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Festivals in Bergen

People from Bergen grasp any excuse for a festival. Nothing is too trivial!

Every year there are around 60 different festivals and major concerts in Bergen.

Bergen International Festival is Northern Europe’s largest music and theater festival and is held every year in late May / early June and presents around 200 events in the fields of music, ballet, opera, theatre, dance and performing arts.

For many locals and visitors the highlight of the year is Bergenfest!

Bergenfest is Western Norway's largest music festival that takes place in beautiful surroundings at Bergenhus Fortress in the city center. During a 4-5 day period in mid-June each year Bergenfest offers the very best of international and Norwegian artists in a delightful mixture of genres.

In the end of May / beginning of June northern Europe's longest jazz festival is held in Bergen. Nattjazz (Night jazz) presents music for those who want to enjoy themselves with familiar material as well as those who want to expand their musical horizon.

In Bergen you will find festivals of all music genres starting with the metal festival Blastfest each year in February. In March you can enjoy the contemporary music festival Borealis.

Bergen International Festival is held in May/June followed by Nattjazz and Bergenfest. During the summer you can also enjoy Grieg in Bergen – a series of concerts over 10 weeks. Eggstockfestivalen for new bands are held every year in June and the festival Ekko for Contemporary Art & Music in October. And last but not least the Baroque music festival Holdbergdagene in November / December.

In addition to music festivals Bergen offers a range of other festivals like Bergen Matfest – a festival with local food and Bergen Beer Festival, both held every year in September or Bergen International Whisky and Beer Festival in February.

Take a look at the complete list below of all the festivals and find your favorites!

Tags: Festivals in Bergen, Bergen Festivals

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Grieghallen / Korskirken

10th May 2018-13th May 2018

European Orchestra Festival

European Orchestra Festival will fill Bergen with music! 25 orchestras from all over Europe gathers in Bergen i May. More than 1000 musicians will...

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Bergen sentrum

23rd May 2018-6th June 2018

Bergen International Festival

Two intense weeks with over 200 events in the fields of music, ballet, opera, theatre, dance and the performing arts.

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USF Verftet

25th May 2018-2nd June 2018

Night Jazz 2018

It's the time for the NATTJAZZ feeling! Walk through the city in the early hours of the morning, soak in the summer air with music in your head and...

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Ulriken

26th May 2018

Ulriken Opp - uphill mountain race

"UlrikenOpp" is an uphill mountain race competition. Everyone can join this competition - The long distance (3.6km) starts from the city centre by...

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Number of results: 20

Nordic Media Festival

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Annual events

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2 May 2018Grieghallen

The Nordic Media Festival is the most prominent and largest media conference in the Nordic region: 1700+ delegates attend, representing the full spectrum of the industry.
The conference features over 100 globally renowned media professionals as...
European Orchestra Festival

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Major events

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10 May 2018-13 May 2018Grieghallen / Korskirken

European Orchestra Festival will fill Bergen with music! 25 orchestras from all over Europe gathers in Bergen i May. More than 1000 musicians will perform in Bergen during these four days.
Bergen International Festival

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Annual events

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23 May 2018-6 June 2018Bergen sentrum

Two intense weeks with over 200 events in the fields of music, ballet, opera, theatre, dance and the performing arts.
Night Jazz 2018

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Annual events

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25 May 2018-2 June 2018USF Verftet

It's the time for the NATTJAZZ feeling! Walk through the city in the early hours of the morning, soak in the summer air with music in your head and in your blood..
Eggstock 2018

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Annual events

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6 June 2018-8 June 2018Det Akademiske Kvarter

Eggstock festival is a yearly festival aimed at young unsigned musicians from Hordaland county. The festival stretches over three days during the first week of June.
About two dozen bands sign up for the festival to compete for prizes that could...
The Market Day 2018

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Annual events

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9 June 201811:00 - 16:00Fisketorget

The traditional Market Day in Bergen will be held for the 40th time.
This annual event is featuring old-style market traders and a varied program of entertainment including games and exhibitions. This is the celebration of our coastal culture,...
Bergenfest - live music festival

