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Christmas spirit in Sunnhordland

Winter
Last updated: 29.10.2025
Bømlo Teater - Petter Tubaas
Bømlo Teater - Petter Tubaas

Experience the Christmas spirit in Sunnhordland! Visit charming Christmas markets, enjoy a delicious holiday meal, and take in a magical christmas performance. Here you'll find some of the best experiences in Sunnhordland, guaranteed to put you in the perfect christmas spirit.

Moster Amfi
Moster Amfi|© Moster Amfi
Christmas Markets in Sunnhordland

Christmas markets

November and December are packed with Christmas markets. Here, you can discover local treasures and find unique gifts for the whole family.

Christmas market in Mostar Amfi

Christmas market in Mostar Amfi

Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 November, from 11:AM to 5:00 PM

Christmas fair at Stord Cultural House

Christmas fair at Stord Cultural House

Christmas fair - 28. November!

Julemarked på Bekkjarvik Gjestgiveri

Julemarked på Bekkjarvik Gjestgiveri

Velkommen til julemarked Gled dere til å oppleve en stemningsfull førjulstid på Bekkjarvik Gjestgiveri.

The taste of christmas in Sunnhordland

One of the most important ingredients for true christmas spirit is a delicious holiday meal. In Sunnhordland, you’ll find several unique places across the region where you can enjoy the flavours of christmas.

Find peace and warmth with a traditional Christmas lunch in the historic surroundings of Haaheim Gard on Tysnes, where the season is celebrated with care and tradition. Experience Bekkjarvik Gjestgiveri in Austevoll – offering a dining experience you’ll never forget. Or visit Kulleseidkanalen Gjestehamn, the perfect spot for a cozy family christmas meal.

On Stord, both Brasseriet and Bar 59 at Stord Hotell invite you to a first-class Christmas experience in beautifully decorated surroundings.
Here, in the heart of Sunnhordland, you’ll enjoy a warm and flavourful taste of the festive season.

Haaheim Gaard - Restaurant

Haaheim Gaard - Restaurant

Savour the flavours of a bygone era in the restaurant, wake up to the smell of newly-baked bread fresh from the oven.

Kokk som tilbereder blåskjell og pasta på restaurant-kjøkken.

Brasserie- og Bar 59

Exciting food and entertainment are important ingredients in a pleasant stay.

Enjoy more christmas meal in Sunnhordland

Share a family Christmas meal

Nothing brings family and friends together quite like a good Christmas meal. Such a gathering gives us the chance to share memories and soak in the festive spirit that slowly fills the air. In November and December, several of our partners offer family Christmas dinners and seasonal menus – welcoming everyone to join in the holiday celebration.

Familiejulebord på Bekkjarvik Gjestgiveri

Familiejulebord på Bekkjarvik Gjestgiveri

Velkommen til et koselig familiejulebord!

Familiejulebord hos Kulleseidkanalen Gjestehamn

Familiejulebord hos Kulleseidkanalen Gjestehamn

Søndag 30.november og søndag 7.desember er det duka for familiejulebord. Ta med deg gjengen din og nyt førjulstida.

Christmas table at MS Sunnhordland

Christmas table at MS Sunnhordland

A festive Christmas party with delicious food, maritime charm, and a cozy atmosphere on board at MS Sunnhordland.

Pre-Christmas atmosphere with holiday performances

Get the whole family in the holiday spirit with magical christmas shows in Sunnhordland! On Bømlo, you can experience Christmas at Kutoppen – a festive favorite for kids and adults alike. For a more classic Christmas experience, don’t miss Grand Kyiv Ballet: Snowqueen at Stord Kulturhus, or Snøfall at Bekkjarvik.

From heartwarming family fun to traditional christmas concerts, there’s something for everyone. Capture the magic of the season – and make sure to get your tickets before they’re gone!

Bømlo Teater - Peter Tubaas
Bømlo Teater - Peter Tubaas
Theatre and Concerts in Sunnhordland

Christmas Performances in Sunnhordland

Read more about these highlighted places and attractions in Sunnhordland.

Jul på Kutoppen

Jul på Kutoppen

Eit skinande stjerneshow med Klara og vener!

Snøfall

Snøfall

A new magical Christmas tradition in Austevoll!

Grand Kyiv Ballet: Snødronningen

Grand Kyiv Ballet: Snødronningen

Grand Kyiv Ballet presents a unique collaboration between choreographer Alexander Abdukarimov and Finnish composer Tuomas Kantelinen.

Unique Christmas Getaway

Looking for a getaway from the holiday hustle, or perhaps the perfect gift for someone who has everything? We recommend a unique stay in Sunnhordland. Head out to the coast and experience the winter weather up close in one of the "Storm Cabins" on Bømlo, or take your friends or family on a mountain hike and spend the night in the "Himmelhyttene" on Stord.

Stormhyttene på Bømlo i solnedgang, vinter.
© Gullvegen Gardstun
Stangeland Gard

Stangeland Gard

Experience historic stays and glamping at Stangeland Gard by the sea on Stolmen, with local food and unique nature adventures all year round.

Unique Accommodations in Sunnhordland

Enjoy the magic of christmas conserts

Nothing sets the holiday mood quite like a Christmas concert. Sit back, enjoy the music, and let the calm of the season wash over you. From intimate church performances to grand stage shows – in Sunnhordland, you’ll find concerts that touch both heart and soul.

Christmas conserts

Check our event calendar for additional christmas concerts.

Christmas Concert with Hanne Sørvaag

Christmas Concert with Hanne Sørvaag

«Så ha ei god jul, då!» – Tenorane and Steffen Horn

«Så ha ei god jul, då!» – Tenorane and Steffen Horn

The Tenors and Steffen Horn

Christmasjam with Pallebandet

Christmasjam with Pallebandet

Kulleseidkanelen guest harbour invites to christmasjam.

Christmas activities for the whole family

In the lead-up to Christmas, Sunnhordland offers a variety of enjoyable activities for the entire family. At Sunnhordlandstunet, you can join “Christmas at the Museum,” featuring activities for both children and adults, such as making your own Christmas ornaments or gifts. On Austevoll, Bekkjarvik Experience is ready to take you on RIB adventures, kayaking trips, and a variety of other exciting activities.

Activitys for the whole family

Christmas activities for the whole family

Read more about these highlighted places and attractions in Sunnhordland.

Jul på Sunnhordland Museum!

Jul på Sunnhordland Museum!

Laurdag 29. november blir det «Jul på museet» frå kl. 11:00 – 15:30.

Jul med Lubbesnissane

Jul med Lubbesnissane

Eit syngjespel for familien om den beste julegåva i heile verda

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