Opening ceremony
Symphonic opening of the 73rd Festival.
The traditional free event at Torgallmenningen marks the start of the 2025 Bergen International Festival.
On stage, the Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra will perform, there will be speeches for the occasion and the traditional singing of Nystemten and the Norwegian national anthem Ja, vi elsker.
'It is with great pleasure that we can confirm that Her Majesty Queen Sonja will attend the opening day of the Bergen International Festival 2025,' says Festival Director Lars Petter Hagen.
This year's Festival offers 15 days of experiences for thousands of people – on, in front of, and behind the stage – with around half of the events being free of charge.
A warm welcome to the opening of the 73rd edition of the Bergen International Festival!
Image: Prime minister Jonas Gahr Støre at the 2024 opening ceremony (photo: Synne S. B. Bønes)
Recommended age
All ages
Language
Performed in Norwegian
Sign language interpretation available
Contributors
Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra
More contributors, programme and speakers to be announced
Practical information
Seating available. Arrive early in order to secure a seat.
The use of umbrellas is not permitted on the premises.
The opening ceremony will be streamed on fib.no.
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