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The cultural autumn in Stavanger and region
- Autumn
Last updated 2025-09-03
Autumn culture guide in Edge of Norway: museums, festivals, concerts and art exhibitions you must experience in the region this season.
Autumn cultural venues
The Stavanger region has several small and large cultural venues. Stavanger offers a wide selection, including Rogaland Theatre, Stavanger Concert Hall, which also houses the Stavanger Symphony Orchestra, Sølvberget Library and Cultural Centre, and Tou Scene, to name a few.
Stavanger
Cultural venues
Theatre and dramatic arts
Rogaland Theatre
Stavanger
Rogaland Theatre offers powerful stories, modern stage art and classic plays in the heart of Stavanger.
Theatre and dramatic arts
Stavanger Concert Hall
Stavanger
Stavanger Concert Hall offers world-class performances by the fjord – a striking landmark of culture in Norway.
Music
Stavanger Symphony Orchestra
Stavanger
The Stavanger Symphony Orchestra (SSO) has become one of the most successful orchestras in Scandinavia.
Stavanger
Cultural venues
Art and museums
Sølvberget Library and Cultural Centre
Stavanger
Sølvberget Library and Cultural Centre is located at Arneageren, right in the heart of Stavanger city centre. Sølvberget is Rogaland's most visited cultural institution, with more than 1.6 million visitors each year; a natural place to stop for both adults and children when visiting Stavanger city centre.
Theatre and dramatic arts
Tou in Stavanger East
Stavanger
Tou is one of Norway's largest independent cultural institutions, established in 2001. It is located in the old brewery premises of Tou Bryggerier in Stavanger East.
Architecture and heritage
Stavanger Cathedral
Stavanger
Stavanger Cathedral is the only cathedral from the Middle Age that has kept its original architecture, and the only Norwegian cathedral in continuous use since the 1300s. Norway's best-kept cathedral is located only a stone's throw from the Stavanger harbour.
Randaberg, Sola and Sirevåg
Other cultural scenes
Theatre and dramatic arts
Varen Randaberg kulturscene
Randaberg
Varen Randaberg kulturscene is located right by the famous landmark Varen, a small hill in the centre of Randaberg, hence the name.
Theatre and dramatic arts
Sola kulturhus
Sola
Sola Kulturhus is a modern centre for culture and leisure, with a library, cultural school and leisure club. The centre has 250,000 visitors annually.
Theatre and dramatic arts
Ogna Scene
Ogna
Experience cultural magic at Ogna Scene, where art and talent meet in a unique atmosphere. Explore the charm of the stage and enjoy a world of creativity.
Autumn at
Ogna Scene – Grønefed Kulturtun, Sirevåg, Jæren
A cosy cultural venue in a retro space offering a varied mix of music, poetry, dance and entertainment. The programme for autumn 2025 includes concerts with artists such as Supersofa, Jammerdalen and Anne Fagermo. Previously, they have had visits from Trine Rein, Enok Amrani and Bare Egil Band.
Tou Scene, Stavanger East
One of Norway's largest independent cultural venues, established in 2001 in the old brewery premises of Tou Bryggerier. Tou Scene offers a varied programme of concerts, theatre and art exhibitions. Among the highlights of the autumn are concerts with Nothing Personal, an exciting Norwegian pop group, and a series of events linked to the Skeivå festival.
Varen – Randaberg Cultural Scene, Randaberg
Varen Cultural Centre is an active cultural venue offering a wide range of events, from concerts to lectures and children's performances. Autumn 2025 offers concerts with artists such as Tønes and Vitenshitshow, as well as children's performances such as Magisk Bobleshow.
In Sandnes, you will find Sandnes Kulturhus, which is known for its varied programme, ranging from concerts and theatre to comedy and children's shows. The programme includes both national and international artists, as well as local talent.
Theatre and dramatic arts
Sandnes Culture Centre
Sandnes
The Sandnes Cultural Centre has a varied program, with events for everyone - concerts, chamber music, ballet and dance, theatre, opera, musicals, puppet theatre, revues and special events for children.
