Mid-festival jam session
Atmospheric late-night jam session where audience can mingle on stage and watch improvisation
Molde Jazz Festival
Moldejazz
Molde, Norway
Jul 22 - 26, 2026Expected
Each July, the fjord-side town of Molde hosts Moldejazz, one of Norway's oldest and biggest jazz festivals, running since 1961. International stars play the open-air main stage by the water while intimate club gigs fill the town, turning Molde into a jazz capital under the long northern light.
Key moments
Fireworks and opening ceremony
Spectators gather at the waterfront to enjoy a high-profile jazz performance and grand fireworks display
Where it happens
Aker Stadion (Main Stage)
Molde, Norway
Open in MapsHow to show up well
Respect local boundaries
Respect performance etiquette, especially indoors
Read the local rhythm
Casual; festival embraces jazz culture, no special attire needed
Practical notes
Crowds & timing
Crowd level: high.
Tickets
Ticket required: NOK150 - NOK1000
Reviewed mediaMAJOR COMMUNITY & FOLK LIFE
Molde Jazz Festival
Moldejazz
Molde, Norway
Each July, the fjord-side town of Molde hosts Moldejazz, one of Norway's oldest and biggest jazz festivals, running since 1961. International stars play the open-air main stage by the water while intimate club gigs fill the town, turning Molde into a jazz capital under the long northern light.
Access stepAccess needs a step
AnchorCultural anchor
Jul 22 - 26, 2026Expected dates
Verified this year
Saved locally on this device. A free account keeps your shortlist across devices.
The story behind it
Established in 1961, Moldejazz grew from a local jazz club initiative into an internationally renowned festival. It places Molde on the global jazz map and fosters Norway's jazz scene. Jazz is considered part of Molde’s identity, with icons like Arild Andersen associated with it. The festival also highlights Molde’s scenic panorama, blending music with natural beauty.
Key moments to know
Mid-festival jam session
Atmospheric late-night jam session where audience can mingle on stage and watch improvisation
Fireworks and opening ceremony
Spectators gather at the waterfront to enjoy a high-profile jazz performance and grand fireworks display
How to show up well
first-timer tips
Respect local boundaries
Respect performance etiquette, especially indoors
Read the local rhythm
Casual; festival embraces jazz culture, no special attire needed
Essentials at a glance
Date window
Jul 22 - 26, 2026
Estimated
City / Area
Molde
Western Norway (Møre og Romsdal)
Cost
NOK150 - NOK1000
Book ahead if required
Good for
Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
If you go, go with confidence.
Save this celebration to keep the date correct, get planning guidance, follow key moment updates, and build your trip around what matters.
Plan with confidence
Get your Attendance Blueprint
Travel solo with ease
Find tips and support that make it simple
Stay date-correct
We'll watch the date so you don't have to