Norwegian International Film Festival Haugesund

Den norske filmfestivalen

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Arts & CultureHaugesund
Dates22–28 August 2026Confirmed listing
Duration7 daysListed event span
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forPerformance, exhibitionsSince 1973, Haugesund
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: NOK
CategoryArts & CultureFestival type
The story

Norwegian International Film Festival Haugesund in Haugesund

The Norwegian International Film Festival in Haugesund is Norway's leading film festival, founded in 1973 and held every August. It hosts the Amanda Award, Norway's national film prize established in 1985, alongside international premieres, industry events and public screenings across the city's many downtown cinemas each summer.

The Norwegian International Film Festival has been held in Haugesund since 1973, an unusual choice of home for the country's leading film event, since Haugesund is a coastal city of modest size rather than Oslo or Bergen.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

Since 1973, Haugesund, a mid-sized coastal city rather than a capital, has hosted Norway's most prestigious film gathering, giving the festival an outsized cultural weight relative to its host town's size

02

The mystery stays covered

Its centerpiece, the Amanda Award, was created in 1985 and functions as Norway's answer to the Oscars, honoring achievements across roughly twenty categories in Norwegian film each year

03

The city starts moving

Beyond the awards ceremony, the festival runs a substantial industry program alongside public screenings, drawing Norwegian and international film professionals to a week of premieres, panels and networking that has made Haugesund a fixture on the Nordic festival calendar for five decades

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

The Amanda Award

Water and renewal

Living ritual

named after a bronze figurine statuette

The sacred route

Living ritual

continues Norway's tradition of honoring national film achievement in a dedicated ceremony

The local code

Living ritual

modeled loosely on the American Academy Awards but rooted firmly in Norwegian and Nordic cinema

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

22–28 August 2026

Getting around

Use Haugesund transport around the venue or route first; event-day controls can change normal timing.

What to wear

Smart-casual for most screenings; the Amanda Award ceremony draws industry attendees dressing more formally, while daytime film screenings are casual.

Safety

Keep valuables light, follow local instructions, and watch how residents use the space before joining in.

Where to stay

Stay near workable transport in Haugesund, especially if the event runs late or streets close.

Tickets/cost

Official ticket link is available. Confirm access rules before booking.

Language/currency

NOK

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map59.41 N, 5.27 EOpen in Google Maps

Haugesund, Rogaland, Norway

Nearest airportSVG — Stavanger Airport, Sola
TransportUse Haugesund transport around the venue or route first; event-day controls can change normal timing.
Stay areaStay near workable transport in Haugesund, especially if the event runs late or streets close.

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How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Haugesund via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Haugesund, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for August.Compare faresFestival gearSmart-casual for most screenings; the Amanda Award ceremony draws industry attendees dressing more formally, while daytime film screenings are casual.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for Norway and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Norwegian International Film Festival Haugesund?

Norwegian International Film Festival Haugesund is listed for 22–28 August 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Norwegian International Film Festival Haugesund take place?

The festival is listed in Haugesund, Norway. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

7 days is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Haugesund, Rogaland, Norway

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

Found something inaccurate or outdated? Email hello@eventisimus.com with the festival page link and the correction.

Official URLfilmfestivalen.no
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SourceSource link available
Listed dates22–28 August 2026
Source statusOfficial source linked
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