Discover the history and art of the Stavanger region this autumn
Museum Stavanger (MUST) brings together art, local history and maritime treasures, with Stavanger Art Museum, Stavanger Maritime Museum, the Norwegian Children's Museum, IDDIS Norwegian Graphic Museum and the Norwegian Canning Museum.
For a deeper insight into the past, visit the Archaeological Museum, the Iron Age Farm (open on weekends in September) and the Norwegian Petroleum Museum, which displays everything from archaeological finds to Norway's oil adventure. Several museums offer information in English, and convenient combination tickets make it easy to explore several places in one day.
Stavanger
The museums
Art and museums
Stavanger kunstmuseum
Stavanger
Stavanger Art Museum offers a collection of distinguished Norwegian fine art ranging from the nineteenth century to contemporary art.
Art and museums
Museum of Archaeology in Stavanger
Stavanger
Learn about the treasures the Vikings brought back to Norway. Or come face to face with the 8,200-year-old skeleton from Vistehola? Visit the Archaeological Museum in Stavanger.
Art and museums
Norwegian Petroleum Museum
Stavanger
Norwegian Petroleum Museum: Uncover Norway's offshore industry evolution. Engaging exhibits highlight its pivotal role, in offering immersive experiences.
Jæren
Art and exhibitions
Art and museums
Hå gamle prestegard
The Jæren beaches
Experience modern art and culture in historic surroundings on the very edge of Norway.
Art and museums
Kvassheim lighthouse
The Jæren beaches
Would you like to experience a piece of Norwegian coastal history and enjoy the beautiful nature of Jæren? Then you should visit the Kvassheim lighthouse.
Art and museums
The gig from Ingermanland
Hå
The Jæren coast is a treacherous strip for ships. Several ships have run aground in bygone times. Some houses are built with material from wrecked ships.
Stavanger and region
Autumn's cultural highlights in the calendar:
15. Oct.Music
Stavangeroratoriet 2025 at Stavanger Concert Hall
Stavanger konserthus Zetlitz
19:00
Stavanger's story comes alive through 18 scenes of joy, sorrow and music in a unique oratorio by Renberg & Hauge. Premiere: 15 Oct 2025.
04. Sep.Art and museums
Exhibition Michael Rakowitz outside Stavanger Cathedral
Utenfor Stavanger domkirke
Ancient lamassu reborn outside Stavanger Cathedral highlights loss from war, colonialism, and Iraq's damaged cultural and agricultural heritage.
05. Sep.Music
Stavanger Symphony Orchestra: Film music by James Horner - from Titanic to Avatar
Stavanger konserthus Fartein Valen
19:00
Experience James Horner's greatest film scores live – Titanic, Braveheart, Avatar & more. A heartfelt tribute, 10 years after his passing.
04. Sep.Art and museums
Uncovering the Secrets of Stavanger Cathedral by the Museum of Archaeology
Arkeologisk Museum, Universitetet i Stavanger
Get a rare glimpse into the mysteries of the Cathedral at the heart of Stavanger. Visit the new exhibition to explore ancient graves, relics, and medieval art.
04. Sep.Art and museums
Exhibition Stranden Colonial at Stavanger Maritime Museum
Stavanger maritime museum
Stranden Colonial brings 1900s Stavanger to life with coffee, cakes, and local history in a recreated colonial shop open during summer museum hours.
04. Sep.Art and museums
Bibliofilia - An exhibition on bookbinding at IDDIS
IDDIS, Norsk grafisk museum og Norsk Hermetikkmuseum.
Discover the art of bookbinding in Bibliofilia. View rare bindings & try it yourself! Sponsored by SR-Bank Foundation.
04. Sep.Theatre and dramatic arts
Virrevandring - the children's anniversary exhibition
Norsk Oljemuseum
10:00
A colourful kids' exhibition telling Stavanger's magical 900-year story through drawings, fun facts and history for all ages.
03. Oct.Music
Selma French at Tou in Stavanger East
TOU
21:00
Selma French's poetic second album blends folk with modern paradoxes. Out now on Hype City Music. UK tour with Teenage Fanclub in August.
