Your weekend guide
Adventures in Stavanger and beyond March 20th - 22nd 2026
Hi,
Hmm, I have to admit the weather we had this past weekend isn’t exactly my favorite kind of weather (even though I’ve basically brainwashed myself into liking rain). That’s why I’m extra happy that the days are getting lighter and brighter :) I didn’t manage to do everything I had planned, but we did make it to the open gymnastics hall in Ålgård and it was great fun. Great facilities, skilled instructors, and several thousand kcal burned off by my little ones.
This coming weekend is a real treat because it’s Kortreist Day, a day that celebrates some of our local everyday heroes: local food producers. And there’s certainly no shortage of places to visit. It’s healthy for all of us to see where our food actually comes from, but also to cheer on people like these. It takes blood, sweat, and tears to think differently. Many of the people who are most successful today (and are getting awards from all over the world) talk about how others laughed when they first started thinking in new and innovative ways. So be the kind of person who cheers people on - the world (and our food) becomes better because of it.
There’s plenty of other things happening too, both indoors and outdoors. I’m looking forward to hearing what you end up doing!
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
Surprise dinner: As part of Stavanger Wine Festival this weekend, you can join this very cool concept. Which restaurant you end up at, which ingredients are chosen and who you’ll be dining with are all a surprise. Everything is revealed by SMS one hour before. Very cool. Book and find more information here.
Saturday
Kortreist Day: Experience local food directly from producers in the region. You can do everything from decorating chocolate at Fjorden Sjokolade in Hafrsfjord, celebrating the opening of the new farm shop at Hole Gård (the mayor arrives at 12:00), decorating your own juice or soda at Safteriet in Hillevåg and so much more. See more details about the different locations here.
Open Factory – Reime & Co: You’re invited inside the Reime factory (leading Norwegian manufacturer of agricultural equipment) to see the machines and how things are built. I LOVE a good behind-the-scenes tour and getting insight into how things are made. Free entry. From 11:00 to 15:00. More info here.
Open Day - CityGarage: This place is the region’s largest neighborhood garage, and this weekend they’re hosting an open day with free bike service. How generous! They’re also promising other activities. From 12:00 to 15:00. More info here.
Sandnesløpet 2026: If you’re looking for a sporty challenge this weekend, there’s a race happening in Sandnes. Everything from a 400-meter race for kids to a half marathon. It’s still not too late to sign up. More info here.
Storhaug Rideklubb: Right in the middle of Storhaug (!) there’s actually a riding club, and this weekend they’re hosting a demonstration with the opportunity for kids to try riding afterwards. Very limited parking available, so it’s recommended to park at Godalen Upper Secondary School. From 12:00 to 14:00. More info here.
Sans kids
Ganekamp: Three wine experts will try to convince you that they have the best wine pairing for a four-course dinner. You decide who succeeds. I love the concept. From 19:00. More info here.
Sunday
Hiking Cabin Concerts in Sandnes and Sola: This year there will be 27(!) concerts at the day-trip cabins around the region. This weekend there’s one at Stokkihytten in Sandnes (from 13:00) and one at Solabu in Sola (from 15:00). What a great concept. Free. More info here.
Easter egg hunt: Dysleksi Jæren invites everyone to an Easter egg hunt at Hanabergmarka in Nærbø. A fun activity in a great location. There will also be an opportunity to bbq bring-your-own food. From 14:00 to 17:00. Free, but registration is required. More info here.
All weekend
“Heila helgå” theatre festival: Sola Kulturhus invites you to a full weekend of theatre. There are performances for all ages, from Emil to Annie to Hiv og Hoi, and you can choose how many shows you want to attend. Children: 75 NOK, adults: 150 NOK. Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 to 16:00. More info here.
Market at Tungenes Lighthouse: Made in Rogaland is hosting a market and café, and there will also be mini concerts both days. Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 to 17:00. More info here.
This week’s tips
Place I want to try: Kryddergarden. A local herb producer located at Horpestad in Klepp. Is there anything better than fresh herbs when cooking? They elevate everything, both taste and looks wise. I’ve wanted to visit this place for a long time and now it’s finally open for the season again. Open weekdays from 09:00 to 15:00.
A good stop anytime: Solastranden. Sometimes the simple things are the best. One of the world’s most beautiful beaches all year round (honestly, I think the colder it is, the prettier the water looks). It’s great at any time. If the wind is really strong you can always just step out of the car and back in again and feel alive. And when the weather is nicer, you can take a walk and grab something good to eat at the beach bar at Sola Strand Hotel afterwards.
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 :)