Oslo International Literature Festival
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📍 National Library, Oslo World
Talks, readings, and workshops with authors from around the world at the National Library and Oslo World. Free entry with limited paid masterclasses.
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Concerts, festivals, cultural events & more — with specific dates, venues and ticket links
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📍 National Library, Oslo World
Talks, readings, and workshops with authors from around the world at the National Library and Oslo World. Free entry with limited paid masterclasses.
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📍 Frogner Park
A celebration of cycling culture with bike races, exhibitions, and workshops at Frogner Park. Free to attend.
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📍 Karl Johans Gate
A bustling market at Karl Johans Gate featuring local produce, crafts, and food. Admission is free.
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📍 Oslofjord, Akershus Fortress, Frogner Park
A winter spectacle of light installations across the city, including at Akershus Fortress and the Oslofjord. Tickets start at €18, with free walking tours offered every Saturday.
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📍 Oslo Spektrum, Lørenskog Church, Oslo Opera House
International and Norwegian jazz artists perform at venues like the Oslo Spektrum and Lørenskog Church. Early bird tickets available until December 2025.
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📍 Karl Johans Gate
A cozy winter market at Karl Johans Gate with food, crafts, and mulled wine. Admission is free, but food and crafts cost between €5 and €30.
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📍 Oslo Cinemateket, Norsk Teatret, Oslo World
Showcasing independent and international cinema at Oslo Cinemateket and Norsk Teatret. Student tickets available for €10.
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📍 Oslo City Center
A vibrant celebration of LGBTQ+ culture with a parade through the city center. Free to attend, with tickets for after-parties starting at €25.
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📍 Oslo Spektrum
A 10 km and 5 km race through the city, starting at Oslo Spektrum. Registration fees are €15 and €10.
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📍 Tjuvholmen Art Center, Oslo City Center
A week-long celebration of Nordic and international cuisine at Tjuvholmen Art Center. Admission is free, but pop-up dining experiences cost between €40 and €80.
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📍 Oslo World, Grønland Music Hall
Featuring local and international jazz artists at venues like the Oslo World and Grønland Music Hall. Tickets from €15.
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📍 Oslo Spektrum
A showcase of Norwegian and Nordic designers at the Oslo Spektrum. Free entry for the public, with ticketed runway shows from €25.
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📍 Oslo City Center
The city’s largest LGBTQ+ celebration, including the Pride Parade, parties, and cultural events. Free to attend, with festival passes starting at €40.
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📍 Oslo Opera House, National Theater
A week of performances, workshops, and storytelling for children at the Oslo Opera House and National Theater. Tickets from €10.
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📍 Oslo Spektrum, Lørenskog Church
Featuring indie, pop, and electronic music at venues like Oslo Spektrum and Lørenskog Church. Tickets from €15.
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📍 Munch Museum, Astrup Fearnley Museum
A showcase of contemporary art at venues like the Munch Museum and Astrup Fearnley Museum. Admission is free.
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📍 Frogner Park, Akershus Fortress
Outdoor performances in parks and historic sites across the city. Free entry with limited seating.
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📍 Karl Johans Gate
A seasonal market at Karl Johans Gate with food, crafts, and live music. Admission is free.
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📍 Oslofjord, Oslo Spektrum
Outdoor and indoor film screenings at venues like Oslofjord and Oslo Spektrum. Tickets from €10.
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📍 Oslo World
A celebration of craft and traditional beers at Oslo World with over 50 local and international breweries. Tickets from €20.
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