04. Sep.Art and museums
Exhibition Hertervig's mysteries A Walk Among the Old Pine Trees
Stavanger kunstmuseum
Children explore Hertervig's forest in a sensory, imaginative exhibition inspired by their questions and interpretations.
26. Sep.Music
Oktoberfest in Egersund
Teltet hos Berentsens Brygghus, Eigersund
18:00
Oktoberfest in Egersund Your ears will be filled with music from Egersund's Brass Band's Tyrolean Orchestra, golden moments from Egersund Men's Choir's repertoire, sing-alongs, music, and plenty of joy and good cheer – where you're both the performer and the audience!
01. Oct.Theatre and dramatic arts
Peer Gynt at Rogaland Teater
Rogaland Teater Teaterhallen
19:30
Ibsen's Peer Gynt, set in a cocktail bar, explores ego, lies, and demons we can't escape. Modern, bold, and hauntingly relevant. In Norwegian.
04. Oct.Music
440 HERTZ- WIGESTRAND - KJEKSTAD - MATHISEN at Ogna Scene
Ogna Scene
14:00
A tribute to Didier Lockwood! Experience world-class jazz with violinist Stig Wigestrand, guitarist Frode Kjekstad & bassist Per Mathisen.
27. Sep.Theatre and dramatic arts
Autumn fair in Randaberg
Torget i Randaberg
11:00
Join the Autumn Market in The Green Village – shops, flea market, animals, shows, and fun runs for all!
04. Oct.Theatre and dramatic arts
The Autumn Market in Egersund 2025
Egersund sentrum, Eigersund
10:00
On Saturday 4 October, Eigersund Farmers' and Smallholders' Association, Eigersund Sheep and Goat Association, and Egersund i Sentrum invite you to the Autumn Market – right in the heart of the town.
04. Oct.Music
Per Haarr with Band at Ogna Scene
Ogna Scene
20:00
Per Haarr brings his dynamic music to Ogna Scene! From soft to powerful, with strong improvisation. Don't miss this atmospheric evening!
08. Oct.Theatre and dramatic arts
Speak bird, speak again: Palestinian fairy tales
Randaberg kulturscene
17:30
Discover Palestine through folktales. Ivar Nygaard shares from Speak, Bird, Speak Again—a deeper look beyond headlines and war.
08. Oct.Theatre and dramatic arts
Wo(o)lf Women at Rogaland Teater
Rogaland Teater Intimscenen
19:00
Wo(o)lf Women is a raw, poetic dance piece about soul sisterhood, power, and vulnerability. A tribute to light and darkness through friendship.
09. Oct.Theatre and dramatic arts
The musical Grease at Stavanger Concert Hall
Stavanger konserthus Kuppelhallen
19:00
Look forward to the full version of the iconic musical 'GREASE' returning to Stavanger after nearly 10,000 people enjoyed the show at DnB Arena in February 2019.
15. Oct.Theatre and dramatic arts
RAS - Ingrid Berger Myhre: No Dreams, No Gold
Sandnes kulturhus Stor sal
19:00
10. Sep.Theatre and dramatic arts
Hvis byen lyser at Rogaland Teater
Rogaland Teater Hovedscenen
19:00
A poetic portrait of Stavanger. What makes a city shine? A journey through identity, belonging, and the soul of a city. The performance is in Norwegian.
16. Oct.Theatre and dramatic arts
Hege Bjerk - Våras liv LIVE at Time library
Time bibliotek
18:00
Intimate acoustic concert with Hege Bjerk: songs from Våras liv, readings from her debut book, blending humour and heart.
16. Oct.Music
Thursday at Tungenes: Thea & The Wild
Randaberg kulturscene
20:00
Thea & The Wild plays at the lighthouse this autumn! Expect strong vocals, new songs, and a tribute to Lillebjørn Nilsen.
17. Oct.
18. Oct.Music
Flo Rida at Forum Expo Stavanger
Forum Expo Stavanger
18:00
Flo Rida plays Stavanger 18 Oct! Expect hits, energy and dancing when the US star returns to Norway after 14 years.
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