Ólavsøku Festival 2016
3pm-12pm:
High-speed crafts operated by RIB62. Location: Undir Bakka
•••••••••••JULY 27th – Cultural Events •••••••••••
4pm-12pm:
This year’s fun fair is hosted by Tórshavnar Ítróttaráð. Here you can expect a great mixture of attractions such as jumping castles, teacup, carousel, trampoline, fishing ponds, toy guns, electric cars and -bulls, boats, darts, tombola and much, much more. Location: Skálatrøð (“the parking lot”)
4:30pm:
Music performance with Danny & The Veetos in SMS. Location: Húsagøta 2
5pm:
Karavella Marionett-Theatre will be performing ‘Dansa so væl og leingi’ in Tilhaldið. The marionette play explores themes such as life and art, but also friendship, longing and about following your dreams. Suitable for children and adults. Location: Tórsgøta 21
7pm:
A play has been put together to commemorate the passing of great playwright, William Shakespeare. The theatre piece is catered toward a Faroese audience and encapsulates the spirit of Ólavsøka. Location: Sjónleikarahúsið, Niels Finsensgøta 34
8am-8pm:
The Catholic Church, Mariukirkjan, is open to the public. Location: Mariugøta 4
9am-5pm:
Gallery Steinprent, art exhibition “Sjá tú blánar”. Location: Skálatrøð 14
10am-5pm:
The Nordic House, Norðurlandahúsið, has a summer exhibition NÚ/NOW with work by Marius Olsen, photo exhibition They & You. The café Smakka is open. Location: Norðari Ringvegur 14
10am-5:30pm: Herborg Torkilsdóttir will be having a workshop at Ostahúsið. She will be showing her design and selling clothes suitable for women and young children. Location: Magnus Heinasonar gøta 7B. 11am-5pm:
National Gallery is open as usual with displays of traditional and contemporary art. Location: Gundadalsvegur 9
12pm-10pm:
Art and painting expo. Location: N. Finsensgøta 31
8pm:
2pm-5pm:
At the aquarium, Føroya Sjósavn, you can explore and inspect what lies under the surrounding seas of the Faroe Islands. Location: Rættargøta 8 (in Argir)
The premiere of the annual Ólavsøkucabaret. Location: Sjónleikarahúsið, Niels Finsensgøta 34
8pm-12pm:
Tivoli consisting of fishing ponds, ball games, darts and other attractions. Áarvegur.
8pm-12pm:
7D cinema. Location: Right opposite Tórsgøta 5
8pm-10pm:
Go-cart and ATV rides on long circuits: Location: Vestara bryggja (not specified)
9pm:
A play has been put together to commemorate the passing of great playwright, William Shakespeare. The theatre piece is catered toward a Faroese audience and encapsulates the spirit of Ólavsøka. Location: Perlan, Tórsgøta 3
2pm-5pm:
2pm-5pm:
3pm-5:30pm:
4pm-8pm:
4pm-6pm: 4pm-7pm:
5pm-8pm:
The National Museum, Tjóðsavnið, exhibition about Faroese nature, history and culture. Special exhibition about Koltur. Location: Brekkutún 6 The Open Air Museum in Hoyvík, Hoyvíksgarður. Has 11 houses from early 20th century. Location: Kúrdalsvegur 18 Listagluggin will be showing works by Torbjørn Olsen, Ingálv av Reyni, Bárð Jákupsson, Zacharias Heinesen, Eyðun av Reyni and many more. Location: Dr. Jakobsensgøta 15 The annual Ólavsøku exhibition at Lions is on again with contributions from many artists. All the money goes to charity. Location: Múllers Pakkhús, Sigmundargøta 21 Art exhibition with Kára Svensson at Smiðjan í Lítluvík. Location: 15 Gríms Kambansgøta Faroe Pride is back for the 7th time in a row and to celebrate the occasion there will be music performances by Eivør, Frændur og a Norwegian LGBT-choir. The current U.S. ambassador in Denmark, Rufus Gifford, will be making an appearance at the event by delivering a speech. Location: The parade will begin at the national football stadium (Tórsvøllur) and end at the town centre (Vaglið). The aquarium society (Akvariufelagið) will be showcasing aquariums, –fish as well as selling homemade products. Location: Tinghúsvegur 18
••••••••••• JULY 27th – Entertainment ••••••••••• 2pm:
3pm:
Familiar characters from the Disney world will be offering free slush ice, popcorn and balloons in SMS. Location: Húsagøta 2 Karavella Marionett-Theatre will be performing ‘Dansa so væl og leingi’ in Tilhaldið. The marionette play explores themes such as life and art, but also friendship, longing and about following your dreams. Suitable for children and adults. Location: Tórsgøta 21
