Høvleriet is an established cultural and event venue in the centre of Haugesund, with roots dating back to the late 1800s. The historic building provides a setting that combines authentic character with functional solutions for today's use.
The premises are used for concerts, performances, festivals and various types of events. With a focus on quality and content, Høvleriet is an important part of the city's cultural life and is used throughout the year for both open and closed events.
What is the capacity of Høvleriet?
Høvleriet has a capacity of 800 people (seated).
Food and drink at Høvleriet
Høvleriet works closely with local food and drink suppliers and is happy to help you with this for your event. In the same building as Høvleriet is their own microbrewery, Garasjebryggeriet, so there are also opportunities for locally sourced drinks.
Rent Høvleriet for private or corporate events
You can rent Høvleriet for various events throughout the year. Please contact us by e-mail for prices and more information.
Does Høvleriet have its own technical equipment?
Høvleriet is well equipped with the necessary technical equipment. See the full overview here. The venue's three arenas are connected in a network of screens where information and concerts can be streamed directly from the main stage and around the venue.
Concerts and festivals at Høvleriet
Throughout the year, Høvleriet hosts a series of concerts with well-known artists from both Norway and abroad. Høvleriet is also known for its festivals, such as the annual Vise - og lyrikkfestivalen (song and poetry festival), Haugaland Prog rock festival and Haugesund Ølfestival (beer festival). In addition, Saturday jazz is organised from September to Easter from 14:00 to 17:00.
Is there parking at Høvleriet?
Høvleriet is centrally located in Haugesund city centre and has several parking spaces (for a fee) nearby. See an overview of parking in Haugesund city centre here.
Universal design
The venue is wheelchair accessible.
