The Christmas spirit has arrived in Hardanger. Here you’ll find a complete overview of markets, concerts, light celebrations, and other joyful pre-Christmas experiences across our region.
Advent in Hardanger is something truly its own. As fresh snow settles along the mountainsides and the villages light their Christmas decorations, the whole region fills with gatherings large and small.
Here in Hardanger, you’ll find everything from intimate Christmas concerts in historic venues and local culture houses to markets where regional producers share the best flavors and traditions of the area—warm baked goods, apple juice, woodcraft, textiles, and small handmade gifts perfect for placing under the tree, and much more.
This is the season when the small encounters and close-up moments shine brightest. That’s why we’ve gathered this year’s Christmas events from across the region—so you can easily find everything happening in November and December.
A warm, intimate pre-Christmas concert in the Kulturnaustet – Julefred offers soft tones, gentle moments and a welcome pause before the holidays.
Odda transforms into a glowing Christmas town with lights, music, local flavours and family activities – four festive days in the heart of Hardanger.
A serene classical Christmas concert at Kabuso, with timeless melodies and warm harmonies performed by singer Oda Marita Netteland Norevik and pianist Maaria Pukkala.
A beloved Christmas tradition in Rosendal's stone church – warm brass music, classic carols and a peaceful pause in the busy December days.