3pm:
Entertainment with BUBU the musical-clown in SMS. Location: Húsagøta 2
3pm-12pm:
Actionboat is on this year with their high-speed crafts. Location: Undir Bakka
•••JULY 27th - Opening hours for restaurants, cafes and bars••• 7am-2pm:
Hvonn Brasserie Restaurant is open. Location: Tórsgøta 4
9am-9pm:
The café & coffee house Kaffihúsið sells light meals, coffee and homemade cakes. Location: Bryggjubakki 14
11am-12pm:
Kafe Kaspar is open. Location: Áarvegur 4-10
11am-12pm:
Sirkus Føroyar will be serving alcohol and Indian food at the city centre. Location: Vaglið
11:30am-11pm: Angus Steakhouse is open. Location: Havnargøta 1 11.30am-2pm: Treat yourself for a summer menu at Restaurant Hafnia. Location: Áarvegur 4-10 11:30am-10pm: Restaurant Seven has an Asian themed Ólavsøkubuffét. Location: Yviri við Strond 21 11.30am-10pm: The sushi restaurant Etika serves a special Ólavsøku menu. Location: Áarvegur 3 11.30am-2pm: The restaurant Marco Polo serves a Chinese buffét and a la carte. Location: Sverrisgøta 12 12pm-12am:
Brell Café serve high quality coffee and beer. Location: Vaglið 1
4pm-10pm:
Hvonn Brasserie is open. Location: Tórsgøta 4
6pm-9:30pm:
Restaurant Hafnia serves food and wine à la carte. Location: Áarvegur 4-10
7pm-12pm:
The boy scouts association, KFUM, will be selling candyfloss, slush ice and many other things. Location: Skálatrøð (“the parking lot”)
8pm-12pm:
Bottoms Up will be serving beer at Posthúskjallaran. Location: Outside Tórsgøta 14
8pm-12pm:
China boxes will be up for grabs outside Cleopatra. Location: Niels Finsensgøta 11
8pm-12pm:
Stall selling barbecue food. Location: Vaglið 1
8pm-12pm:
Stall serving Faroese open sandwiches, soup from Húsum, stews, toasts, coffee and Sunkist. Location: Parking lot in front of Tórsgøta 14
8pm-12pm:
Sales of street food. Location: Parking lot next to Eik, Niels Finsensgøta 3
8pm-12pm:
Restaurant 11 will be serving steaks, burgers, spareribs, pork chops and soups. Location: Outside Eik bank, Niels Finsensgøta 3
8pm-12pm:
Ólavsøku-steaks, kebab and drinks. Location: Green field next to Eik bank, Niels Finsensgøta 3
8pm-12pm:
Stalls serving food and drinks. Next to Etika, Áarvegur 3
8pm-12pm:
Street food stall serving hot dogs, French fries and soft drinks. Location: In Skálatrøð near Glitnir.
2pm-8pm:
The annual Ólavsøku exhibition at Lions is on again with contributions from many artists. All the money goes to charity. Location: Múllers Pakkhús, Sigmundargøta 21
2pm-7pm:
At the aquarium, Føroya Sjósavn, you can explore and inspect what lies under the surrounding seas of the Faroes. Location: Rættargøta 8 (in Argir).
2pm-6pm:
Herborg Torkilsdóttir will be having a workshop at Ostahúsið. She will be showing her design and selling clothes suitable for women and young children. Location: Magnus Heinasonar gøta 7B.
2pm-6pm:
The Nordic House, Norðurlandahúsið, Summer Exhibition NÚ/NOW with work by Marius Olsen, photo exhibition They & You. The café Smakka is open. Location: Norðari Ringvegur 14
2pm-5pm:
The National Museum, Tjóðsavnið, exhibition about Faroese nature, history and culture. Special exhibition about Koltur. Location: Brekkutún 6
2pm-5pm:
The Open Air Museum in Hoyvík, Hoyvíksgarður. Has 11 houses from early 20th century. Location: Kúrdalsvegur 18
8pm-12pm:
Mobile ice-cream and coffee bar. Location: In between Gundadalur and Skálatrøð.
8pm-12pm:
Crêpe house open. Location: On the pedestrian street, Niels Finsensgøta.
2pm-8pm:
Art exhibition with Kára Svensson at Smiðjan í Lítluvík. Location: 15 Gríms Kambansgøta
8pm-12pm:
Hot dog stand open. Location: Grímur Kambansgøta
2pm-8pm:
8pm-12pm:
AB Hot dog stand open. Location: On the pedestrian street, Niels Finsensgøta.
The aquarium society, Akvariufelagið, will showcasing aquariums, –fish as well as selling homemade products. Location: Tinghúsvegur 18
3pm-5:30pm:
The national rowing competition finals, Ólavsøkukappróður 2016. The course stretches from Argir to the pier in the eastern harbour, Eystara Bryggja. A real highlight in Faroese sports.