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Annual events

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12 June 2018-16 June 2018Bergenhus Festning

Bergenfest is a four-day open-air festival held in the city centre of Bergen. The festival takes place on the grounds of a medieval fortress and castle in the city’s historic centre.
Grieg in Bergen Festival

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Annual events

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18 June 2018-25 Aug 2018Various opening timesKorskirken

MusicaNord features every year a 10 weeks continuous summer festival, from June till almost end of August. 40 concerts with focus on Norwegian national composer Edvard Grieg and also other composers.. In addition, MusicaNord also produces closed...

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20 % rabatt.

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Square rigger festival

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Major events

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21 June 2018-23 June 2018Season

The tall ship, Statsraad Lehmkuhl of Bergen, is one of the biggest and most beautiful tall ships in the world. She is run by a foundation and next year the ship will be host for the two other Norwegian square riggers, Sørlandet and Christian Radich....
Fjordsteam

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Major events

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2 Aug 2018-5 Aug 2018Various opening timesSeason

When Fjordsteam returns to Bergen the city harbour will overflow with exciting crowds, shining antique ships and fjord boats, music and dancing, rolling and stationary historical treasures, and all the best that Norwegian fjord and coastal culture...
Osfest

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Concert

Dates

From:

10 Aug 2018-11 Aug 2018Os sentrum

Osfest is a music festival in Os, south of Bergen. The festival presents local, national and international artists in a wide variety of genres. This is a festival aimed towards children, youth and families. Artists 2018: Coming soon....
Bergen Matfestival - food festival

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Annual events

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31 Aug 2018-2 Sept 2018Various opening timesKoengen, Bergenhus Festning

Welcome to Norway's biggest Local Food Festival!
Meet the producers, buy high quality local products and get inspired by great food experiences! At Bergen Matfest the producers present and sell their own products – all produced from local raw...
Bergen Beer Festival

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Major events

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31 Aug 2018-1 Sept 2018Various opening timesBergenhus Fortress

Norways largest beer festival with 45 Norwegian breweries gathered at the Bergenhus Fortress!
The International Edvard Grieg Piano Competition

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Festival

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1 Sept 2018-9 Sept 2018Edvard Grieg Museum Troldhaugen

World-class piano music, 30 pianists from 15 countries, free entrance to preliminary rounds, a recital in Håkonshallen and the thrilling final – join us!
What is this piano competition all about? The International Edvard Grieg Piano Competition...
Raptus - Bergen Comics Festival

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Annual events

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14 Sept 2018-16 Sept 2018Bergen sentrum

Annual comic book festival, with stalls selling comic books, visits from world famous cartoonists and writers as well as lectures and other entertainment. The 2018 festival is the 23rd festival.
BIFF - Bergen International Film Festival

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Annual events

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25 Sept 2018-3 Oct 2018Bergen sentrum

Movies from all over the world ensure moments of cinematic magic at Bergen International Film Festival.
Oktoberdans - dance festival

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Annual events

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18 Oct 2018-27 Oct 2018Bergen sentrum

Norway's only international dance festival is organised every second year by BIT Teatergarasjen and presents exciting and creative performances from Norway and abroad.
Bergen Kirkeautunnale 2017 - PEACE

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Annual events

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24 Oct 2018-28 Oct 2018Bergen Domkirke

Bergen Kirkeautunnale is a festival for church art and music.
The Tall Ships Races

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Major events

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21 July 2019-24 July 2019Various opening timesSeason

From July 21st to the 24th Bergen will, for the fifth time, be one of the host cities of the Tall Ships Races. Once again the city will be filled with the most beautiful sailing ships participating in the annual, international sailing practice event...
Meteor - Performing Arts Festival

Type:

Dance

Dates

From:

17 Oct 2019-26 Oct 2019Bergen sentrum

Fresh and artistically daring international theatre festival. 10 days with theatre, dance, music, visual imagery, poetry and 3D performances.

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