Festival23.–25. juli 2026
Bugøynesfestivalen📍 Bugøynes, Sør-Varanger
Musikk, mat og kultur under midnattssola
About Bugøynesfestivalen
Bugøynesfestivalen is a music and culture festival taking place under the midnight sun in the beautiful village of Bugøynes. The festival brings audiences together for fantastic music, good food and beautiful nature in the fishing village by Varangerfjorden. The 2026 program runs from July 23 to 25, featuring Luis Guzman and music bingo on Thursday, Åge Sten Nilsen, Eisa Peita, Han Helge & Han Håkon and Luis Guzman on Friday, and Lazz, Nordans, Shades of Dire Straits and Serhiy on Saturday. Tickets are sold via Hoopla: festival pass 1785 kr, Early Bird 1440 kr and day pass for Friday or Saturday 880 kr. Practical information, tickets and volunteer form are available on the festival's own website.
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Directions📍 Tyttebærveien 12, 9935 Bugøynes
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Hedvig House
0.9 kmCharming guesthouse in the heart of Bugøynes
Hedvig House is a historic guesthouse in the heart of Bugøynes, just 50 meters from Restaurant Bistroen. Once a shop and bank – today offering clean and simple rooms with shared kitchen and living area right by Varangerfjorden.
Kiurijärvi-huset
0.9 kmCharming guesthouse in the heart of Bugøynes
Kiurijärvi House is a charming guesthouse in the heart of Bugøynes, run by Explore Bugøynes. Stay in newly renovated rooms with shared bathrooms, or in a private suite with en-suite bathroom, sauna and fully equipped kitchen – within easy reach of everything the village has to offer.
Bugøynes Opplevelser – Hytter
0.9 kmCharming cabins right by the beach in Bugøynes
Two cosy cabins right by the beach and sea in Bugøynes, an idyllic gem on Varangerfjorden. Here you can enjoy views over the ocean and the midnight sun, with a sauna and the refreshing Arctic Sea just beside you.
🍽️ Places to eat nearby
Bugøynes Bistro
0.9 kmLocal food with passion by Varangerfjord
Family-run dining establishment at Bugøynes featuring local ingredients, seafood from the Barents Sea, and king crab.
Egnebuloftet
1.5 kmBugøynes' best gastropub with sea views
Egnebuloftet is Bugøynes' leading gastropub – a seafood restaurant and bar with outdoor seating and views over the harbor. Local dishes such as king crab and fish are served alongside a pub menu and a wide selection of beverages. Egnebuloftet is operated by Explore Bugøynes.
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Smør Bakeri og Kafé
13 kmFreshly baked bread and homemade food in Vadsø
Smør Bakery and Café in Vadsø offers freshly baked bread, cakes, coffee and simple lunch fare. A cozy spot for breakfast or lunch.
🔭 Experiences nearby
Kongekrabbesafari Bugøynes
0.9 kmRIB safari for king crab in Varangerfjorden
Join a king crab safari from Bugøynes by RIB boat and learn to catch the Arctic crab with a local guide. The tour concludes with a king crab lunch made from your own catch at Restaurant Bistroen.
Sailing The Good Life
13 kmSailing experiences in arctic Varanger
Sailing and RIB experiences on Varangerfjorden from Vadsø – king crab and fishing safaris, fjord sailing, northern lights and midnight sun tours, run by Trude and Roar.
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Kooperativet Kulturscene
13 kmEvent organizer in Vadsø
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