3pm-8pm:
The premiere of the annual art exhibition, Ólavsøkuframsýningin, opens in the National Gallery, Listaskálin, with contributions from 15 artists. Location: Gundadalsvegur 9
3pm-8pm:
The friendship association Faroe Islands – Israel welcomes people to Sloans hús. Location: Tinghúsvegur 10
3pm-12pm:
Skjólið í Kongagøta
5pm-6pm:
Frelsunarherurin útimøti
5pm-10pm:
Listagluggin will be showing works by Torbjørn Olsen, Ingálv av Reyni, Bárð Jákupsson, Zacharias Heinesen, Eyðun av Reyni and many more. Location: Dr. Jakobsensgøta 15
•••••••••••••• JULY 27th – Sports ••••••••••••••• 6pm-8pm:
A retrospective football match between the teams HB-KÍ as they were in the 1990s. Location: Ovara vøllur, Gundadalur 6
6pm-8pm:
The annual running competition (Ólavsøkurenningin 2016) is on again. This year it starts at Skálatrøð. For all age groups.
6:30pm:
Football match between AB-NSÍ. Location: Reynsgøta 2A
••••••• JULY 27th – Opening hours for shops •••••••• 10am-9pm:
Jewellery shop, Glimmur, open. Location: Niels Finsensgøta 9
8pm-12pm:
Airbrush Tattoos. Location: Parking lot opposite Tórsgøta 5
8pm-11pm:
Balloon stall. Location: Vágsbotnur 14
8pm-12pm:
Candy stall. Location: Parking lot opposite Tórsgøta 5
2pm-8pm:
The schooner Westward Ho is open to the public. Location: Høgakai, nearby Müllers Pakkhús.
8pm-12pm:
Fun photo booth. Location: Parking lot opposite Tórsgøta 5
5:30pm:
Føroya fólkaháskúli
8pm:
Meinigheitshúsið – Christian meeting
9pm:
Ebenezer – Christian open-air meeting
10pm:
Ebenezer – Open for everyone
10pm:
Meinigheitshúsið – song of praise
11pm-12pm:
Frelsunarherurin open-air meeting
12pm:
Meinigheitshúsið – Open for everyone
Ólavsøkuaftan •••••••• JULY 28th – Cultural events ••••••••• 8am-8pm:
The Catholic Church, Mariukirkjan, is open to the public. Location: Mariugøta 4
9am-8pm:
Gallery Steinprent, art exhibition “Sjá tú blánar”. Location: Skálatrøð 14
11am-8pm:
National Gallery with art on sales and display. The annual art exhibition, Ólavsøkuframsýningin, begins at 15:00. Location: Gundadalsvegur 9
12pm-10pm:
Art and painting expo. Location: N. Finsensgøta 31
1pm-8pm:
The Faroese child agency, Barnabati, offers changing facilities for parents with children. Location: Tórsgøta 16.
2pm-3pm:
Opening ceremony – Parade with brass music, sports people and council members of Tórshavn.
••••••••••• JULY 28th – Entertainment •••••••••••• 12pm-4am:
7D cinema. Location: Right opposite Tórsgøta 5
12pm-6pm:
‘Homluland’ is a Faroese funfair for children where they can partake in activities such as plaiding, beading, climbing, skipping rope, play hopscotch, walk on stilts, blow soap bubbles and much, much more. Location(s): Eystara Bryggja, Tinganes, Molin, Vestara Bryggja, Ískaiin, Bursatangi.
1pm-4am:
Glitnir open long hours with karaoke from midnight until 4 am. Location: Grímur Kambansgøta 13
1pm-4am:
Irish pub open with kitchen service from 1pm to 10pm. Shannon will be performing from midnight until 4pm. Location: Grímur Kambansgøta 13
2pm-2am:
This year’s fun fair is hosted by Tórshavnar Ítróttaráð. Here you can expect a great mixture of attractions such as jumping castles, teacup, carousel, trampoline, fishing ponds, toy guns, electric cars and -bulls, boats, darts, tombola and much, much more. Location: Skálatrøð
2pm-4am:
Tivoli consisting of fishing ponds, ball games, darts and other attractions. Áarvegur.
2pm-10pm:
Go-cart and ATV rides on long circuits: Location: Vestara bryggja
2pm:
The popular adventure journey, Ævintýraferðin, will be held at Østrøm this year. Tickets for the show are available at Visit Tórshavn and sold 1 hour on site before the performance. Location: Skálatrøð 18
3pm:
Karavella Marionett-Theatre will be performing ‘Dansa so væl og leingi’ in Tilhaldið. The marionette play explores themes such as life and art, but also friendship, longing and about following your dreams. Suitable for children and adults. Location: Tórsgøta 21
3pm: 3pm-4am: 4pm-12pm:
4pm-10pm:
Performance with Angela and Hannibal in Tivoli. Location: Skálatrøð High-speed crafts operated by RIB62 (though not during the national rowing competition). Location: Undir Bakka KFUM will be having a mixture of attractions such wheel of furtune, fishing ponds, 21-game, but also selling opensandwiches, coffee and tea. Location: Hoydalsvegur 6 Ballads, singer-songwriters and 'spælimannatónleikur' will be at Reinsaríið. Location: Tórsgøta 3
4pm:
Music performance with Fimmbogi Lisberg on Tórspallur. Location: Vaglið 1.
