OLAVSFEST
OLAVSFEST is a unique and value-based cultural festival that aims to create reflection on issues of values, human rights and social issues that are relevant to all people, regardless of who you are, what your background is and what your outlook on life is.
🎵 ROHEY TAALAH
Part of Olavsfest! Critically acclaimed Rohey Taalah meets the Trondheim Soloists for an intense and atmospheric concert experience where old classics are given new life.
OPEN FARM @ VOLL GÅRD
Are you looking for a nice activity with your family and friends this summer? You can greet farm animals, jump in the hay, drive a pedal tractor, play in the yard, enjoy something good in the farm café and relax in green surroundings.
Closed on Mondays, open til August 15.
🎵 LH LOKANDER @ ANTIKVARIATET
lh lokander explores the meeting between the folk song tradition and digital soundscapes. Based on a songwriting practice rooted in Norwegian folk song, the young songwriter Lars Hagane Lokander works to challenge the notion of the simple and acoustic as the genre's natural form.
🎵 LJOM @ ANTIKVARIATET
Folk music, ballads, jazz, progressive genres, contemporary music, pop and rock. Ljom has been active since 2013, released three albums on Kirkelig Kulturverksted, and has toured in Norway, Sweden and the USA!
Free digital tickets or 250 at the door
QUIZ @ LADEJARLEN
Each quiz night consists of three rounds. 10 questions with a mixed theme, here anything can come up! 10 questions about food and drink related 10 questions about music song and artist, country/album/year
Max 4 per team
POP-UP LUNCH !
Welcome to POP-UP with Kafé Spire!
You can buy delicious lunch, cakes and coffee from the initiative Dype Røtter, who works with Reppe Søndre Farm.
Every Thursday at Rosendal Kafé!
TRØNDERSK FOOD FESTIVAL
Over 100 local food and drink producers & free activities for children
Whether you enjoy locally produced cheese, handmade chocolate, or fresh baked goods
No ticket required; bring your friends, family, and appetite!
EXHIBITION OPENING @ KUNSTHALL
Where Land Water & People Meet: The exhibition and performance present the artistic outcomes of three residency periods within the Creative Europe project SHORES, which uses music and art as tools to raise awareness of marine and coastal environmental challenges.
Free! Read more
🎵 CHRISTEL ALSOS @ LADEKAIA
On a warm summer day in August, Christel Alsos for the first time at Ladekaia!
Eating before the concert?
This evening, a barbecue buffet is on the menu at Ladekaia. With the concert and dinner ticket category, you get the opportunity to enjoy a fantastic barbecue buffet from Ladekaia's kitchen before the concert.
ReStore RE-OPENING
Great for students who live at Moholt! Register & get access to the Re-Store semester opening for anything you need for your apartment!
TORUCON: BUBBLEPOP!
Torucon is an annual festival for all people with amazing hobbies, from sci-fi and fantasy, to cosplay, crafting, Japanese pop culture, Kpop, gaming and board/role-playing games and everything else that fits under the big pop culture umbrella.
TRONDHEIM GREEN FESTIVAL
Green Fest is about highlighting how a vegan diet and lifestyle can be positive for animal welfare, climate, environment, sustainability and health! Also an emphasis on climate and sustainability in general.
FREE!
NYHAVNA BLOCK PARTY
What is Nyhavna Block Party, you ask? It's a party day where all the great things that usually hide behind closed industrial walls are showcased, and invite local musicians, artists - and nice people (you) - to a proper Block Party!
🍄🟫 CHECK YOUR MUSHROOMS
During the inspection, they will go through all the mushrooms in your basket. They also always try to have a small mushroom exhibition of the common species you find in the area.
by Trondheim sopp- og nyttevekstforening
Here’s a useful guide to foraging around Trondheim in English!
SATURDAY on SUNDAY
They always celebrate Sundays, and this Sunday will be no exception.
Of course, they take reservations, so it's first come, first served!
FILM BUS IN TRONDHEIM! FOR TEENS
Do you want to make your own films with professional filmmakers this summer? Do you want to film with a camera, be a director, or act? Then you have to join Filmbussen! For those of you who like film, regardless of experience! Everyone fits in!
Ages: 13 - 19 years
Registration required: filmbussen@gmail.com
SEWING, REPARATION & REDESIGN FOR KIDS
Do you want to become a master at sewing and mending your own clothes?
There is room for creative ideas, but first the basics need to be in place.
The course lasts for one week, from Monday to Friday, from 10 am to 2 pm each day, with a choice between week 27 or week 33.
Lunch is included.
