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in Østfold - the Oslo Fjord Region
in Østfold - the Oslo Fjord Region
events & festivals May last weekend
«The King Arrives» 1800th century festival www.tambour.no
events & festivals
The Glomma festival
June / July
www.glommafestivalen.no Right from its beginnings, the festival has focused on its maritime culture and the importance of the Glomma river. The Glomma is Norway’s longest river and runs right through the city and has historical significance for the city’s development. Nearly every event has a free entrance. The most spectacular event is The Glomma River Duel, a fun and popular race on the river with the most creative floating crafts you ever have seen! - everything made of cardboard. Glommafestivalen is an experience like no other!
The historical festival takes place each year during the last weekend of May. Military companies from Norway, Sweden and Denmark take out with our local military company “ King Fredrik IV military company of 1704”. The event marks King Fredrik IV of Denmark’s arrival to Fredrikstad in 1704. The military heritage companies build a camp and craftsmen and the soldier’s families join the scene. Stroll through a lively market with local and historical products for sale. There are also enjoyable activities for kids. Fortified Town, City of Fredrikstad
The city centre of Fredrikstad
Månefestivalen
July last weekend
Foto: Walter Schøffthaler
May/ June Every second year
Foto: Walter Schøffthaler
www.maanefestivalen.no
Opera at the fortress www.operaostfold.no
The Månefestival or Moon Festival offers you a different festival experience by combining music, art, theater and literature in the beautiful surroundings of the old fortress town of Fredrikstad. Discover your new favorite band on one of the seven stages that are scattered throughout the charming town. The Månefestival offers a broad selection of performances and activities. Whether you prefer an intimate concert in the beautiful old church or club dancing in the black box, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Headliners in 2014; Patti Smith, Beth Hart, Suzanne Vega
Opera Østfold’s bi-annual performances at Fredriksten Fortress have garnered domestic and international praise. The unique format and grandness makes every performance a “must see”. This is the largest open-air Opera in all of Norway. The next opera performance will be Tosca in 2015. Fredriksten Fortress, City of Halden
Fortified Town, Fredrikstad Foto: Halden Arbeiderblad
June first weekend
Foto: Walter Schøffthaler
Smaalensmarken Smaalensmarken is an old fashioned market held both indoors and outdoors at Borgarsyssel Museum. Market stalls, activities, local food, arts and crafts are all part of the festive event. The museum is built on the historical ground where King Olaf the Holy founded the city of Borg nearly 1000 years ago. Several buildings from the 18th and 19th century were collected from around the region and rebuilt on the museum’s ground. It is also possible to see the historical interiors of these preserved buildings.
Olavsdagene
July
www.matfold.no Olavsdagene or Olav Festival is named after Olaf the Holy who founded the city in 2016. It is a summer festival with events such as the Philosophy Café, St. Olaf Mass and guest artist performances. Find your favorite Viking bargain at the market filled with various crafts and meet craftsmen such as potters, blacksmiths, silversmiths, woodcarvers and shoemakers. The Vikings had their own toys and games, and the most famous is “ Knatleikr “. Maybe you can give it a try ? Sarpsborg
Borgarsyssel Museum, Sarpsborg Foto: Hege Hauge Tofte
Foto: Tobias Nordli
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events & festivals August second week
Christian Frederikdagene www.moss2014.no
events & festivals September second weekend
The history of the Norwegian Constitution and the events from 1814 are perhaps the most significant part of Norway’s history as a nation, and these days focus on the events that took place in Moss in August of 1814. The Moss Convention was signed on 14th August and secured peace between Norway, Sweden and Denmark. This wonderful piece of history is celebrated with a number of activities and entertainment. There will be concerts featuring both local and national bands and artists, historic speeches and lectures and different kind of sports. City Centre, Moss
Rudskogen Motorfestival www.rudskogen.no
Rudskogen Motor Festival is an annual event for the whole family with speed, sport and excitement in focus. The first festival was held in 2012, hosting World Champions in Formula 1 Red Bull Racing. In addition to a spectacular program on the racetrack, there are exhibitions and activities for all ages throughout the area. The well-known race car driver, Michael Schumacher is one of the contributers. Rakkestad Foto: Rudskogen
September every second year
Moose Festival This festival is a tribute to the moose. There will be many exciting exhibitors and lots of good food and drink! Everything from ATVs, hunting and fishing, crafts and other exciting things! Several food vendors serve local dishes such as elk burgers, sausages and other delicious food. The festival area has its own patisserie; “Moose” which offers a large selection of gorgeous homemade cakes and fresh brewed coffee at a reasonable price. Next festival; September 2014
Christmas Fair at Fredriksten Fortress in Halden
November
www.visithalden.com
Christmas Fair - Good old fashioned Christmas spirit with market stalls at the fortress. Lots of exciting products both indoors and outdoors. Here’s something for everyone! Fredriksten Fortress, Halden
Aremark
September first weekend
Matfold
www.matfold.no
Christmas Market in the Fortified Town of Fredrikstad
December
www.oldtownfredrikstad.com
Matfold is a food festival with the ambition to develop a lively marketplace which increases the interest in locally produced organic food. The festival is set in the Old Town and attracts children, parents, farmers, food producers and suppliers with a common interest for healthful, organic and local regional food. Matfold shows the best of what Østfold has to offer. The market is reminiscent of the old days when farmers came to the town square every morning with fresh produce, grown in areas around the city. Fortified Town, Fredrikstad
The Christmas market in the Fortified Town takes you back to the old days. There are wooden chalets selling a wide range of unique hand-crafted gifts as well as food and drink. You can enjoy concerts, theatrical guided tours and art exhibitions. The charming streets and markets square in the Old Town provides a unique setting for the Christmas market. Fortified Town, Fredrikstad Foto: Walter Schøffthaler
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in Østfold - the Oslo Fjord Region events & festivals Gallery F15
All year
www.punkto.no Galleri F 15 is one of Norway’s oldest art institutions with a rich tradition of conveying contemporary art. The gallery blazes new trails in the art world, without more traditional venues. They display a fair representation of two- and three-dimensional visual arts, as well as hand crafted articles. In addition, there are both collective and individual shows. The gallery café offers fresh and exciting dishes, and the famous Alby pastry is baked every day. The nature and the area around is another experience worth enjoying.
Moss
The Tall Ship Races Fredrikstad
2014 12-15.July
www.tallshipsfredrikstad.no Next summer the town of Fredrikstad, Norway, will host the Tall Ships Races, and welcome over 100 tall ships from some 30 countries. A fantastic gathering not just for sailing enthusiasts, but for anyone interested in history too, as the event will coincide with the 200th anniversary celebrations of Norway’s constitution. Fredrikstad, the second port of call for the 2014 edition, has a long maritime tradition it was once Norway’s largest schooner town, home to 180 vessels. Come and see these majestic ships as they moor once again right in Fredrikstad’s centre, just like they used to a hundred years ago, and take part in the huge street party Fredrikstad will throw for the occasion.
Foto: Morten Skauen Sørmo
Fredrikstad
Sarpsborg - 1000 years in 2016
2016
www.sarpsborg2016.no
In the year 1016, Olav den Hellige (Olaf the Holy) founded the town of Borg, known as Sarpsborg from around the year 1200. Borg functioned as the capital of Norway from the year 1016 until the year 1030, when Nidaros (today’s Trondheim) became the new capital. In 2016 the city will celebrate its historical heritage as a former Norwegian capital with pilgrimage, theatre, exhibitions, concerts and St. Olaf’s Day Mass. All events can be enjoyed in these beautiful, historic surroundings. Foto: Tobias Nordli
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