4pm:
The popular adventure journey, Ævintýraferðin, will be held at Østrøm this year. Tickets for the show are available at Visit Tórshavn and sold 1 hour on site before the performance. Location: Skálatrøð 18
5pm:
Karavella Marionett-Theatre will be performing ‘Dansa so væl og leingi’ in Tilhaldið. The marionette play explores themes such as life and art, but also friendship, longing and about following your dreams. Suitable for children and adults. Location: Tórsgøta 21
6pm:
Ólavsøku-cabaret at Sjónleikarahúsið. Location Niels Finsensgøta 34
6pm-6:45pm:
The brass collective, GHM, will be performing on the new staircase in Vágsbotn. Location: Outside Bojsensgarð, Mylnugøta.
6pm:
The popular adventure journey, Ævintýraferðin, will be held at Østrøm this year. Tickets for the show are available at Visit Tórshavn and sold 1 hour on site before the performance. Location: Skálatrøð 18
6pm-4am:
Actionboat is on this year with their high-speed crafts. Location: Undir Bakka
encapsulates the spirit of Ólavsøka. Location: Perlan, Tórsgøta 3 7pm:
Blues performance with Uni Debes in Tivoli. Location: Skálatrøð
8pm:
Ólavsøku-cabaret at Sjónleikarahúsið. Location: Niels Finsensgøta 34
8pm:
Music performance with Heðin Samuelsen on Tórspallur. Location: Vaglið 1.
8pm-10pm:
Accordion music and dance. Location: Vágsbotnur
9pm:
A play has been put together to commemorate the passing of great playwright, William Shakespeare. The theatre piece is catered toward a Faroese audience and encapsulates the spirit of Ólavsøka. Location: Perlan, Tórsgøta 3
9pm:
Music performance with 'Signar og John' in Tivoli. Location: Skálatrøð
10pm-4am:
Faroese chain dance is again held at Sjónleikarahúsið. Location: Niels Finsensgøta 34
10pm:
Music performance with Vestmenn on Tórspallur. Location: Vaglið 1.
11pm-3:45am: Dance music with Seeb, DJ K1 and DJ End Banshees at Klubbagarðinum. Location: Tinghúsvegur 8 11:30pm-4am: Norrøna Dansband will be performing in Perlan. Location: Tórsgøta 3 12pm:
Music performance with Vágaverk on Tórspallur. Location: Vaglið 1.
12am-4am:
Karaoke night in Glitnir. Location: Grímur Kambansgøta 13
••••••••••••••• JULY 28th – Sports ••••••••••••••• 3pm-5:30pm:
The national rowing competition finals, Ólavsøkukappróður 2016. The course stretches from Argir to the pier in the eastern harbour (Eystara Bryggja). A real highlight in Faroese sports.
5:30pm:
After the rowing finals, there will be a swimming competition which starts at Molanum and finishes at Havnarskrivstova. Location: Eystara Bryggja 13.
6:00pm:
Football match between HB-ÍF. Location: Ovara vøllur, Gundadalur 6
6:30pm-10pm: Handball match between Kyndil-VÍF. Best teams play at 8pm. Location: Høllin á Hálsi, Hallarheygur 4.
•••JULY 28th - Opening hours for restaurants, cafes and bars ••• 7am-2pm:
Hvonn Brasserie Restaurant is open. Location: Tórsgøta 4
9am-4am:
The café & coffee house Kaffihúsið sells light meals, coffee and homemade cakes. Location: Bryggjubakki 14
11am-4am:
Kafe Kaspar is open. Location: Áarvegur 4-10
11am-4am:
Sirkus Føroyar will be serving alcohol and Indian food at the city centre. Location: Vaglið
11:30am-11pm: Angus Steakhouse is open. Location: Havnargøta 1 11:30am-2am: Hvonn Kafe is open. Location: Tórsgøta 4
6pm:
Music performance with Benjamin Rajani on Tórspallur. Location: Vaglið 1.
11.30am-12pm: The restaurant Marco Polo serves a Chinese buffét and a la carte. Location: Sverrisgøta 12
7pm:
Music performance with Elinborg Pálsdóttir on Tórspallur. Location: Vaglið 1.
12pm-4am:
7pm:
A play has been put together to commemorate the passing of great playwright, William Shakespeare. The theatre piece is catered toward a Faroese audience and
Food stall selling Faroese open sandwiches, soup from Húsum, stews, toasts, coffee and Sunkist. Location: Parking lot in front of Tórsgøta 14
12pm-4am:
Stalls serving food and drinks. Next to Etika, Áarvegur 3
12pm-4pm:
Mobile ice-cream and coffee bar. Location: In between Gundadalur and Skálatrøð.
12pm-4pm:
Hot dog stand open. Location: Next to Kallkyn, Grímur Kambansgøta 3
12pm-4pm:
AB Hot dog stand open. Location: On the pedestrian street, Niels Finsensgøta.
