INTERNATIONAL NETWORK OF NORWAY Oslo Chamber of Commerce WEEKEND SUGGESTIONS Weeks 29, 30 & 31

HI EVERYBODY!

Even though most Norwegians are out of town enjoying their holidays, there is still a lot happening in the Oslo region. This Weekend Suggestions will cover the next three weeks. Here are our suggestions for you!

Always online Oslo Visitor Centre will be cycling around with a free Wi-Fi-hotspot all summer. The bike will be based at Egertorget at the centre of Karl Johans gate and it will be staffed by two multilingual Oslo experts, who will provide great tips on how to make the most of your time in Oslo. While you are talking to them, you can log on to the Wi-Fi and download the VisitOSLO’s app! Free Oslo maps and brochures will also be available. You will find the Wi-Fi bicycle until August 31, Monday – Saturday from 08:00 – 20:00 and Sunday from 09:00 – 18:00. Photo: visitoslo.com

MAJOR EVENTS/FESTIVALS

Byfestival, Sukkerbiten, July 16 at 14:00 Dansekollektivet, an association of dancers and dance enthusiasts, holds a one-day dance festival at Sukkerbiten in Bjørvika, featuring several performances. The event is free and open to all. Click here for more information (in Norwegian). Address: Nylandsveien 28 How to get there: Buses 32/70/80/81/85 to Bjørvika Photo: dansekollektivet.com

MARKETS & FAIRS

Vestkanttorvet, Saturdays until December 17 from 08:00 - 16:00 Bric-a-brac/antiques market close to Vigeland Park, on the corner of Professor Dahls gate and Neuberggata. At Vestkantorvet you can shop for furniture, china, glass, kitchenware, paintings, silver, jewellery, clothes, glass and all kinds of collector’s items. Click here for more information. Address: Amaldus Nielsens plass, Professor Dahls gate

How to get there: Trams 12/19 or bus 20 to Frogner plass Photo: facebook.com Sunday Market around Blå, until November 27 from 12:00 -17:00 Every Sunday throughout the year there is a handicraft and second-hand market around Blå at Grünerløkka: Knit wear, jewellery, ceramics, glass, wool, clothes, toys, paintings, bags etc. Click here for more information (in Norwegian). Address: Brenneriveien 9 C How to get there: Trams 11/12/13 to Schous plass Photo: visitoslo.com

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Summer Evening Cruise, Rådhusbrygge 3, until September 4 from 19:00 – 22:00 Evening fjord cruise on a traditional wooden sailing ship, passing through a maze of green islands. The tour lasts for three hours, and included in the price is a traditional Norwegian prawn buffet with prawns “au naturelle”, lemon, mayonnaise, bread and butter. Drinks for sale on board. Click here for more information and here for tickets. Address: Rådhusbrygge 3 How to get there: Tram 12 to Aker Brygge Photo: nyc.no

Mini Cruise: Hop on-hop off, until September 25, Mon – Sun from 09:45 - 15:15 Hop on-hop off boat trip on a traditional sailing ship between Oslo City Hall, the Opera House, and Bygdøy. The ticket is valid for 24 hours. This inner Oslo Fjord cruise starts by City Hall, passes Akershus Fortress on the way to the Opera House, then continues to the museums on Bygdøy peninsula before returning to City Hall. Refreshments for sale on board. Departure from Pier 3, by the City Hall: Tickets available on board, from Båtservice’s service kiosk at Rådhusbrygge 3, and at Oslo Visitor Centre. Click here for more information. Address: Rådhusbrygge 3 How to get there: Trams 12/13/19 to Aker Brygge Photo: visitnorway.no

Blues Cruise: The Ton up Gang, Rådhusbrygge 3, July 16, 23 and 30 at 19:00 Enjoy live blues music on a three-hour cruise on an old, traditional wooden sailing ship. A Norwegian shrimp buffet (“au naturelle” with lemon, mayonnaise, bread and butter) is included in the price. The ship departs from City Hall Pier 3. Click here for more information and here for tickets. Address: Rådhusbrygge 3 How to get there: Tram 12 to Aker Brygge Photo: nyc.no EXHIBITIONS

Art Night, Astrup Fearnley Museet, July 28 from 17:00 - 22:00 One Thursday a month Astrup Fearnley invites visitors to their temporary exhibition for only NOK 50,- The museum bar VINGEN serves their special cocktails, and there is music by guest artists. On July 28 it will be possible to appreciate the exhibition #AlexIsrael until 22.00, and discover more about the art during special presentations by the knowledgeable museum hosts at 19.30 and 20.30. To set the tone for a wonderful Norwegian summer night there will also be music by Jan Mayen & Michael Hare (J£ru$alem). Click here for more information. Address: Strandpromenaden 2

