Cultural Calendar November

Are you the type of person who, as soon as mørketid approaches, just wishes to crawl up in bed and never leave the house? Or are you someone who cannot get enough of yellow leaves, foggy mornings, and early sunsets? Either way, you should try at least one of these activities before the christmas holiday season sneaks up on all of us. So buckle up, remember to take your daily fish oil, and get ready for the ultimate list of things to do in Oslo on chilly November days.

‘Film fra Sør’ Festival: Films from the South

‘Film fra Sør’ is a festival that celebrates the Global South, and it returns this year with a program built around this year’s theme: Mother. It opens with ‘No Good Men’ by Shahrbanoo Sadat, and closes with ‘Elephants in the Fog’, a jury prize winner at Cannes. Beyond the screenings, there are artists talks, lessons, events at Vega Scene and a Brazilian club night at Trekanten, among others.

When: 5. – 15. November

Where: Cinemateket, Vega Scene, and other venues

Price: 175 kr regular / 145 kr for students. A student festival pass costs 825 kr.

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Jul i Vinterland

Christmas arrives early to the city centre in Oslo. From November 7th, Spikersuppa fills the streets with festive stalls, treats, gift ideas and attractions, including an ice-skating rink. It’s a cozy place to start your Christmas shopping or to just soak up the atmosphere with friends.

When: 7. November – 3. January

Where: Spikersuppa (Nationaltheatret)

Price: Free

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Free Movie Nights

Is there a better combination than a good movie and free popcorn? The student bar Amatøren is hosting two movie nights this month, and the film is a surprise! They will drop hints about the movies along the way in their social media. Doors open at 19:00, the movie starts around 19:30 and the bar closes 30 minutes after the movie ends.

When: 9. and 23. November, 19:00

Where: Amatøren Student Bar, Sogn

Price: Free

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MUNCH Open Studio: Drawing, Identity and Culture

MUNCH’s youth programme invites young people to its drop-in workshop space for an evening of creativity. This month’s session is led by the Norwegian-Chilean artist Victor Guzman, who explores how culture and history can inspire and shape the way we create. Spots are limited (first come, first serve) so arrive early!

When: 20. November (17:30 – 21:00)

Where: MUNCH (Bjørvika)

Price: Free (under 25)

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JazzJam at Chateau Neuf

Looking for a cozy night of live music? Students from the Norwegian Academy of Music take over Chateau Neuf’s Bokcaféen, a small pub space on the second floor, for an evening of jazz and good vibes!

When: 17. November (20:00 – 23:00)

Where: Chateau Neuf

Price: Free 

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Christmas Tree Lighting at the University Square

Every year on the first Sunday of Advent, the big Christmas tree in front of the old University building on Karl Johans gate is lit up, marking the start of the Christmas season. It’s a good chance to catch and glance to the first Christmas lights with a cup of coffee or warm chocolate!

When: 29. November (17:00 –19:00)

Where: Universitetsplassen

Price: Free

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