Ages 12-16
MAKE NEW FRIENDS! INTERNATIONAL
Check out the BlaBla ‘Make friends’ events! It's a fantastic opportunity to meet new people, form meaningful connections, and engage in lively conversations across different languages (They are international)!
FREE!
🎵 ANNIKA
In record time, Annika Wedderkopp has transformed from a young TikTok phenomenon into one of the Nordic region’s most distinctive new voices. With her characteristic vocals, honest lyrics, and powerful stage presence, Annika has created a universe where you can dance, cry, and truly feel it deep inside.
JORD FESTIVAL
Norway's first festival for soil health and regenerative agriculture - two days of knowledge sharing, agriculture, food and live music at one of Europe's 50 best regenerative farms!
🎵 JONAS ALASKA
Over the past year, Jonas Alaska has released his first songs in Norwegian – to rave reviews from both audiences and critics. Now he is releasing his first album in his native language, and is embarking on a tour with new material.
SKOGSVARIASJONER
In the forest by the ruins of Reins cloister at Fosen, nature and culture meet in a sensorial outdoor concert performance.
This performance can be reached either by bus or hurtigbåt.
BONGO'S BINGO
Bongo’s Bingo is no ordinary bingo. It’s a wild 3-hour party show, where bingo meets rave, sing-along, dance-offs, audience participation and chaos – interrupted by both crazy and not least cool prizes and unforgettable moments. The show is currently played in almost 50 cities worldwide and performs sold-out shows every week. Now it’s Trondheim’s turn once again.
🎵 TORGEIR WALDEMAR
Since his breakthrough in 2014, Waldemar has established himself as one of Norway's most recognized artists in folk rock and Americana.
TRD HARDSTYLE
TRD Hardstyle invites you to KOKEKAR – an evening filled with hard kicks, dark energy and intense atmosphere from start to finish. This will be a gathering for those who like hardstyle, rawstyle and the heavier side of electronic music.
SKOGSVARIASJONER
In the forest by the ruins of Reins cloister at Fosen, nature and culture meet in a sensorial outdoor concert performance.
This performance can be reached either by bus or hurtigbåt.
LANGUAGE CAFÉ @ ILA
Get a jumpstart on learning Norwegian this semester at the Ila & Løkkan Volunteer Center language café!
🎥 OUTDOOR SCREENING: THE DRAMA
*For students!
NTNU and Kosmorama International Film Festival welcomes all students to an outdoor screening of a film in the "backyard" of Gløshaugen - specifically at Frimerket (See this map to find Frimerket: https://link.mazemap.com/R6Ezr...). Bring a seating pad or blanket and settle in for an unforgettable movie night under the open sky.
SOUP @ ROSENDAL
Soup at Rosendal is back! Soup Kitchen is an initiative to make art more accessible—we open the doors to conversation and community. On the menu is a delicious, homemade soup that is always vegan or vegetarian.
FREE admission and free soup.
🎸 KINGS OF THRASH
Kings of Thrash brings back the energy, rawness and precision of the golden age of thrash metal. Kings Of Thrash consists of former members of Megadeth performing classics from the groundbreaking albums Killing Is My Business… And Business Is Good! and So Far, So Good… So What!.
🎵 PARTY CONCERT FOR STUDENTS!
Get ready for a musical fireworks display! TSO and NTNU invite you to a gala concert where they pay tribute to the city's amazing students with powerful musical experiences from stage and film, magnificent masterpieces from some of the greatest monuments in music history, classical gems and much-loved pieces of music. 2-for-1 tickets!
🎵 DIN VÅTE DRØM @ ANTIKVARIATET
Din Våte Drøm is coming to Antikvariatet to celebrate the release of their debut album "Rockemusikk."
LANGUAGE & CULTURE FESTIVAL
Experience the world's diversity – right in the middle of Trondheim! Over 60 countries from different continents will gather at Torvet in Trondheim on August 22, 2026 to celebrate language, culture and community! Totally free, just show up at Torvet!
🎵 ROY KHAN & TORE ØSTBY
Experience acoustic and reinterpreted versions of songs from Conception's extensive catalog, presented in an intimate and atmospheric format where Roy Khan's characteristic vocals, Tore Østby's expressive guitar playing and Kjell Magne Robak's warm cello sound take center stage.
ENGLISH QUIZ @ HABITAT
Every other Monday
General knowledge quiz with a wide range of questions and a great atmosphere.
Free entry – max 8 people per team
🎵 FINT FRANSK ORKESTER
It is impossible not to be charmed by Fint Frans Orkester. This group is so French with their virtuoso fingertips that they can make the most arrogant waiter in Lyon blush with embarrassment. If you haven't just been to Paris, this is the closest you will get to Montmartre.
