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Holiday ideas

Christmas spirit in Sunnhordland

Winter
Last updated: 01.12.2025
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.

Christmas Markets

The festive season is fast approaching, and with it comes the opening of the beloved Christmas markets. Soon, the Christmas lights will be twinkling, and the air will be filled with the scent of open fires and spiced mulled wine. These markets are a perfect place to gather with others, sample unique seasonal treats, pick out that special Christmas gift, and soak up the warm holiday spirit. In Sunnhordland, you’ll find both large and small Christmas markets popping up throughout the entire Advent season.

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

Christmas markets

The scent of spices, the sound of carols – and gifts you’ll actually want to give. Christmas markets are calling.

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.

Share a family Christmas meal

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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.

Enjoy more christmas meal in 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!

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.

Bømlo Teater - Peter Tubaas
Bømlo Teater - Peter Tubaas

Christmas plays in Sunnhordland

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Jul på Kutoppen

Jul på Kutoppen

Eit skinande stjerneshow med Klara og vener!

Snøfall

Snøfall

A new magical Christmas tradition in Austevoll!

Jul med Lubbesnissane

Jul med Lubbesnissane

Eit syngjespel for familien om den beste julegåva i heile verda

Theatre and Concerts 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.

Activitys for the whole family

Christmas activities for the whole family

Read more about these highlighted places and attractions in Sunnhordland.

Christmas at Sunnhordland Museum!

Christmas at Sunnhordland Museum!

Saturday, November 29: “Christmas at the Museum” Join us from 11:00 AM to 3:30 PM for a festive day at Sunnhordland Museum!!

Christmas Market at Årbakka Trading Post

Christmas Market at Årbakka Trading Post

Welcome to the Christmas Market at Årbakka Trading Post on the First Sunday of Advent!

Jul på Ranchen

Jul på Ranchen

I år blir julemarknaden litt annleis – og kanskje endå meir stemningsfull. Heile Ranchen blir opna opp, og arrangementet får preg av ein ekte «opengard».

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.

The taste of christmas in Sunnhordland

A festive meal is a highlight of the season – and in Sunnhordland, you’ll find it served along both fjords and coast. From historic farms to beautifully decorated hotels and restaurants, the region offers warm and flavourful experiences that bring people together. Whether you’re planning a peaceful lunch or a joyful family gathering, the taste of Christmas is never far away – surrounded by candlelight, traditions, and a generous dose of holiday spirit.

Bekkjarvik Gjestgiveri - restaurant

Bekkjarvik Gjestgiveri - restaurant

Food is the cornerstone – and a passion.

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.

Gather around the Christmas table

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.

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
The storm cabins on Gullvegen Gardstun

The storm cabins on Gullvegen Gardstun

Unique accommodation close to the ocean.

Himmelhyttene tree top cabin

Himmelhyttene tree top cabin

High above the forest floor, among whispering treetops, one of Norway’s largest treehouses awaits – a night in nature you’ll never forget.

Unique Accommodations in Sunnhordland

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