A Guide to Music Festivals in Vestfold
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
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Midgardsblot Metal Festival 2027
August 18–21 – Midgardsblot mixes metal, Viking vibes, and epic festival energy in the historic s…
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Stavernfestivalen 2027
July 8–10, 2027, Larvik Golf Arena is buzzing with music, summer vibes, and party — three days pa…
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Slottsfjell 2025
July 10 & 11 – enjoy music and festival fun right in the heart of Tønsberg, with everything y…
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Fjord Classics 2027
From June 30th – July 3rd 2027, 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 👇
Plan your trip
Getting here and around🌍
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How to get here and around
The rest of the world is just a flight away via Torp Sandefjord Airport, or via ferry connections…
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Looking for accommodation in Vestfold?
Find hotels, campsites, apartments, cabins, guest harbours and unique places to stay across Vestf…
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Food & drink in Vestfold
Fancy a bite to eat at one of the many eateries in Vestfold? Whether you’re looking for a delicio…
Festival Vibes
Festival week is all about good vibes – and you’ll find them far beyond the festival grounds too 🎪☀️
Looking for a drink, a bite and a great view? Check out top rooftops, restaurants and cocktail bars near YOU 🗺️👇
Larvik & Stavern
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Ellings – Festiviteten
Restaurant in central Larvik serving lunch, dinner and traditional Wednesday pork dishes.
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Bedehuset
Restaurant in a former 1875 prayer house in Larvik, serving lunch, dinner and pizza.
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The Rooftop Terrace at Farris Bad
Seasonal rooftop bar at Farris Bad in Larvik, with lounge seating and views across the fjord.
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Palmehaven
Bistro and cocktail bar at Hotel Wassilioff in Stavern serving seafood, burgers and pizza.
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Grand Bistro
Restaurant at Quality Hotel Grand Larvik serving seasonal breakfast, lunch and dinner by the fjord.
🎉Don’t miss this in Larvik & Stavern:
Festival vibes + spa + soft beds = Farris Bad. Just a short drive from Stavernfestivalen, this is the perfect place to catch some quality sleep between concerts, find your zen in the spa and maybe do a spot of celebrity watching (most artists live here during the festival).
Just a short walk away, you’ll find Quality Hotel Grand Larvik, which has a cozy bar with shuffleboard and a great outdoor seating area. The hotel has one of the best locations in the area, as it is just across from the train station in a newly renovated area of Larvik, close to shopping, great dining and the fjord.
Both hotels are within easy walking distance of the festival grounds!
Sandefjord
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Huset Sandefjord
Restaurant and bar in central Sandefjord with varied food, shuffleboard and weekend DJs.
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James Clark Pub & Restaurant
British pub on Sandefjord's waterfront with burgers, live sports, quizzes and music.
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Kurbadhagen
Live music and cocktail bars in central Sandefjord, with summer concerts in the historic garden.
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Pir 4
Waterfront restaurant in Sandefjord serving wood-fired Italian pizza, antipasti and wine.
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Bakgården Café
A cosy lunch café with homemade cakes and a secluded courtyard in central Sandefjord.
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Brygga 11, Geir Skeie
Seafood restaurant on Sandefjord’s waterfront serving fresh fish and shellfish from Brødrene Berg…
🎉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
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The Social Bar & Bistro
Waterfront bistro at Quality Hotel Tønsberg serving classic dishes with views of the harbour.
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Garda Trattoria
Italian trattoria on Tønsberg waterfront serving pinsa, pasta and dishes made for sharing.
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Big Ben Pub
English-style pub on Tønsberg’s main square with pizza, outdoor seating and weekend live music.
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Foynhagen
Outdoor concert venue on Tønsberg waterfront hosting live music, shows and summer events.
🎉 Don’t miss this in Tønsberg:
Both Hotel Klubben and Quality Hotel Tønsberg have amazing rooftop terraces! Definitely worth a visit if you’re nearby 😍.
Horten
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Restaurant Njord
Restaurant Njord in Horten serves seasonal Nordic dishes overlooking the Oslofjord.
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Baltzer Restaurant
Baltzer Restaurant by Horten Guest Harbour serves lunch and dinner with seasonal menus.
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Hotell Karljohansvern og Horten Storstue
Restaurant at Karljohansvern in Horten serving seasonal dishes in a historic dining room.
🎉 Don’t miss this in Horten:
Especially relevant if you’re heading to Midgardsblot – Njord Café & Restaurant is just a 15-minute walk from the Midgard Viking Center!
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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