12pm-6pm:
‘Homluland’ is a Faroese funfair for children where you can get food and drinks too. Location(s): Eystara Bryggja, Tinganes, Molin, Vestara Bryggja, Ískaiin, Bursatangi.
••••••• JULY 28th – Opening hours for shops ••••••• 12pm-1am:
Candy stall. Location: Parking lot opposite Tórsgøta 5
2pm-1am:
Kiwanis raffle tickets. Chance to win among other things the Kiwanis boat. Location: Áarvegur
2pm-7pm:
Østrøm is open. Location: Skálatrøð 18
2pm-11pm:
Balloon sales. Location: Vágsbotnur 14
12pm-9:30pm: Restaurant Hafnia serve Ólavsøku-buffét on 6th floor with panoramic view. Location: Áarvegur 4-10
2pm-4am:
Fun photo booth. Location: Parking lot opposite Tórsgøta 5
12pm-2am:
Brell Café serves high quality coffee and beer. Location: Vaglið 1
2pm-4am:
Jewellery shop, Glimmur, open. Location: Niels Finsensgøta 9
12pm-4am:
Grilled lamb, nachos and drinks, Eta. Location: Vaglið
2pm-4am:
H71 Tombola. Location: Parking lot opposite Tórsgøta 5
12pm-4am:
Baked potatoes and drinks, Eta. Location: Torgið Vágsbotn
2pm-4am:
21-game and balloons. Location: Parking lot opposite Tórsgøta 5
12pm-4am:
Fish 'n' Chips food truck, Mexican Food truck and drinks, Eta. Location: Vágsbotnur
2pm-4am:
Candyfloss, slush ice. Location. Skálatrøð
12pm-4am:
Sushi and drinks, Eta. Location: Etika, Áarvegur 3
2pm-2am:
Umbrellas for Faroese clothes. Location: Vágsbotn
12pm-4am:
Food truck serving mexican dishes and vintage car selling Fish 'n' Chips. Eta. Location: Vágsbotnur
3pm-4am:
Airbrush Tattoo. Location: Parking lot opposite Tórsgøta 5
3pm-3am:
1pm-10pm:
Sushi restaurant open with Ólavsøku-menu. Location: Áarvegur 3
Point for recycling and collection of empty cans and bottles. Location: Skálatrøð
1pm-4am:
China boxes will be up for grabs outside Cleopatra. Location: Niels Finsensgøta 11
1pm-4am:
Stall selling barbecue food. Location: Next to town hall, Vaglið 1
8am-8pm:
The Catholic Church, Mariukirkjan, is open to the public. Location: Mariugøta 4
1pm-4am:
Street food stall serving hot dogs, French fries and soft drinks. Location: Skálatrøð near Glitnir.
9am-8pm:
Gallery Steinprent, art exhibition “Sjá tú blánar”. Location: Skálatrøð 14
2pm-4am:
Bottoms Up serve beer at Posthúskjallaran. Location: Outside Tórsgøta 14
10am:
Mass with priest Fraus de Haas at the Catholic Church, Mariukirkjan. Location: Mariugøta 4
2pm-4am:
Street food. Location: Parking lot next to Eik, Niels Finsensgøta 3
11am:
Ólavsøku-service with Derhard Jógvansson at the cathedral, Havnar Kirkja. Location: Kirkjuvegur 3.
2pm-4am:
Restaurant 11 will be serving steaks, burgers, spareribs, pork chops and soups. Location: Outside Eik bank, Niels Finsensgøta 3
11pm-8pm:
The annual art exhibition, Ólavsøkuframsýningin 2016, is open with contributions from 15 artists. Location: Gundadalsvegur 9
2pm-4am:
Ólavsøku-steaks, kebab and drinks. Location: Green field next to Eik bank, Niels Finsensgøta 3
12pm:
2pm-4am:
Faroese open sandwiches with wind-dried lamb or rolled mutton, and waffles, coffee and soft drinks. Location: Main pedestrian street
The Ólavsøku-parade with politicians, clergymen and priests walking in procession from the cathedral to the front of the parliament building followed by a performance with the Ólavsøku-choir. Location: Vaglið.
12pm-10pm:
Art and painting expo. Location: N. Finsensgøta 31
1pm:
The inauguration of the Faroese Parliament. Location: Tinghúsvegur 1
1pm-8pm:
The Faroese child agency, Barnabati, offers changing facilities for parents with children. Location: Tórsgøta 16.
2pm-8pm:
The aquarium society, Akvariufelagið, will be showcasing aquariums, –fish as well as selling homemade products. Location: Tinghúsvegur 18
2pm-8pm:
The annual Ólavsøku exhibition at Lions is on again with contributions from many artists. All the money goes to charity. Location: Múllers Pakkhús, Sigmundargøta 21
2pm-7pm:
At the aquarium, Føroya Sjósavn, you can explore and inspect what lies under the surrounding seas of the Faroes. Location: Rættargøta 8 (in Argir).
