Upcoming Festivals in Bergen, Norway 2025

Bergen International Festival

📅 21.05-04.06

📌 Multiple different venues in Bergen.

💸 Prices vary — check the link below.

🎟️ Info & tickets

Dive into a world of art, music, and culture at the Bergen International Festival (Festspillene i Bergen) — the largest celebration of music and performing arts in Scandinavia. Celebrating its 73rd edition, this renowned festival brings an exciting mix of concerts, theatre, opera, dance, literature, and family-friendly events to venues across Bergen.

From free open-air performances in places like Torgallmenningen to ticketed world-class shows in stunning settings such as Håkonshallen and Grieghallen, the festival transforms the city into a stage. Whether you’re into classical masterpieces, contemporary works, or immersive experiences for all ages, there’s something to discover around every corner.

With a rich and varied program designed to inspire and entertain, be sure to explore the full lineup on the official website. With so many unforgettable moments in store, this is a cultural highlight you won’t want to miss.

Bergen Street Food Festival

📅 22-24.05

📌 Snekkerbrakken

💸 Free entrance, you pay for the food you order

🎟️ Info & tickets

The beloved Bergen Street Food Festival returns to Snekkerbrakken, nestled beside the historic Bergenhus Fortress! Prepare for a multi-day celebration of global flavors, delicious bites, and refreshing beverages. Come for the food, stay for the vibrant vibes — it’s going to be an unforgettable experience!

Nattjazz

📅 23.05-31.05

📌 USF Verftet

💸 Prices vary — check the link below.

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Nattjazz 2025 lights up the Bergen nights from May 23rd to 31st at USF Verftet, transforming the venue’s four distinctive stages into a haven for jazz enthusiasts. Known for its intimate atmosphere and late-night energy, this festival is a must for anyone who loves live music with soul and edge.

Born in the early 1970s as an after-hours extension to the Bergen International Festival, Nattjazz was created by Bergen Jazzforum to keep the music playing long after the main stages went quiet—and it’s been going strong ever since.

This year’s edition brings a dynamic lineup of both emerging voices and established icons in jazz, spanning genres and pushing boundaries. Whether you’re into traditional grooves, experimental sounds, or global jazz fusions, there’s something here to spark your ears.

Explore the full artist lineup and get ready to dive into one of Norway’s most atmospheric and exciting music festivals.

LilleBØ

📅 30-31.05

📌 Hallen USF

💸 Prices vary — check the link below.
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LilleBØ is Bergen Beer Festival’s smaller, early-season teaser — a perfect warm-up for the main event held in September. Taking place during Nattjazz at USF Verftet, LilleBØ puts the spotlight on lighter beer styles. Twelve top-tier breweries from both Norway and abroad are invited to showcase their finest summer brews. It’s become a tradition for LilleBØ to feature European breweries making their first-ever appearance in Norway — so stay tuned for announcements about this year’s exciting lineup!

Eggstockfestivalen

📅 04-06.06

📌 Det Akademiske Kvarter

💸 Prices vary — check the link below.
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Eggstockfestivalen is a music festival where 20 up-and-coming bands get the chance to perform and compete. Designed as a launchpad for young musical talent in the Vestland region, the festival offers lesser-known bands a valuable opportunity to showcase their music. One winner is chosen by the end of the event. Held at the student venue Kvarteret, it’s a fantastic festival for discovering fresh new acts eager to make their mark in the music scene.

Bergenfest

📅 11-14.06

📌 Bergenhus Festning

💸 Prices vary — check the link below.

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Bergenfest 2025 is a four-day music festival held at the historic Bergenhus Fortress, right in the heart of Bergen and close to the iconic Bryggen. The festival features open-air concerts in a beautiful and central outdoor setting. The festival began in 1993 and has been held annually ever since.

Bergenfest presents a diverse lineup of both Norwegian and international artists across a wide range of genres. This year’s program includes acts such as Alanis Morissette, Aurora, Confidence Man, Roxette, and 070 Shake.

During the festival, you’ll find various food stalls offering meals and drinks on-site. There’s also a chance to purchase official Bergenfest merchandise, as well as merch from individual artists performing at the event.

Bergenfest is open to all ages. However, attendees under 15 must be accompanied by a guardian who is at least 23 years old. If you’re 15 or older, you can attend on your own. Parents can bring children under the age of 3 until 6 PM each festival day. Kids under 3 do not need a ticket but must wear hearing protection.

Bergen Pride

📅 13-21.06

📌 Multiple different venues in Bergen.

💸 Prices vary — check the link below.

🎟️ Info & tickets

Bergen Pride is Norway’s second-largest Pride festival — a vibrant celebration of love, diversity, and inclusion. Held during the first week of June each year, the festival features over 90 events across seven days and brings together around 50,000 participants. Organized by FRI – The Norwegian Organization for Gender and Sexual Diversity in Vestland – the festival includes concerts, parties, and the iconic Pride Parade. It’s a joyful, powerful way to stand up for equality and celebrate that love truly is love.

Beyond The Gates

📅 30.07-02.08

📌 USF Verftet, Grieghallen & Kulturhuset i Bergen

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Beyond the Gates is a four-day metal festival held annually in Bergen, Norway. The event takes place across three iconic venues: Grieghallen, USF Verftet, and Kulturhuset i Bergen.

