or who you love!

Tour of Norway

Tour of Norway with finish line in Stavanger

The Nordic region's largest professional cycling race, where unique Norwegian landscapes, including high mountains, stunning fjords and beautiful beaches are guaranteed!

Person på scene som leser fra bok.

Kapittel in Stavanger

Kapittel, Stavanger International Festival for Literature and Freedom of Expression, is one of Norway's largest literature festivals.

Stavanger Marathon

Stavanger Marathon

This summer's running event - the Stavanger Marathon! One day - several races. The Stavanger Marathon is organised by GTI Friidrettsklubb. Start and finish on the square outside Stavanger Cathedral.

3-sjøersløpet i Stavanger

3-sjøersløpet in Stavanger

3-Sjøersløpet is a race that aims to motivate more people to take on the challenge of completing a longer distance.

What's on in Sandnes: Highlights

Here are the biggest events in Sandnes.

Blinkfestivalen

Skifestivalen BLINK in Sandnes

Folkfest and the big summer event in Lysebotn, Gjesdal and Sandnes! The world's elite cross-country skiers and biathletes gather for exciting competitions. There are also activities and competitions for children and young people. In the evenings, enjoy concerts.

Mann som kjemper seg gjennom et gjørmete vann i forbindelse med en styrkeprøve.

Trolljegerprøven in Sandnes

Trolljegerprøven is Norway's toughest obstacle course with a focus on cooperation and mastery. Become a Trolljeger (troll hunter), or join in as a cheerleader! They organise one day for adults and one day for junior Trolljeger.

Person sykler sykkelrittet Nordsjørittet i fin natur i strålende sol.

Nordsjørittet from Egersund to Sandnes

Nordsjørittet - Norway's second largest cycle race! The summer's most beautiful bike adventure - a 91 km touring race from Egersund to Sandnes, through magnificent scenery; coastal landscapes, beaches, forests, agricultural areas, sea, moorland, cosy towns and cities.

Oversikt over Vinterland i Sandnes

Vinterland in Sandnes

Welcome to a fantastic winter atmosphere at the winter and Christmas fair, Vinterland in Sandnes. Experience true winter magic in the centre of town with a wide range of activities for both young and old.

What's on in Sola: Highlights

Here are the biggest events in Sola.

Sola Airshow

Sola Airshow

A big air show at Sola! An unforgettable weekend filled with excitement, sound and amazing moments in the air.

Dragefestival

Dragefesten at Hellestø

Join in on a fun family event in Sola. On Saturday you can build a kite at a kite workshop and on Sunday, you can fly your kite at the Hellestø beach together with other kite enthusiasts.

Solafestivalen

Solafestivalen

The Sola Festival, a festival for young people aged 13 to 20, is organised at Sola Cultural Centre with concerts, competitions and food sales.

Tananger havn

Tanangerdagene

Tanangerdagene is an annual event organised by Lions Tananger and other local organisations. The event takes place in Tananger harbour.

What's on in Egersund: Highlights

Here are the biggest events in Egersund.

Havnedager Egersund

Sommerbyen Egersund

The summer town of Egersund consists of several events such as Fishermen's Day, Children's Day, the second-hand and antique fair and much more.

Visefestival Egersund

Egersund Visefestival

Three unforgettable summer days in the heart of Egersund.

Masser av folk sitter langs langbord med øl på Oktoberfest i Egersund.

Oktoberfest in Egersund

A real Oktoberfest in Egersund with sing-alongs, entertainment, good food and specially brewed drinks!

Julebyen Egersund

Julebyen Egersund

The Christmas town of Egersund has been voted Norway's best Christmas town several times. Plan your trip to us so that you can enjoy this magical experience. A perfect warm-up for the festive season!

Veteranbil på veien

Tronåsen Grand Prix

Norway's most beautiful car race for vintage and sports cars. The race starts and finishes in Egersund, but goes over the spectacular Tronåsen track in Lund, which must be experienced and driven.

What's on in Bryne: Highlights

Many fun events are taking place in Bryne during the year. Some of the highlights are Jærnåttå and Jærdagen, Ranglerock and the Potato Festival.

What's happening in Sirdal, Kvitsøy, Sokndal, Bjerkreim, Lund, Gjesdal, Klepp and Hå

Over the year, major and minor activities and events are organised, including village fairs, food markets, farmers' markets, concerts, festivals and sports events. Find out what's happening!

Par danser foran street art i Stavanger
© Vinterfilm

Life may not be the party we hoped for... but while we’re here we may as well dance. - Jeanne C. Stein

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in the culture calendar.

The major cultural centres

in Stavanger, Sandnes, Randaberg and Sola

Theatre and dramatic arts

Stavanger Concert Hall

Stavanger

Stavanger Concert Hall is the main cultural arena for the Stavanger region. The concert hall opened in September 2012. The programme is exciting and varied. The concert hall has been the venue for the prestigeous Spellemann several times.  

Sandnes havn båter og kaianlegg

Theatre and dramatic arts

Sandnes Culture Centre

Sandnes

The Sandnes Cultural Centre has a varied program, with events for everyone - concerts, chamber music, ballet and dance, theatre, opera, musicals, puppet theatre, revues and special events for children.

Rogaland teater er et flott, klassisk bygg.

Theatre and dramatic arts

Rogaland Theatre

Stavanger

We all need cultural replenishment! Rogaland Teater is a renowned theatre in Norwegian context, and puts on spectacular plays that both engage and move the audience. It is also a beautiful building with an interesting history. It towers proudly over the city. Learn more about the building and the theatre here.

Art and museums

Sølvberget Library and Cultural Centre

Stavanger

Sølvberget Library and Cultural Centre is located at Arneageren, right in the heart of Stavanger city centre. Sølvberget is Rogaland's most visited cultural institution, with more than 1.6 million visitors each year; a natural place to stop for both adults and children when visiting Stavanger city centre.

Theatre and dramatic arts

Odeon Kino Stavanger

Stavanger

ODEON Stavanger / Sandnes AS operates cinema theatres in Stavanger and Sandnes with a total of 17 cinema theatres, 2,251 seats and more than 800,000 visitors annually.

Theatre and dramatic arts

ODEON Sandnes

Sandnes

ODEON Kino Sandnes is located in Amfi Vågen, centrally in Sandnes. The cinema is one of Norway's most modern and among the most visited. We show movies every day and have a wide and varied film offer.

Atmospheric in the evening with stage lights at the Ogna Scene. A concert venue.

Theatre and dramatic arts

Ogna Scene

Ogna

Experience cultural magic at Ogna Scene, where art and talent meet in a unique atmosphere. Explore the charm of the stage and enjoy a world of creativity.

Arty performance at Tou Scene

Theatre and dramatic arts

Tou in Stavanger East

Stavanger

Tou is one of Norway's largest independent cultural institutions, established in 2001. It is located in the old brewery premises of Tou Bryggerier in Stavanger East.

Varen Randaberg kulturscene

Theatre and dramatic arts

Varen Randaberg kulturscene

Randaberg

Varen Randaberg kulturscene is located right by the famous landmark Varen, a small hill in the centre of Randaberg, hence the name.

Sola kulturhus

Theatre and dramatic arts

Sola kulturhus

Sola

Sola Kulturhus is a modern centre for culture and leisure, with a library, cultural school and leisure club. The centre has 250,000 visitors annually.