2pm-6pm:
The Nordic House, Norðurlandahúsið, Summer Exhibition NÚ/NOW with work by Marius Olsen, photo exhibition They & You. The café Smakka is open. Location: Norðari Ringvegur 14
2pm-5pm:
The National Museum, Tjóðsavnið, exhibition about Faroese nature, history and culture. Special exhibition about Koltur. Location: Brekkutún 6
2pm-4am:
Crêpe house open. Location: On the pedestrian street, Niels Finsensgøta.
2pm-4am:
Knørrur hot dog stand. Location: Niels Finsensgøta 30
2pm-4am:
HB hot dog stand: Location: On Tórsgøta
2pm-10pm:
Restaurant Seven has an Asian themed Ólavsøku-buffét. Location: Yviri við Strond 21
2pm-9pm:
Hotel Føroyar serves the traditional Ólavsøku-menu. Location: Oyggjarvegur 45
4pm-10pm:
Hvonn Brasserie is open. Location: Tórsgøta 4
11.30am-2pm: Treat yourself for a summer menu at Restaurant Hafnia. Location: Áarvegur 4-10 5pm-10pm:
Ólavsøku-menu at Áarstova. Location: Gongin 1
5pm-10pm:
Ólavsøku-menu at Barbara Fish House. Location: Gongin 4-6
5pm-10pm:
Ólavsøku-menu at Fútastova. Location: Gongin 5
5pm-10pm:
Restaurant Ræst is open. Location: Gongin 8
5pm-4am:
Kafe Kaspar is open. Location: Áarvegur 4-10
Ólavsøkudagur •••••••••••• JULY 29th – Cultural events •••••••••••
2pm-5pm:
The Open Air Museum in Hoyvík, Hoyvíksgarður. Has 11 houses from early 20th century. Location: Kúrdalsvegur 18
2pm-6pm:
2pm-8pm: 2pm-8pm:
2pm-2am:
Herborg Torkilsdóttir will be having a workshop at Ostahúsið. She will be showing her design and selling clothes suitable for women and young children. Location: Magnus Heinasonar gøta 7B.
This year’s funfair is hosted by Tórshavnar Ítróttaráð. Here you can expect a great mixture of attractions such as jumping castles, teacups, carousels, trampolines, fishing ponds, toy guns, electric cars and -bulls, boats, darts, tombola and much, much more. Location: Skálatrøð
3pm-4am:
Art exhibition with Kára Svensson at Smiðjan í Lítluvík. Location: 15 Gríms Kambansgøta
Action boat is on this year with their high-speed crafts. Location: Undir Bakka
3pm-4am:
The schooner Westward Ho is open for the public. Location: Høgakai, close to Müllers Pakkhús.
High-speed crafts operated by RIB62 (though not during the national rowing competition). Location: Undir Bakka
3pm:
Karavella Marionett-Theatre will be performing ‘Dansa so væl og leingi’ in Tilhaldið. The marionette play explores themes such as life and art, but also friendship, longing and about following your dreams. Suitable for children and adults. Location: Tórsgøta 21
3pm:
Performance with Torshavn Brassband, Havnar Hornorkestur, on Tórspallur. Location: Vaglið 1.
4pm:
Entertainment for children in Tivoli. Location: Skálatrøð
4pm-12pm:
KFUM will be having a mixture of attractions such as wheel of fortune, fishing ponds, 21-game, but also selling open-sandwiches, coffee and tea. Location: Hoydalsvegur 6
3pm-8pm:
The friendship association Faroe Islands – Israel welcomes people to Sloans hús. Location: Tinghúsvegur 10
3pm-12am:
Skjólið í Kongagøta
3pm-5pm:
An organized tour by Licentia Poetica where you can go on a poetic walk in Tórshavn. Location: Starts at Føroya Fólkaháskúla, Háskúlavegur 14 and ends at the Býarbókasavnið, Niels Finsensgøta 7
4pm-6pm:
The parliament house is open to the public. Location: Tinghúsvegur 1-3
4pm-6pm:
The city hall is open to the public. Location: Vaglið 1
4pm-10pm:
4pm-6pm:
The reception house, Móttøkuhúsið, is open and showing its vast photo collection. Location: Tróndargøta 42
Ballads, singer-songwriters and 'spælimannatónleikur' will be at Reinsaríið. Location: Tórsgøta 3
4pm:
The popular adventure journey, Ævintýraferðin, will be held at Østrøm this year. Tickets for the show are available at Visit Tórshavn and sold 1 hour on site before the performance. Location: Skálatrøð 18.
5pm:
Karavella Marionett-Theatre will be performing ‘Dansa so væl og leingi’ in Tilhaldið. The marionette play explores themes such as life and art, but also friendship, longing and about following your dreams. Suitable for children and adults. Location: Tórsgøta 21
4pm-6pm:
The town hall is open. Vaglið.