How to get there: Buses 21/54 to Bryggetorget Photo: afmuseet.no

GUIDED TOURS

In the Footsteps of the Oslo Snowman, July 17 at 14:00 Guided walk in Oslo city centre based on the crime novel “The Snowman” by Jo Nesbø. You can buy tickets directly from the guide (cash only). Start: Oslo Domkirke Address: Karl Johans gate 11 How to get there: All public transportation to Oslo S/Jernbanetorget

Discover Harry Hole’s Oslo, Tuesdays until August 30 at 17:00 Follow in Jo Nesbø’s character Harry Hole’s footsteps through the streets of Oslo, to the places that Hole frequents: the courthouse, the watering holes Underwater Pub and Schrøder, the Royal Palace Park, Egertorget Square and Sofies gate, where Harry lives. Guiding in Norwegian and English. Start: Lobby of Best Western Karl Johan Hotell Tickets are bought directly from the tour guide (cash only). Click here for more information. Address: Karl Johans gate 33

Photo: osloguidebureau.no How to get there: All metro lines to Stortinget/National Theatre

Oslo Promenade, until September 9 at 17:30 Oslo Promenade is a two-hour guided walking tour of Oslo on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays in summer. The walk will take you past Akershus Fortress, across “Kvadraturen”- the old part of Oslo, and up the Karl Johan pedestrian street towards the Royal Palace. The tour starts on the sea side of the City Hall at 17:30 and ends outside the National Theatre at 19:30. Guiding in English and Norwegian. Tickets on site. Address: Rådhusplassen 1

Photo: visitoslo.com How to get there: Buses 30/31 to Rådhuset

Guided Tour of the Opera House, Den Norske Opera & Ballett The spectacular Opera House was designed by the Norwegian architecture firm Snøhetta. Audiences can enjoy world-class opera and concerts on three stages. The Main Auditorium has 1369 seats, Stage 2 has 400 seats and Rehearsal Stage 1 seats 200 people. The tours give you a chance to learn more about the architecture and catch a glimpse of life backstage. Click here for more information and tickets. Address: Kirsten Flagstads plass 1 How to get there: All public transportation to Oslo S/Jernbanetorget Photo: operaen.no Guided Tour of the Royal Palace, until August 14 at 12:00, 14:00, 14:20 and 16:00 The Royal Palace in Oslo will be open to the public during the summer and offer guided tours in English. The guided tour takes visitors through some of the most beautiful state rooms in the Royal Palace: Cabinet Cloakroom, Cabinet Parlour, Council Chamber, White Parlour, King Haakon VII Suite, Upper Vestibule, Bird Room, Mirror Hall, Family Dining Room, Small Ceremonial Hall, Great Hall and the Banqueting Hall. We strongly recommend a visit to the Royal Palace. A tour not to be missed! Entrance by Slottsgården on the west side (the back) of the Royal Palace. Click here for tickets. Address: Slottsplassen 1

Photo: ticketmaster.no How to get there: Trams 12/13 or buses 30/31 to Solli plass

CONCERTS

Balcony Concert, Den Norske Opera & Ballett, until July 21 True to tradition, Oslo’s Opera House offers chamber concerts on the first balcony in the opera foyer in July. This summer’s programme includes a total of ten concerts, where both young talents and experienced musicians perform in a chamber format. Concerts last for approximately one hour. Click here for more information and tickets. Address: Kirsten Flagstads plass 1 How to get there: All public transportation to Oslo S/Jernbanetorget Photo: Erik Berg/operaen.no

High Plains Jamboree, Buckleys, July 15 at 22:00 High Plains Jamboree is described as a bluegrass band west of the Mississippi, and a country band east of the Mississippi. In other words, a band with their feet firmly placed in American music culture and traditions. Click here for more information (in Norwegian) and here for tickets. Address: Lille Grensen 7 How to get there: All metro lines to Stortinget Photo: buckleys.no

Undecided Jazzband, Herregårdskroen, July 16 at 13:30 Free concert with Undecided Jazzband. Herregårdskroen restaurant offers free jazz every Saturday in July. Click here for more information (in Norwegian). Address: Frognerveien 67 How to get there: Trams 12/19 to Frogner plass Photo: pixabay.com

