Opening Concert
Folk music concerts with local artists and ceremonies to open the festival
~18:00
Bø Folk Music Festival
Telemarkfestivalen
Bø, Norway
Aug 7 - 10, 2025ConfirmedSource
Each year, the town of Bø in Telemark hosts a festival of Norwegian folk music. Traditional and modern sounds, including the famed Hardanger fiddle, fill concerts and workshops in the scenic countryside, in a celebration that works to preserve and renew the nation's musical heritage.
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Day 1 · Aug 7
Where it happens
Bø kyrkje
Bø, Norway
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Plan the timing
Traditional bunad or county Sami costume (optional)
Respect local boundaries
Treat performers and villagers with respect; avoid disruptive behavior.
Practical notes
Crowds & timing
Crowd level: high.
Tickets
Ticket required: NOK350 - NOK950
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REGIONAL COMMUNITY & FOLK LIFE
Bø Folk Music Festival
Telemarkfestivalen
Bø, Norway
Each year, the town of Bø in Telemark hosts a festival of Norwegian folk music. Traditional and modern sounds, including the famed Hardanger fiddle, fill concerts and workshops in the scenic countryside, in a celebration that works to preserve and renew the nation's musical heritage.
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Aug 7 - 10, 2025Confirmed dates
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Bø has a long history of traditional Norwegian music, especially Hardanger fiddle music. Telemarkfestivalen celebrates this heritage by bringing together acclaimed local fiddlers and international folk artists. The festival community values the fusion of past and present folk traditions, creating a cultural exchange in an intimate small-town atmosphere.
Key moments to know
Day 1Aug 7~18:00Expected
Opening Concert
Folk music concerts with local artists and ceremonies to open the festival
How to show up well
first-timer tips
Plan the timing
Traditional bunad or county Sami costume (optional)
Respect local boundaries
Treat performers and villagers with respect; avoid disruptive behavior.
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Aug 7 - 10, 2025
Confirmed
City / Area
Bø
Eastern Norway (Telemark)
Cost
NOK350 - NOK950
Book ahead if required
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Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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