5pm-10pm:
Listagluggin will be showing works by Torbjørn Olsen, Ingálv av Reyni, Bárð Jákupsson, Zacharias Heinesen, Eyðun av Reyni and many more. Location: Dr. Jakobsensgøta 15
5pm-6pm:
Frelsunarherurin Christian open-air meeting
6pm:
City Church is open and serving coffee, food and live music. Location: Tróndargøta 36
4pm:
Music performance with Fimmbogi Lisberg on Tórspallur. Location: Vaglið 1.
7pm-8:30pm:
The young republicans, Unga Tjóðveldi, have their annual popular meeting at Doktaragrund. Location: Doktaragrund, on Reynagøta
6pm:
Ólavsøku-cabaret at Sjónleikarahúsið. Location Niels Finsensgøta 34
8pm:
Meinigheitshúsið – Christian meeting
6pm:
Music performance with Lea Kampmann on Tórspallur. Location: Vaglið 1.
9pm:
Ebenezer Christian open-air meeting
6pm:
10pm:
Ólavsøku-event held outside Miðlahúsið (Socialurin). Location: Tórsgøta 1
The popular adventure journey, Ævintýraferðin, will be held at Østrøm this year. Tickets for the show are available at Visit Tórshavn and sold 1 hour on site before the performance. Location: Skálatrøð 18
10pm:
Ebenezer Christian open-air meeting 7pm:
11pm-12am:
Frelsunarherurin Christian open-air meeting
12am-1am:
Midnight singing and Faroese chain dance. Location: Vaglið.
A play has been put together to commemorate the passing of great playwright, William Shakespeare. The theatre piece is catered toward a Faroese audience and encapsulates the spirit of Ólavsøka. Location: Perlan, Tórsgøta 3
7pm:
Music performance with Bluesette on Tórspallur. Location: Vaglið 1.
8pm:
Ólavsøku-cabaret at Sjónleikarahúsið. Location: Niels Finsensgøta 34
8pm-10pm:
Accordion music and dance. Location: Vágsbotnur
8pm:
Music performance with Holgar Jacobsen on Tórspallur. Location: Vaglið 1.
9pm:
A play has been put together to commemorate the passing of great playwright, William Shakespeare. The theatre piece is catered toward a Faroese audience and encapsulates the spirit of Ólavsøka. Location: Perlan, Tórsgøta 3
9pm:
Music performance with Eyðun Nolsøe in Skálatrøð. Location: Skálatrøð
10pm:
Music performance with Sakaris on Tórspallur. Location: Vaglið 1.
•••••••••••• 29. JULI – Entertainment ••••••••••••• 12pm-4am:
7D cinema. Location: Right opposite Tórsgøta 5
1pm-4am:
Glitnir open long hours with karaoke from midnight until 4 am. Location: Grímur Kambansgøta 13
1pm-4am:
Irish pub open with kitchen service from 1pm to 10pm. Shannon will be performing from midnight until 4pm. Location: Grímur Kambansgøta 13
2pm-4am:
Tivoli consisting of fishing ponds, ball games, darts and other attractions. Áarvegur.
2pm-10pm:
Go-cart and ATV rides on long circuits: Location: Vestara bryggja
2pm:
The popular adventure journey, Ævintýraferðin, will be held at Østrøm this year. Tickets for the show are available at Visit Tórshavn and sold 1 hour on site before the performance. Location: Skálatrøð 18
12am-4am:
Karaoke night in Glitnir. Location: Grímur Kambansgøta 13
12pm-4am:
1am-4am:
Faroese chain dance held at Sjónleikarahúsið. Location: Niels Finsensgøta 34
Fish 'n' Chips food truck, Mexican Food truck and drinks, Eta. Location: Vágsbotnur
12pm-4am:
Sushi and drinks, Eta. Location: Etika, Áarvegur 3
2pm-4am:
Bottoms Up serve beer at Posthúskjallaran. Location: Outside Tórsgøta 14
2pm-4am:
Street food. Location: Parking lot next to Eik, Niels Finsensgøta 3
1am-4am:
Dance music with DJ End Banshees at Klubbagarðurin. Location: Tinghúsvegur 8
••••••••••••••• JULY 29th – Sports •••••••••••••••• 2pm-5:00pm:
Føroya Ríðingarfelag will be hosting a horse race competition in FM3. Location: Marknagil next to Oyggjarvegur.
2pm-4am:
Restaurant 11 will be serving steaks, burgers, spareribs, pork chops and soups. Location: Outside Eik bank, Niels Finsensgøta 3
3pm-6pm:
Boccia competition. Location: Outside Valdemar Lützen, Skálatrøð 14
2pm-4am:
Ólavsøku-steaks, kebab and drinks. Location: Green field next to Eik bank, Niels Finsensgøta 3
4pm:
Football match between B36-Víkingur. Location: Ovara vøllur, Gundadalur 6
2pm-4am:
Faroese open sandwiches with wind-dried lamb or rolled mutton, and waffles, coffee and soft drinks. Location: Main pedestrian street
••• JULY 29th - Opening hours for restaurants, cafes and bars ••• 7am-2pm:
Hvonn Brasserie Restaurant is open. Location: Tórsgøta 4
2pm-4am:
Crêpe house open. Location: On the pedestrian street, Niels Finsensgøta.