🎹 HÅKON MAGNAR SKOGSTAD
A unique work that plays on a fusion of musical impulses in Skogstad's distinctive tonal language and rhythm.
THE BIG QUIZ @ LAGER11
New teams are always welcome, there are fantastic prizes every quiz, but come back and build up your score to take out the quiz league if you’re feeling game.
FREE.
8 members max per team.
🎵 THE OTHER END
The Other End is part of a wave of up-and-coming indie and Americana artists in Norway. In 2023, they made their debut with the album The Sun Will Do You Good, They Said, which received rave reviews in the Norwegian press. Dagbladet gave it a 6, calling it a “sensational debut”.
🎵 TRØNDELAG ROCK FEST
The festival that is about the rock that is created here in Trøndelag.
Program:
MARTIAL BLISS
THE HOW
POSTPOSTMEN
BLOCK PARTY
Together with the creative minds of Trondheim’s kulturkvartal @sellanraabar , Trondheim folkebibliotek & @litteraturhuset Kunsthall fills the day with art, music, talks, film screenings, workshops, food, DJs and so much more.
BLOCK PARTY is free and open to everyone!
🎵 DRÅPEFESTIVAL
Norway's coziest music festival is being held for the eighth year in a row in a small garden at Angelltrøa, southeast of Trondheim!
Afterparty at Rosendal Kafé is included in the ticket price!
SATURDAY on SUNDAY
They always celebrate Sundays, and this Sunday will be no exception.
Of course, they take reservations, so it's first come, first served!
POP-UP LUNCH !
Welcome to POP-UP with Kafé Spire!
You can buy delicious lunch, cakes and coffee from the initiative Dype Røtter, who works with Reppe Søndre Farm.
Every Thursday at Rosendal Kafé!
DANCE WORKSHOP
For the third year in a row, Transform, Beats Yard and ISAK welcome you to a very special dance event where the whole family can come together to celebrate diversity, creativity and unity.
THE BIG QUIZ @ LAGER11
New teams are always welcome, there are fantastic prizes every quiz, but come back and build up your score to take out the quiz league if you’re feeling game.
FREE.
8 members max per team.
THE BIG QUIZ @ LAGER11
New teams are always welcome, there are fantastic prizes every quiz, but come back and build up your score to take out the quiz league if you’re feeling game.
FREE.
8 members max per team.
THE BIG QUIZ @ LAGER11
New teams are always welcome, there are fantastic prizes every quiz, but come back and build up your score to take out the quiz league if you’re feeling game.
FREE.
8 members max per team.
LGBTQ+ TABLETOP ROLEPLAYING
Ages 16+
On the program this time is - Dungeon World: "Trollsteinhulene" - Narrative fantasy role-playing game with simple rules that are suitable for everyone regardless of experience level, with game director Petter.
Pathfinder 2e: "A Fistful of Flowers" - An introductory adventure to the fantasy role-playing game Pathfinder 2nd edition, with game director Ole-Jon.
Brindlewood Bay: "A Scream on Halloween" - Older ladies investigating murder mysteries. Murder, horror and camphor drops, with game director Rune.
🎵 JAZZ @ RINGVE
Check out this jazz concert at Ringve, featuring Hildegunn Øisett & Frode Fjellheim!
FLEA MARKET
Every Sunday this summer! Check out community flea market for unique finds. Or sell your stuff!
NORSK QUIZ @ HABITAT
Every other Monday
General knowledge quiz with a wide range of questions and a great atmosphere.
Free entry – max 8 people per team.
They also have English quizzes.
Read more
FLEA MARKET
Flea market by Stammen Café on this weekend, both days! 12 - 5p.m.
There will be a good collection of clothes and things, from different people, so there will be variety in style!
SUNDAY JAZZ & JAM
Twice a month Rosendal Kafé organizes Sunday Jazz where drummer Udi Shlomo brings a varied hand-picked ensemble of musicians to fill the café with a jazzy atmosphere. Free!
FLEA MARKET
Every Sunday this summer! Check out community flea market for unique finds. Or sell your stuff!
SUMMER BOAT RAVE
Wanna do a summer rave? On a boat?
Find your spot under the sun and enjoy hours of sunbathing, dancing EDM sounds while our phenomenal local & International DJs take you from sunshine to sunset.
Sun on your skin. Beer in your hand. Music in the air. Your tribe by your side.
This isn´t just another party. This is DESIRE SUN KISSED BOAT RAVE.
BURAN SUMMER CAMP
For grades 1 - 7
Buran summer camp is a free summer camp organized by Lilleby Sports Club.
