Your weekend guide
Adventures in Stavanger and beyond March 6th - 8th 2026
Hi,
Let me just say it right away: if there is one thing you should do in life, it is to organize a “blåtur” (directly translated to blue trip it is a trip that only the host knows the destination) for someone you love! We had an absolutely fantastic trip filled with memories for a lifetime. Granted, it was not here in the region (we went to the place where “all roads lead”). But since my original plan was more local, I have now found even more places I want to explore in Stavanger and the surrounding area.
We wrapped up the holiday at Brekkotunet (see A good stop anytime) by building a bumble bee house and making stick bread over the fire in snow and sunshine (!), followed by hot dogs at Håland Kjøtt and the playground there. So many magical moments!
There is a lot happening this weekend, from the Livsglede Festival in Bryne (the name meaning “joy of life” alone makes me happy!) to a Pippi workshop and nature experiences. And since it is International Women’s Day on Sunday, there are of course several events marking the occasion. As usual, you can’t possibly fit everything in. Just the way I like it! Enjoy the weekend <3
If you’re reading this for the first time - welcome!
This is my weekly newsletter, sent out every Wednesday (nyhetsbrev på norsk her). My philosophy in life: every place in the world has something exciting happening. I believe there is always something to experience, no matter where you are (in fact, I’m willing to bet I can find something for you no matter where in the world you are reading from*). Sometimes it is big events, other times small experiences that make a weekend memorable. Everything I pick out is something I am considering doing myself, with or without two small children.
These are my tips for things to do in Stavanger and beyond this weekend:
Heads up: often the pages are in Norwegian, but you can always use Google Translate to check them out.
Friday
Sans kids
Women and Wine: In honor of International Women’s Day, you are invited to an evening “wine show” where you will taste your way through five wines. Sounds pretty great, right? From 19:00. More info here.
Skrei Evening at Slottet: There is fish and then there is skrei. YUM! If you are already heading to the mountains, I can’t imagine a better start than a three-course dinner at Slottet celebrating this special Arctic cod. From 19:00. More info here.
Saturday
The Fairytale Mystery at Madla Library: A performance about a lost fairytale that is being hunted down and along the way you will meet princesses, witches, and magic. So cozy! From 11:00 to 11:30. Free, but registration required. More info here.
Super Saturday: I have written about this before and still haven’t managed to go. Expect bouncy castles, inflatable slides, balloon animals, face painting, hot dogs, cotton candy, popcorn, and play. This time there is also a show at 13:00. The goal is to create a space where families from different backgrounds can find shared joy and belonging (love this!). Free and no registration required. From 12:00 to 14:00. More info here.
Police in Uniform Reading at the Sandnes Library: Sandnes invites children to a storytime led by the police. Open to everyone, but especially suited for ages 3–6. Free. From 12:00 to 12:30. More info here.
Music Gathering for Little Ones: The wonderful (!) Tine Suman Hodne invites children aged 0–3 to a cozy music session focused on musical joy and community. Free, but registration required. From 13:00 to 14:00. More info here.
Pippi at Sola Culture House: A craft workshop inspired by Pippi Longstocking at Sola Kulturhus. Free. From 12:00 to 14:00. More info here.
Women’s World Cup Qualifier: Some of the world’s best football talents (like Ada Hegerberg, Caroline Graham Hansen, and Signe Gaupset) are coming to Lyse Arena. Norway vs. Germany. Do I know much about football/soccer? No. Do I enjoy cheering? Yes! Heia, heia! Kickoff at 18:00. Tickets and more info here.
Sans kids
Taste of Bryne – Livsgledesløyfa 2026: I LOVE this concept. So if you have the chance, go on my behalf because I can’t make it this time. You will get to eat and drink your way through several different spots in Bryne. Eight courses and eleven drink units are included in the price. From 14:00–19:30. More info here.
Sunday
Sunday for Kids – Kite Workshop: Make your own kite with the help of kite builder Sveinung Dybvig and other skilled helpers. Free, but registration required. From 12:30 to 13:30 (more info here) and 14:00 to 15:00 (more info here).
Sans kids
International Women’s Day: The Women of Afghanistan: Poet Mozhgan Faramenesh will be in conversation with journalist and author Arild Inge Olsson about women’s lack of rights in her home country. Free, but registration required. From 12:15 to 13:15. More info here.
Joik Workshop: A few weeks ago it was Sámi National Day, and I couldn’t find any events to share. But on my sister’s recommendation, I watched NRK’s Sámi National Day concert and I absolutely recommend it to everyone. Beautiful music and joik (the traditional sámi sing form and one of Europes oldest vocal traditions) that you can watch here. If it inspires you to learn joik yourself, this workshop is for you: an introductory course where you will learn about the function of joik, vocal techniques, joik syllables, its history, and different traditions. From 12:30 to 17:00. More info here.
All weekend
Livsglede Festival Bryne: An annual festival in Bryne focused on joy of life for all ages. Can it get any better than that? The whole weekend is packed with things to do, from blues music for children, fire shows, free food, theatre performances, art walks, to ice bathing in Lake Melsvatn. Something for absolutely everyone. Full program here.
Norwegian League Wheelchair Rugby: Come cheer on talented athletes in what’s been called the world’s toughest parasport. Rolling Thunder is Sandnes’ local team, with players from across Nord-Jæren. Matches Saturday at 10:00, 13:00, and 16:00; Sunday at 09:00, 12:00, and 15:00. Free. More info here.
Volunteer Sewing Workshop at Vitenfabrikken: This weekend there is a sewing workshop aimed at improving women’s health in developing countries where access to sanitary products is limited. During museum opening hours March 7–8. You are invited to join and sew (more info here) or donate directly to the organization behind it (more info here).
This week’s tips
Place I want to try: Rott. Ever since watching an episode from this island on Where No One Would Think to Live (a NRK show I have followed devotedly no matter where I have lived in the world), I have wanted to visit. Imagine that just 3 km from Tananger, you can experience a completely different world. If anyone has a boat and wants to join, let me know. I’m ready!
A good stop anytime: Friluftstunet Brekko. Now that I finally got a chance to go there, I know now it is worth visiting anytime. The drive through stunning nature quickly makes you forget where you are in the world. When there is snow, there is even a lit sledding hill, wow, pure luxury! The warming cabin is open on Sundays, and there is also a shelter and grill pan you can use whenever you like. Absolutely recommend!
Hope you are inspired to try some of these things and that you have a great weekend!
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* If you’re reading this from somewhere outside Stavanger, feel free to challenge me to find something for you :)