9am-4am:
The café & coffee house Kaffihúsið sells light meals, coffee and homemade cakes. Location: Bryggjubakki 14
2pm-4am:
Knørrur hot dog stand. Location: Niels Finsensgøta 30
11am-4am:
Kafe Kaspar is open. Location: Áarvegur 4-10
2pm-4am:
HB hot dog stand: Location: On Tórsgøta
11am-4am:
Sirkus Føroyar will be serving alcohol and Indian food at the city centre. Location: Vaglið 1
4pm-10pm:
Hvonn Brasserie is open. Location: Tórsgøta 4
11:30am-11pm: Angus Steakhouse is open. Location: Havnargøta 1
11.30am-2pm: Treat yourself for a summer menu at Restaurant Hafnia. Location: Áarvegur 4-10
11:30am-2am: Hvonn Kafe is open. Location: Tórsgøta 4
5pm-10pm:
Ólavsøku-menu at Áarstova. Location: Gongin 1
11.30am-12pm: The restaurant Marco Polo serves a Chinese buffét and a la carte. Location: Sverrisgøta 12
5pm-10pm:
Ólavsøku-menu at Barbara Fish House. Location: Gongin 4-6
5pm-10pm:
Ólavsøku-menu at Fútastova. Location: Gongin 5
5pm-10pm:
Restaurant Ræst is open. Location: Gongin 8
5pm-4am:
Kafe Kaspar is open. Location: Áarvegur 4-10
12pm-2am:
Brell Café serve high quality coffee and beer. Location: Vaglið 1
12pm-4am:
Fish 'n' Chips food truck, Mexican Food truck and drinks, Eta. Location: Vágsbotnur
12pm-4am:
Food stall selling Faroese open sandwiches, soup from Húsum, stews, toasts, coffee and Sunkist. Location: Parking lot in front of Tórsgøta 14
••••••• JULY 29th – Opening hours for shops •••••••• 12pm-1am:
Candy stall. Location: Parking lot opposite Tórsgøta 5
2pm-11pm:
Balloon stall. Location: Vágsbotnur 14
12pm-4pm:
Mobile ice-cream and coffee bar. Location: In between Gundadalur and Skálatrøð.
4pm-12am:
Kiwanis raffle tickets. Chance to win among other things the Kiwanis boat. Location: Áarvegur
12pm-4pm:
Hot dog stand open. Location: Next to Kallkyn, Grímur Kambansgøta 3
2pm-11pm:
Balloon sales. Location: Vágsbotnur 14
12pm-4pm:
AB Hot dog stand open. Location: On the pedestrian street, Niels Finsensgøta.
2pm-4am:
Fun photo booth. Location: Parking lot opposite Tórsgøta 5
2pm-2am:
12pm-9:30pm: Restaurant Hafnia serve Ólavsøku-buffét on 6th floor with panoramic view. Location: Áarvegur 4-10
Jewellery shop, Glimmur, open. Location: Niels Finsensgøta 9
2pm-2am:
H71 Tombola. Location: Parking lot opposite Tórsgøta 5
1pm-4am:
China boxes will be up for grabs outside Cleopatra. Location: Niels Finsensgøta 11
2pm-4am:
21-game and balloons. Location: Parking lot opposite Tórsgøta 5
1pm-4am:
Stall selling barbecue food. Location: Next to town hall, Vaglið 1
2pm-4am:
Candyfloss, slush ice. Location. Skálatrøð
2pm-2am:
Umbrellas for Faroese clothes. Location: Vágsbotn
1pm-4am:
Street food stall serving hot dogs, French fries and soft drinks. Location: Skálatrøð near Glitnir.
3pm-4am:
Airbrush Tattoo. Location: Parking lot opposite Tórsgøta 5
1pm-9pm:
Hotel Føroyar serves the traditional Ólavsøku-menu. Location: Oyggjarvegur 45
3pm-3am:
Point for recycling and collection of empty cans and bottles. Location: Skálatrøð
2pm-10pm:
Restaurant Seven has an Asian themed Ólavsøku-buffét. Location: Yviri við Strond 21
4pm-12am:
KFUM will be having a mixture of attractions such wheel of fortune, fishing ponds, 21-game, but also selling opensandwiches, coffee and tea. Location: Hoydalsvegur 6
2pm-10pm:
Sushi restaurant, Etika, open with Ólavsøku-menu. Location: Áarvegur 3
12pm-4am:
Grilled lamb, nachos and drinks, Eta. Location: Vaglið
12pm-4am:
Baked potatoes and drinks, Eta. Location: Torgið Vágsbotn