Last updated: December 01, 2024
Plan your Christmas holiday in Stavanger with our comprehensive event guide. We have gathered the best activities for both locals and visitors, making it easy to find what suits you best.
In the city center, you'll find the traditional Christmas market at Torget, surrounded by historic buildings and atmospheric Christmas lights. From the Cathedral to Old Stavanger, there are numerous festive activities, from craft sales to food stalls with local specialties. Along the harbor and in the Eastern district, concerts and exhibitions are held, while Vågen offers maritime Christmas traditions.
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Stavanger Holiday Markets and Shopping
Winter fair in Sandnes
Vinterland in Sandnes offers a wide range of activities for both young and old. You can enjoy cozy fire pits, fast-paced activities, and much more.
Christmas City of Egersund
Julebyen Egersund is an annual Christmas market in Egersund offering a cozy atmosphere with smells, tastes, and sounds that set you in the holiday spirit. You can experience a free intimate concert in Julegloben with well-known artists like Elle Melle, Eirik Zakariassen, and Trond Granlund.
Gladmat Food Festival
Gladmatfestivalen is a food festival that fills Stavanger with local products and street food from the entire region. The festival offers a varied program with activities for all age groups.
Christmas market in the city park in Stavanger
The Christmas market in the city park features a variety of local crafts, artisanal foods, and seasonal delights. Visitors can wander through twinkling lights and charming stalls, immersing themselves in the holiday spirit. With live entertainment and delicious treats available, this market creates a warm community atmosphere perfect for sharing joy during the festive season.
Stavanger Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Maijazz Music Festival
MaiJazz is one of Norway's leading jazz festivals, having been a part of Stavanger's cultural landscape since 1989. The festival presents international jazz stars and the best national and local jazz artists every year.
Stavanger Other Holiday Activities
Edle Dråper Flavour Experience
Edle Dråper is a festival where you can taste a wide variety of alcoholic beverages, including beer, wine, whiskey, cognac, aquavit, sparkling drinks, rum, gin, and much more.
FOMO Christmas Party – Around The World
FOMO Christmas Around The World is a unique journey starting in Paris and ending in the Caribbean. The trip includes a Parisian winter scene, a culinary odyssey in Asia, and a Caribbean extravaganza with live entertainment and a beach bar open late.
Troll Hunter Test
Trolljegerprøven is a terrain obstacle race that challenges you both physically and mentally. You must push your own limits and expand your comfort zone to become a stronger and better person.
Jærdagen & Jærnåttå Folk Festival
Jærdagen is a family festival with many fun activities, including entertainment in Jærdagsteltet, Jærdagsløpet, and Jæren Sparebank-konserten.
Nordsjørittet Bike Race
Nordsjørittet is a popular cycling event offering various routes for both elite cyclists and youth. The event takes place in a beautiful natural environment with inspiring views.
Stavanger Wine Festival
Stavanger Vinfest is a fantastic festival where Stavanger's best restaurants collaborate to create a unique dining and wine experience. During the festival, you can taste amazing wines and delicious food from all participating restaurants.