CPH PIX FILM FESTIVAL
New formula for THE Danish Film Festival: Week-end is the new concept ...Read more
HAZE OVER HAARUM
Read moreFans of pop-rock music visiting Harboøre in June will be delighted to discover the Haze Over Haarum festival, well known to the locals. For a whole weekend, you can enjoy an eclectic musical program in a family-friendly atmosphere. The more adventurous can pitch their tents here: the festival takes place in the heart of nature, a little way from the city. For others, a shuttle service is available. Refreshment stands and food-trucks will be on hand to keep festival-goers supplied.
SPOT FESTIVAL
The month of May is dedicated to music with SPOT, the festival that has ...Read more
DISTORTION COPENHAGEN FESTIVAL
Rave, urban music, DJ... A week of musical madness in the streets of ...Read more
MARATHON DE COPENHAGUE
Running doesn't scare you. You're familiar with endurance. Join the ...Read more
COPENHAGEN COOKING AND FOOD FESTIVAL
A great opportunity to be convinced that Danish gastronomy has made its ...Read more
VINTERJAZZ FESTIVAL
What better way to warm up than to let your body swing to the rhythm of ...Read more
COPENHAGEN LIGHT FESTIVAL
While winter plunges Copenhagen into darkness very early in the year, the ...Read more
FESTIVAL DE BLUES DE COPENHAGUE
About fifty concerts just for you. There's nothing like a little music to ...Read more
NOUVEL AN - NEW YEAR'S EVE
The midnight jump is the symbol of a beautiful year to come. On New Year's ...Read more
HALLOWEEN À TIVOLI
Stories to scare each other. Pumpkins, you want some! Ghost trains and ...Read more
NOËL (JUL)
Wooden chalets, giant fir trees, Advent candles and thousands of toys: the ...Read more
DINING WEEK
An invitation to dinner over a refined menu? That's a great idea for a ...Read more
STRØM FESTIVAL
The Scandinavian Electronic Music Festival! About fifty concerts, ...Read more
KULTURHAVN - FESTIVAL DE LA CULTURE
Three intense days totally dedicated to culture in all its forms and ...Read more
SUMMARFESTIVALURIN
Read moreIn the heart of Klaksvík, the Summar Festival takes place at the beginning of August, considered to be the major musical event on the Faroe Islands. Particularly family-friendly, it features an area entirely dedicated to children. In a festive atmosphere, headliners and international artists rub shoulders with local choirs singing their traditional songs.
COUNTRY & BLUES FESTIVAL
Read moreCountry and blues fans won't be disappointed. The picturesque village of Sørvágur hosts the annual Country & Blues Festival. Here, line dancing takes place between hay bales and beachside barbecues. International and local musicians share the bill to the delight of participants. For more information: www.country.fo.
FESTIVAL DU TRICOT
Read moreThe town of Fuglafjørður on the island of Eysturoy is the setting for this highly entertaining festival. For three days, the whole town gets involved and is transformed into a huge knitting club. The program includes workshops in private rooms, knitting in local cafés and warm friendship. A unique opportunity to discover Faroese knitting culture!
JÓANSØKA
Read moreThe Midsummer Festival (Jóansøka) is a must in Suðuroy. It alternates between even-numbered years in Vágur and odd-numbered years in Tvøroyri. The main attractions take place on Saturday, including the rowing competition (which kicks off with children's rowing at around 1 p.m.), but there are also activities from Friday to Sunday (art exhibitions, children's activities and cultural events).
Please note! MS Smyril timetables change at Jóansøka, so check the ferry timetable if you plan to travel to or from Suduroy.
CARNAVAL D'AALBORG
Want to party? Aalborg Carnival offers a cocktail of good humour, fun, ...Read more
HC ANDERSEN FESTIVAL
A festival of imagination, adventure and wonder based on Andersen's fairy ...Read more
ANNIVERSAIRE DE LA REINE
A very special anniversary date for an unusual and popular queen who blew ...Read more
NUIT DE LA CULTURE (KULTURNATTEN)
A whole night dedicated to culture. Entertainment and nocturnes all over ...Read more
GRAEKARISMESSA
Read moreMarch 12, St. Gregory's Day, celebrates the return of the oystercatcher to the archipelago. The Faroe Islands' national bird, the oystercatcher is not hunted. It is a common breeder, numbering around 10,000 pairs. At the beginning of March, the sky fills with their calls, heralding the return of long, bright days. Also known as the oystercatcher, it has become a symbol of national heroism. The poet Nólsoyar Páll (Páll Poulsen Nolsøe, 1766-1809) evokes it in his famous ballad Fuglakvaeði(The Ballad of the Birds).
MARATHON DE TÓRSHAVN
Read moreThe marathon route starts in the center of Tórshavn and continues around the city, following the waterfront, along beautifully paved roads and through particularly peaceful urban areas.
G ! FESTIVAL
Read moreThis is THE Faroese festival. It attracts well-known Scandinavian artists as well as international headliners. It's also the ideal place to discover a wide range of emerging and established Faroese artists such as Eivør Pálsdóttir. The festival takes place over three days in the picturesque village of Gøta on the island of Eysturoy. What makes it special is that it's right on the water. From the beach... or one of the many bubble baths, you can attend concerts of all kinds (pop, gospel, rap, metal, electro...).
NOUVEL AN À TVØROYRI
Read moreIf you want to experience a unique New Year's Eve, starting with a hike and ending with a fireworks explosion, head to Tvøroyri. The day usually starts with a hike up Mount Oyrnafjall. As evening falls, the magic of street lighting takes over, using tin cans as candle holders. The torchlight procession ends with a bonfire, usually located near the Trongisvágur sports hall. At midnight, the horizon lights up under the spray of fireworks. Afterwards, the festivities committee invites everyone to come and enjoy a friendly drink and sandwiches. The party usually goes on until the early hours, with concerts in some of Suðuroy's halls and private parties.
VOXBOTN
Read moreRight in the heart of Tórshavn, this pop festival lasts 12 hours non-stop. Concerts along the quay, Undir Bryggjubakka, and in and around Vágsbotn square. The backdrop of yachts and boats bobbing in the harbor, and the colorful old warehouses lining the waterfront, make this a magical postcard. For more information: www. facebook.com/voxbotn.
NOËL (JUL)
Read moreLights, Christmas market, Nordic atmosphere... a unique experience for the whole family. On the program: ice skating in downtown Tórshavn. Open throughout December, the skating rink is the ideal place to enjoy a fun family activity. Discover the Christmas village in the SMS shopping center (elves, animals, colorful trees, illuminated decorations...). And then, take a bath with the locals! It's the traditional Sunday swim. Go for a swim in the ocean, an invigorating and unique experience. The cold water, around 5 degrees, is excellent for wrinkles and toning!