Slide and Tap Other Months
Sport event
Holmenkollen Ski Festival – Holmenkollen National Arena ⚽
Oslo’s most famous sporting event features World Cup competitions in ski jumping, biathlon, and cross-country. Tens of thousands gather at Holmenkollen Arena and surrounding forest slopes. The festival includes music, food stalls, and family activities, celebrating Norway’s deep connection to skiing heritage.
Music Festival
Oslo International Church Music Festival 🎙
Renowned European and Scandinavian choirs, orchestras, and soloists perform sacred works across Oslo’s churches. Programmes range from medieval chant to contemporary compositions. The festival promotes dialogue between art, faith, and community and is one of Norway’s leading classical music events.
Film
Oslo Human Rights Human Wrongs Film Festival 🎞
Norway’s principal human rights documentary festival screens international and Nordic films addressing social justice, activism, and climate issues. Panel discussions with filmmakers, journalists, and NGOs accompany most screenings, fostering open civic dialogue.
Running/Sports
Oslo Tango Marathon – Sentralen 🏃
A three-day event for international tango enthusiasts featuring social dances, workshops, and live orchestras. Sentralen and nearby venues provide elegant wooden floors and candlelit settings. The marathon fosters Oslo’s growing Argentine tango community.