July 13 -16 (week 29), from 10 am to 2 pm
July 20 - 23 (week 30), from 10 am to 2 pm
The summer camp has Buranhus at Buran as a base, but there can also be excursions to other places during the week. The children are served lunch and fruit every day.
ROLEPLAYING BOARDGAMES @ WORK-WORK
Roleplaying salon! Everyone over 16 yrs is welcome. They’ll be playing 2 games: Adventures in Ankh-Morpork & Trashkin.
Check it out & sign up! (Top right on their site for English)
FLEA MARKET
Every Sunday this summer! Check out community flea market for unique finds. Or sell your stuff!
NORSK QUIZ @ HABITAT
Every other Monday
General knowledge quiz with a wide range of questions and a great atmosphere.
Free entry – max 8 people per team.
They also have English quizzes.
KARAOKE @ ROSENDAL
Rosendal café continues to host one of the best monthly karaoke nights in town! Get yourself on the list and wow your friends & strangers with your amazing vocal stylings! More info
MARIO KART TOURNEY!
For ages 9+!
Note limited seats so first come, first served! There are 24 spots.
Otherwise, hang out, play in a band, make a song in the studio, draw, paint, game or be social, hang out and eat snacks. There will be free pizza!
Read more
HEIM FESTIVAL
HEIM is the festival that takes place on the small farm Brevika in Hasselvika, just 45 minutes by speedboat from Trondheim. The festival is a gathering point that celebrates music, coastal culture, nature and climate.
As great-grandfather Brevik said so well; in Brevika everyone is welcome, whether you are a priest or a worker. HEIM still works according to this philosophy and welcomes everyone, no matter where you come from or who you are.
MAKE YOUR OWN MERCH!
Make your own merch with the help of vinyl cutting! at AKKS Trondheim.
SUMMER @ NIDAROS COURTYARD
Check out activities, fun & a market at the courtyard at Nidaros Cathedral!
🎵 amaida @ ROCKHEIM
amaida. is an Oslo-based Cameroonian-Norwegian artist, who mixes rnb, soul and funk with honest reflections about her unique journey.
BURAN SUMMER CAMP
For grades 1 - 7
Buran summer camp is a free summer camp organized by Lilleby Sports Club.
July 13 -16 (week 29), from 10 am to 2 pm
July 20 - 23 (week 30), from 10 am to 2 pm
The summer camp has Buranhus at Buran as a base, but there can also be excursions to other places during the week. The children are served lunch and fruit every day.
SUNDAY JAZZ & JAM
Twice a month Rosendal Kafé organizes Sunday Jazz where drummer Udi Shlomo brings a varied hand-picked ensemble of musicians to fill the café with a jazzy atmosphere. Free!
SATURDAY on SUNDAY
They always celebrate Sundays, and this Sunday will be no exception.
Of course, they take reservations, so it's first come, first served!
🎵 THE BONESHAKERS
The Boneshakers are an American blues, soul and rock band formed in Los Angeles in the late 1980s. The band is known for their energetic blend of blues rock, funk and rhythm & blues, with clear roots in classic soul.
BEES @ RINGVE
Bumblebees do an important job for nature. Join a bumblebee expert in search of bumblebees on a tour of Ringve Botanical Garden. Here you will carefully catch bumblebees with a net, observe and identify their species before releasing them back into the wild. Maybe you’ll find some other cool insects too?
SOUL SALAD FRIDAY @ TYVEN
The best of organic music, Jazz, Disco, Soul, Funk, World all night long throughout the year.
Local and not so local DJ´s,
Always uplifting vibes. Always FREE!
🎮 SUPER SMASH TOURNEY
GreebCrib & Casual Gaming presents!
There will be side events, singles and doubles from Friday to Sunday at Trønderburger, which will be the sponsor and venue. All participants will receive a 20% discount on burgers.
Sign-ups close July 3!
MAKE NEW FRIENDS! INTERNATIONAL
Check out the BlaBla ‘Make friends’ events! It's a fantastic opportunity to meet new people, form meaningful connections, and engage in lively conversations across different languages (They are international)!
FREE!
PAINT N SIP
Drink a little, paint a little, you know the drill!
If you don’t, basically you can get together with friends, colleagues, a date, and sip drinks while you paint something that an instructor guides you through! Then at the end, you’ve had a lot of fun and a painting to show for it!
CLIMB WITH BABY! (Copy)
For those parents on leave with your baby!
60 NOK entrance, 50 NOK shoe rental
Perfect for you who wants to combine training, socializing and getting out into the world with your new one!
Mondays at Leangen, Wednesdays at Sluppen!