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Culture and history
The cultural autumn in Stavanger and region
- Autumn
Last updated 2025-09-04
Autumn culture guide in Edge of Norway: museums, festivals, concerts and art exhibitions you must experience in the region this season.
Stavanger and region
Autumn's cultural highlights in the calendar:
19. 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.
19. Oct.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.
19. Oct.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.
19. Oct.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.
19. Oct.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.
21. 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.
21. 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.
21. Oct.Theatre and dramatic arts
Hvis byen lyser at Rogaland Teater
Rogaland Teater Hovedscenen
20:00
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.
19. Oct.
17. Sep.Festivals
Potetfestivalen (potato festival) at Bryne
Bryne torg
The potato festival at Bryne is back and everyone is looking forward to meeting in the centre of Bryne with great festival offers, a Little Grey Fergie parade, Jærbondens market and much more.
© Emile Ashley
What's on the agenda in Stavanger, Sandnes, Bryne or Egersund – today, tomorrow or this weekend?
The cultural venues this autumn
The Stavanger region features a range of small and large cultural venues. Stavanger offers a wide selection of venues, including the 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.
Autumn at
Ogna Scene – Grønefed Kulturtun, Sirevåg, Jæren
A cosy cultural venue in a retro setting offering a varied mix of music, poetry, dance and entertainment. The programme for autumn 2025 includes concerts with artists such as Johnny Red & The Prayerhouse People, Oliver Hohlbrugger and Significant Time.
Sola Kulturhus and Sola Ruinkyrkje
Autumn 2025 offers several highlights at Sola Kulturhus. Music lovers can enjoy a concert with Polish master pianist Greg Niemczuk and Ole Børud on tour with his new album, which promises high-quality, groovy pop and soul. At Sola Ruinkirke, you can enjoy a concert with Britt-Synnøve Johansen or a concert with Tom Roger Aadland – wonderful musical experiences in historic surroundings – perfect for those who want a little extra cultural depth on their trip.
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.
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.
Culture in Sandnes
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.
An overview of all the museums under Museum Stavanger can be found here.
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.
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