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    A Guide to Music Festivals in Vestfold

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    Your ultimate guide to music festivals in Vestfold this summer💃

    Plan Your Trip

    Ready to enjoy all that Vestfold has to offer this summer? Don’t miss out on some amazing musical and social experiences – plan your trip here👇

    Festivals in Vestfold

    • Midgardsblot Metal Festival 2026

      August 12–15 – Midgardsblot mixes metal, Viking vibes, and epic festival energy in the historic s…

    • Stavernfestivalen 2026

      July 2–4, 2026, Larvik Golf Arena is buzzing with music, summer vibes, and party — three days pac…

    • Slottsfjell 2025

      July 10 & 11 – enjoy music and festival fun right in the heart of Tønsberg, with everything y…

    • Fjord Classics 2026

      From July 1.- 4. 2026, it’s time for Fjord Classics in Sandefjord!

    What’s On in Vestfold

    We’ve gathered everything that’s happening all year in one place 👇

    En artist i fargerik blå og oransje drakt står med armene utstrakt på scenen foran en massiv publikumsmengde på Stavernfestivalen. Tusenvis av festivaldeltakere strekker seg så langt øyet kan se under en lys himmel. I bakgrunnen sees et pariserhjul og festivalområdet med telt og trær. Scenen er badet i sollys, og det sprutes vann eller røyk foran artisten, som skaper en dramatisk effekt
    © Maja Moan/Stavernfestivalen
    Maja Moan/Stavernfestivalen

    Plan your trip

    Getting here and around🌍

    • How to get here and around

      The rest of the world is just a flight away via Torp Sandefjord Airport, or via ferry connections…

    • Looking for accommodation in Vestfold?

      Find hotels, campsites, apartments, cabins, guest harbours and unique places to stay across Vestf…

    • Food & drink in Vestfold

      Fancy a bite to eat at one of the many eateries in Vestfold? Whether you’re looking for a d…

    Festival Vibes

    Festival week is all about good vibes – and you’ll find them far beyond the festival grounds too 🎪☀️

    Events all summer long ☀️

    • Foynhagen

      Located in the heart of Tønsberg Brygge, Foynhagen hosts more than 40 events every summer!

    • Kurbadhagen

      Kurbadhagen is Sandefjord's nicest garden!

    "Stort pariserhjul på festival med mange mennesker samlet foran en scene. Solnedgangshimmel med rosa skyer.
    © Maja Moan/Stavernfestivalen
    Stavernfestivalen

    Looking for a drink, a bite and a great view? Check out top rooftops, restaurants and cocktail bars near YOU 🗺️👇

    Larvik & Stavern

    • Ellings – Festiviteten

      Ellings is a café located in historic and pleasant premises in Larvik.

    • Bedehuset

      Bedehuset restaurant, café and nightclub are centrally located in historic Larvik, as the nearest…

    • The Rooftop Terrace at Farris Bad

      Enjoy the town's best view from the roof terrace!

    • Stavissimo

      Italian Trattoria & Catering by Sjøslag

    • Palmehaven

      Hotel Wassilioffs Bistro & Coctailbar.

    • Grand Bistro

      Quality Hotel Grand Larvik has its own restaurant, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

    Sandefjord

    • Huset Sandefjord

      Huset Sandefjord offers good food and lots of fun in a relaxed atmosphere.

    • James Clark Pub & Restaurant

      A classic English pub and restaurant at the harbour in Sandefjord. Named after James Clark who di…

    • Kurbadhagen

      Kurbadhagen is Sandefjord's nicest garden!

    • Pir 4

      You will find Pir 4 along the pier in Sandefjord.

    • Bakgården Café

      Relax in charming surroundings and enjoy delicious lunches, homemade cakes, and a variety of tea,…

    • Brygga 11, Geir Skeie

      Brygga 11 offers a informal atmosphere to taste the treasures of the ocean, to a good price.

    🎉Don’t miss this in Sandefjord:

    Touchdown at TORP Sandefjord Airport– the regions gateway by air. Alternatively, come by train, bus or ferry from Sweden. Whether you’re staying in town or heading to nearby festivals, Sandefjord is the perfect place to stay. For a seamless experience, check in to one of these central hotels – Scandic Park Sandefjord, Home Hotel Atlantic, or Hotel Kong Carl.

    Tønsberg

    • The Social Bar & Bistro

      The Social Bar & Bistro offer a breathtaking panorama of the sea and the boats sailing in and out…

    • Foyn Restaurant

      The restaurant at Tønsberg pier offers exciting flavors from around the world and has its own sha…

    • Big Ben Pub

      English Pub located in historic premises in Tønsberg town centre.

    • Foynhagen

      Located in the heart of Tønsberg Brygge, Foynhagen hosts more than 40 events every summer!

    Horten

    • Restaurant Njord

      Daily lunch buffets, whether you are attending a conference or just passing by, walking along the…

    • Baltzer Restaurant

      At Thon Hotel Horten you can enjoy a tasty dinner in a pleasant atmosphere at Baltzer Restaurant.

    • Hotell Karljohansvern og Horten Storstue

      The Historical Restaurant at Hotell Karljohansvern is surrounded by beautiful nature.

    Sun, Sea & Sand

    A festival day in Vestfold isn’t quite complete without a swim in the ocean and a laid-back beach break. 🏖️

    Take a look at our beach guide to find your nearest spot – and don’t forget to swing by a local café for a tasty lunch before you dive into a few hours of swimming, beach volleyball, sunbathing and pure summer vibes. ☀️

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