What happens in Vadsø in summer, and in winter?
Last updated: 8 October 2026
Short answer
Summer has Varangerfestivalen (August), Kvenfestivalen – Kväänifestivaali (June), Varanger Saunafestival (June), Sommerbyen and the midnight sun. Winter and spring have northern lights, Julebyen, Tana-Varangerrennet (April) and Valo Rock (May). The dates are under annual events in the calendar.
In more detail
The annual events are Varangerfestivalen (August), Kvenfestivalen – Kväänifestivaali (June), Varanger Saunafestival (June), VAKE – Varanger Arctic Kite Enduro (April), Tana-Varangerrennet (April) and Valo Rock (May). Vadsø Business Association also organises Sommerbyen and Julebyen.