Festival town Horten

Festival town Horten

- with visitors from all over the world!

There is a lot going on in Horten every week, all year round. But, it is no secret that the summer months are a little extra eventful and attractive for those of us who enjoy festival life. Horten is definitely on the map for several target groups, and we have festivals for every taste. Not least: People from all over the world come to festivals in Horten, that's true.

Horten Food Festival

Horten Food and Beer Festival has become very popular in recent years, and is already a tradition for many locals and visitors. The festival is located in Karljohansvern at the artillery workshop and the cultural quarter. Horten Food Festival is suitable for the whole family, and there is food, entertainment and activities for both children and adults. Are you curious? Stay updated on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/hortenmatfestival and their website here: https://www.matfestivalene.no/?fbclid=IwAR0Vcw8ZEZPLAb8IIKFCJrWDcowb1uAKtyABzSqmAVDggnltbNtVft8FJcs .

The Recruitment Festival

Since 2014, Vervenfestivalen has really put Horten on the festival map. With a perfect location at Karljohansvern and big names on the program, Vervenfestivalen has something for everyone. If you want a real festival experience, you can stay overnight in the festival camp, but if you want a little more comfort, we also have plenty of hotels if you are coming from afar. It is open to children during the day, and if you want the combination of summer idyll, city life and festival - Vervenfestivalen is the place to go. Check out the website here; http://vervenfestivalen.no

Thirty-seven Festival

Trettisjufestivalen is a festival by and for young people in Horten. Horten municipality, the cultural school and the cultural center 37 are behind the concept, and it has become a popular offer for young people in Horten and the surrounding area. Follow their website for more information and program, and secure tickets for this year's happening! See their Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091831404852

Channel rock

Norway's longest-running festival! Kanalrock was first held in 1991, and for many with a beating rock, metal, or punk heart, it has become the highlight of the year. Kanalrock is located at the archery range not far from Horten Havn, and they have had big and small artists and bands stop by throughout all these years. Does this sound tempting? Stay updated on their website here: https://www.kanalrock.no/?fbclid=IwAR1N75WST2F1B3dwIiav5ILOZPpqis2DQYFZT7hOrpftI1BVithxHlexLEI

Midgardblood

A world-famous festival here in Horten? Yep. Midgardsblot has earned its well-deserved place on the festival map, and people come here from all over the world. Midgardsblot is held at the Viking Center in Borre, and if you are looking for the ultimate Viking experience, you should visit this festival. This is a festival where they have thought of everything, and where those who wish can dress as they did when the Vikings ravaged Borrehaugene thousands of years ago. Are you curious? Stay updated on their website here: https://www.midgardsblot.no

Navy Race

Navy Race may not exactly be a festival, but it is an event that has grown in size and has also put Horten on the map. The Navy Race obstacle course takes place at Karljohansvern, and runs over 8 kilometers with 30 different obstacles with a military theme. There is also a Navy Race for kids, so this is a good alternative for the active family. There are lots of stands and activities during the event, and those who are not running can be cheerleaders at several places along the course. Read more on their website here: https://www.navyrace.no

A festival for every taste

There is no doubt that Horten can offer a festival or two for every taste, and maybe you can even discover something new? The festivals are open to the whole family until it's bedtime for the children, and the restaurants and eateries are ready to give you a full evening in the city when it's bustling.