Gogol Bordello, Sukkerbiten, July 20 at 19:00 Gogol Bordello is a crazy, energetic mix of punk, rock, Balkan folk, flamenco, reggae and dub. It all comes together at Sukkerbiten, so be prepared for that summer atmosphere that only Oslo on a hot summer night can provide. Click here for tickets. Address: Nylandsveien 28 How to get there: Buses 32/70/80/81/85 to Bjørvika Photo: wikipedia.org Vintage Trouble, John Dee, July 20 at 20:00 Vintage Trouble is energetic rock and blues with soul and funky rhythms on the side. This is highly danceable music that will not let you stand still for long. Click here for more information (in Norwegian) and here for tickets. Address: Hammersborggata 15 How to get there: Buses 30/31/34/54 or trams 11/12/13/19 to Brugata Photo: rockefeller.no

Mudhoney, Parkteatret Scene, July 21 at 20:00 Mudhoney from Seattle is a veteran band of the punk and grunge scene. They broke through before Nirvana, but realised that the life of a world renowned band wasn’t for them. They may now be considered the world’s most famous part ime band with a very exclusive tour schedule. If you don’t see them in Oslo this summer, you might not get the chance again any time soon. Click here for more information and here for tickets. Address: Olaf Ryes plass 11 How to get there: Trams 11/12/13 to Schous plass Photo: parkteatret.no

Mk’s Marvellous Medicine, Buckleys, July 23 at 16:00 and 22:00 Norwegian power-trio fronted by guitar virtuoso Marie Kristin Dale. MK’s Marvellous Medicine can be found playing on various Norwegian stages this summer. Click here for tickets. Address: Lille Grensen 7 How to get there: All metro lines to Stortinget Photo: buckleys.no

THEATRE & SHOW

Vandreteater på Akershus Festning, July 1 - August 14 at 12:00 Walk through 700 years of history at Akershus Fortress! Professional actors as well as the audience move around on the fortress grounds. The walk starts and ends at Michael von Sundts plass in the fortress grounds. The performance is in English. Click here for more information (in Norwegian). Address: Akershus Fortress How to get there: Trams 12/13/19 to Kontraskjæret Photo: akershusfestning.no

Sofie Reed, Buckleys, July 16 at 16:00 Blues/folk/roots artist Sofie Reed is a one man-band who writes and performs her own songs, plays the dulcimer, lap steel, ukulele and harmonica while trampling on an old wooden box. Soulful, raw and charismatic, superbly entertaining, with a rare ability to capture the audience’s interest and hold on to it. Click here for more information (in Norwegian). Address: Lille Grensen 7

How to get there: All metro lines to Stortinget Photo: buckleys.no Photo: FAMILY & CHILDREN

Star Wårs, Sentralen, July 14 – 16 Family theatre based (rather loosely) on the Star Wars saga. Performed in Norwegian. Click here for more information and tickets. Address: Øvre Slottsgate 3

How to get there: Trams 12/13/19 to Christiania torv Photo: sentralen.no

Ruffen og den Flyvende Hollender, Vigelandsparken, Circus Tent by the Monolith, until July 10 Children’s theatre (in Norwegian). In the middle of a summer dressed Frogner Park, by the monolith, you will find a traditional cultural summer activity for the whole family. Ruffen og den Flyvende Hollender (Ruffen and the Flying Dutchman). How big must one be to be able to help? Ruffen is a small sea serpent living on an island that is invisible to humans. One day, Ruffen spots the Flying Dutchman - a ghost ship with a captain doomed to sail restlessly around the seven seas forever. Despite her grandmother’s warnings, Ruffen embarks on a quest to help the Dutchman. A summer experience you will not want to miss! Click here for more information (in Norwegian) and here for tickets. Address: Vigelandsparken, Nobels gate 32

How to get there: Tram 12 to Vigelandsparken Photo: sommerteateret.no

Karius og Baktus, Vigelandsparken, Circus Tent by the Monolith, until July 31 Children’s theatre (in Norwegian). The main characters, Karius and Baktus, are puns on Caries and Bacteria, and they are two small “tooth trolls” that live inside cavities in the teeth of a boy named Jens. They have a very good life, especially when Jens eats white bread with syrup and fails to brush his teeth afterwards. Eventually their homes are destroyed by the work of a dentist and they are rinsed out of Jens’ mouth through proper dental care. With its humorous illustrations and important message, the story of Karius and Baktus has become a classic of Norwegian children’s literature. Since its publication, the idea of “tooth trolls” has been used as a pedagogical device for generations of Scandinavian children. Click here for more information (in Norwegian) and here for tickets. Address: Vigelandsparken, Nobels gate 32