This year’s lineup includes legendary acts like Opeth, King Diamond, Triptykon (Official), Paradise Lost, and Gehenna.

In addition to the heavy-hitting concert lineup, the festival offers the “Beyond the Gates Experience” — a series of guided tours and excursions designed to showcase Norwegian nature, culture, and history both before and during the festival.

Due to Norwegian alcohol laws, the venues have an 18+ age limit. Those under 18 may attend only if accompanied by a sober guardian aged 18 or older.

Festival merchandise will be available at the venues, along with merch from the performing artists.

Expect an unforgettable atmosphere in one of Norway’s most scenic cities — a truly epic summer celebration of metal.

Høydenfestivalen

📅 August

📌 Nygårdsparken

🎟️ More information here

Høydenfestivalen is an annual music festival run entirely by students. It takes place in the scenic Nygårdsparken, offering both food and drinks — though the main focus is, of course, the music. Keep an eye on their Instagram for updates as more information is released. The festival is usually held in August, but details for this year haven’t been announced yet. It’s a charming and welcoming event, created by students, for students.

Dragefjellet minifestival

📅 02.08

📌 Dragefjellet

💸 Free

🎟️ No tickets, but more info here

In August, Dragefjellet in Bergen transforms into a charming mini-festival for both kids and adults. Originally known as Sydnesfjellet, this area is the northernmost part of the Sydneshaugen ridge in the Sydnes neighborhood — known for its cozy, cobblestone streets and unique character.

The festival offers a mix of activities, great food, and live music — all in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. It’s a one-of-a-kind experience with a truly special vibe.

2025 marks the ninth edition of the festival. Entry is free, and all activities are affordably priced. The festival is 100% volunteer-run, and any profits go directly toward making next year’s event possible.

Feelings

📅 22-23.08

📌 Bergenhus Festning

💸 Prices vary — check the link below.

🎟️ Info & tickets

Feelings Festival is a two-day music festival held at Bergenhus Fortress, right in the center of Bergen. As a relatively new event, it first launched in 2023 but quickly became a hit — and is now an annual late-summer celebration of music in Bergen.

The festival features everything from DJs and silent discos to great live performances from both Norwegian and international artists. This year’s lineup includes names like Kygo, Arif & Stig, Cezinando, Astrid S, and Ballinciaga.

You’ll also find food and bar areas within the festival grounds. Feelings Festival has an 18+ age limit, and there is no guardian arrangement for younger guests. The Premium Pass is restricted to those 20 and over due to spirits being served in those areas. Festival and artist merchandise will be available for purchase on-site.

Bergen Food Festival & Bergen Cider Festival

📅 05-06.09

📌 Multiple different venues in Bergen.

💸 Prices vary — check the link below.
🎟️ Info & tickets

This September, the vibrant Bergen Food Festival and Bergen Cider Festival return to the heart of Bergen! Join in for unforgettable experiences filled with delicious flavors and culinary joy for all ages. The festivals take place at Festplassen, in Byparken, and across various festival restaurants throughout the city. In the lead-up to the main event, there’s a full week of exciting pre-festival activities happening all around Bergen — so there’s something tasty and fun waiting just around the corner!

BØ: Bergen Beer Festival

📅 12-13.09

📌 Hallen USF

💸 Prices vary — check the link below.
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Kicking off in September, Bergen Beer Festival is a must for beer lovers! It’s the perfect chance to sample a wide variety of unique and delicious brews. Breweries from far and wide come together to showcase the very best they have to offer. Get ready for a fantastic weekend in September with great vibes and something tasty in your glass.

Tundra & Lightning

📅 03.10-04.10

📌 USF Verftet

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🎟️ Info & tickets

Tundra and Lightning is a brand-new rock festival launching for the very first time in autumn 2025. Set to take place in October, the entire event will be held at USF Verftet, one of Bergen’s most iconic live music venues.

The lineup features high-energy acts such as Of All Things, The Good The Bad and The Zugly, Orange Goblin, Phantom Fire, and Heavy Lungs.

The festival has an 18+ age limit, but there is a guardian arrangement available for those aged 12 and up, provided they’re accompanied by an adult.

BIFF: Bergen International Film Festival

📅 15-23.10

📌 Bergen Kino, Det Akademiske Kvarter & USF Verftet

💸 Prices vary — check the link below.

🎟️ Info & tickets

BIFF is a fantastic annual film festival held in Bergen, Norway. Since its launch in 2000, it has become the largest film festival in the country in terms of the number of films screened. Originally held at the end of October, the festival has taken place in late September since 2013. While BIFF places a strong emphasis on documentary films, it also showcases a wide range of feature films and short films.

PLAY!

📅 20-23.11

📌 Grieghallen

💸 Prices vary — check the link below.

🎟️ Info & tickets

PLAY! is the ultimate festival for gamers and anyone passionate about gaming and tech — right in the heart of Bergen! It’s Norway’s coolest gaming and technology festival, featuring top-tier Norwegian E-sports teams battling it out, a massive LAN party, live streams, podcasts, competitions, concerts, and arcade zones. There’s even a dedicated kids’ area packed with fun activities and games, plus a lounge where parents, grandparents, and guardians can relax. Get ready for an action-packed and fun-filled few days!

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