Photo: ticketmaster.no How to get there: Tram 12 to Vigelandsparken

Pirate Cruise, SS Jomfruen, until August 28 at 12:00 and 14:00 Pirate cruise for children. There will be a treasure hunt, face painting, pirate sausage and pirate dance! Click here for more information and tickets. Address: Rådhusbrygge 3 How to get there: Trams 12/13/19 to Aker Brygge SPORT

Norway Cup, Ekebergsletta, July 31 – August 6 International football tournament for children and youth ages 10-19, organised by Bækkelagets Sportsklub. Norway Cup has been an annual event since 1972, and is one of the largest tournaments of its kind in the world, with 30,000 participants from all parts of the globe. The tournament lasts for one week, starting at the end of July/ beginning of August every year. Fun activities at Ekebergsletta during the games include concerts, miniature golf, a celebrity match, a fun fair, competitions and much more. Click here for more information.

Address: Ekebergsletta Photo: norwaycup.no How to get there: Buses 34 Ekeberg hageby/ Ekeberg Camping

FIRST NIGHT MOVIES

A Hologram for the King (USA), July 15 A failed American businessman looks to recoup his losses by traveling to Saudi Arabia and selling his idea to a wealthy monarch. With Tom Hanks, Tom Skerritt, Sarita Choudhury, Tracey Fairaway, Megan Maczko, Dhaffer L’Abidine, Jay Abdo, Jane Perry, Khalid Laith, David Menkin, Omar Elba and Michael Baral. Photo: nfkino.no

Istid: På Kollisjonskurs/Ice Age 5 (USA), July 15 Animation film dubbed in Norwegian. Manny, Diego, and Sid join up with Buck to fend off a meteor strike that would destroy the world. Photo: nfkino.no

Ghostbusters (USA), July 22 Following a ghost invasion of Manhattan, paranormal enthusiasts Erin Gilbert and Abby Yates, nuclear engineer Jillian Holtzmann, and subway worker Patty Tolan band together to stop the otherworldly threat. With Melissa McCarthy, Kristen Wiig, Kate McKinnon, Cecily Stron, Leslie Jones and Chris Hemsworth. Photo: nfkino.no

Light Out (USA), July 22 When her little brother, Martin, experiences the same events that once tested her sanity, Rebecca works to unlock the truth behind the terror, which brings her face to face with an entity that has an attachment to their mother, Sophie. With Teresa Palmer, Emily Alyn Lind and Alicia Vela-Bailey. Photo: nfkino.no

Bad Moms (USA), July 29 When three overworked and under-appreciated moms are pushed beyond their limits, they ditch their conventional responsibilities for a jolt of long overdue freedom, fun, and comedic self-indulgence. With Mila Kunis, Kristen Bell, Christina Applegate and Jada Pinkett Smith. Photo: nfkino.no Everybody Wants Some!! (USA), July 29 A group of college baseball players navigate their way through the freedoms and responsibilities of unsupervised adulthood. With Blake Jenner, Juston Street, Ryan Guzman, Tyler Hoechlin, Wyatt Russell and Glen Powell. Photo: nfkino.no

Jason Bourne (USA), July 29 Jason Bourne, now remembering who he truly is, tries to uncover hidden truths about his past. With Matt Damon, Julia Stiles, Alicia Vikander, Tommy Lee jones and Vincent Cassel. Photo: nfkino.no

Truman (ARG/SPA), July 29 Julián receives an unexpected visit from his friend Tomás, who lives in Canada. The two men, accompanied by Julián’s faithful dog, Truman, will share emotional and surprising moments prompted by Julián’s complicated situation. With Ricardo Darín, Javier Cámara, Javier Gutiérrez, Ricardo Darín, Javier Cámara, Javier Gutiérrez, Dolores Fonzi, Eduard Fernández, Alex Brendemuhl,

Pedro Casablanc and José Luis Gómez. Photo: nfkino.no

OUTSIDE OF OSLO

Olavs Hall and “Tusen rike år ” - a gift to the city, Borgarsyssel Museum, July 29 from 11:00 – 19:30 Borgarsyssel Museum’s contribution to the city of Sarpsborg and its population on the occasion of its 1000 year anniversary is Olavs Hall, a brand new building filled with history, exhibitions and a thirty meter high watchtower. On July 29, His Majesty King Harald will inaugurate Olavs hall, a 900 m2 building that will accommodate multiple exhibitions, a shop and a café. There will also be guided tours of the old houses in the open air museum. Click here for more information (in Norwegian).

Address: Gamlebygata 8, Sarpsborg Photo: ostfoldmuseene.no

We wish you all a lovely weekend!

Best regards, The INN Team

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