Program in english
Oslo havnelangs – Open Day in the Port, September 1, 2024
Port of Oslo invites you to enjoyable experiences suitable for all ages. Free entertainment with open boats, maritime delights, pirate theater, art, culture, sports, and games. Learn about the marine environment and the port's history and future.
Visit the harbor promenade from Trettenparken at Filipstad to Bjørvika.
Free historic buses will run between Akershusstranda, Bjørvika, and Jernbanetorget, and a free boat service will be available between Vippetangen and Trettenparken.
Our staff will walk along the harbor promenade wearing orange vests. Feel free to ask us any questions.
Filipstad
POST 1 ROBOTS
Test-drive the robots and see what they find in the sea. Build and race your own rubber band boat with the students from Makerspace. OsloMet, Trettenparken.
POST 2 QIGONG
Discover the movement technique of qigong and learn some simple exercises. Exercise demonstrations will be held at 12:00, 13:00, and 14:00, with basic training sessions at 12:15, 13:15, and 14:15. Organized by Biyunforeningen i Norge, Trettenparken.
POST 3 SKATING
Free rolling activities. Instructors provide tips and guidance. Suitable for children of all ages. Skur 13, Filipstad.
POST 4 CAPTAIN KID
Meet Captain Kid and his talented face painters! Join in the quiz for a chance to win great prizes. Color Line Cruises, Trettenparken.
POST 5 ELIAS: THE LITTLE RESCUE BOAT
Sail with the little Rescue Boat Elias. Learn how to use a lifeline and life buoy, and get valuable tips on checking a life jacket. Organized by the Norwegian Sea Rescue Society, outside Skur 13. Tjuvholmen / Aker Brygge
POST 6 ASTRUP FEARNLEY MUSEUM
Guided tours of the anniversary exhibition Before Tomorrow at 14:00 and 15:00. Paper workshop for children at 13:00. Adults must purchase an entrance ticket. Astrup Fearnley Museum, Tjuvholmen.
POST 7 FREE SAUNA, SUP, AND KAYAK RENTAL
Enjoy free access to a floating sauna, SUP, and kayaking at Tjuvholmen. Dive in and have a great time on the water! Madgoats, Tjuvholmen.
POST 8 PIER DANCE
Pier dance from 12:00 to 16:00. Enjoy a variety of dance music and instructors. Kom og Dans, Tingvallakaia.
Rådhusbryggene
POST 9 MEET PELICAN
Discover Pelican II, the Port of Oslo's electric environmental boat, which collects tons of garbage each year. Watch as a drone detects both marine life and trash on the seabed. Port of Oslo, Honnørbrygga.
POST 10 LIGHTHOUSE TOUR TO DYNA LIGHTHOUSE
Join the bathing boat Sjøbad II for a trip to Dyna Lighthouse, celebrating its 150th anniversary. Onboard, you’ll hear the history of both the lighthouse and the boat. Until 1980, Sjøbad II transported bathers to Hovedøya Bath; now it takes guests to the restaurant at the lighthouse. Boat trips at 12:30 and 14:30. Limited to 40 people per trip, available on a first-come, first-served basis. Children under 3 years old should bring their own life jacket. Guided tours are available on the boat while it is docked at Rådhusbrygga. Oslo Havn- Preco - Norsk fyrforening, Rådhusbrygge 1 – Dyna fyr.
POST 11 REAL SEA SCOUTS
Explore the world of sailing aboard the ship Mohawk. Enjoy a variety of activities, games, and competitions. Oslo KFUM Sea Scouts, Rådhusbrygge 1.
Akershusstranda
POST 12 AKERSHUS FESTIVAL - in collaboration with Oslo Havnelangs
Experience open traditional boats, classic cars and motorcycles, traditional crafts, local history, and music. Plus, several activities for children. Oslo Maritime Cultural Harbor in collaboration with various cultural heritage associations, Akershusstranda.
POST 13 AKERSHUS FESTIVAL - VETERAN BOAT
Take a guided tour of the museum vessel Børøysund and discover the workings of an old coal-fired steamship. Enjoy hands-on activities for children with prizes, and admire the majestic classic cars on the quay. Norsk Veteranskibsklub, Nordre Akershuskai.
POST 14 AKERSHUS FESTIVAL – KYSTLAGET VIKEN
Open boat workshop and ice fishing rod workshop for children. Try your luck fishing with your own ice fishing rod. Watch Sollerud Boatbuilders restore a vintage sloop in the workshop. Meet students and explore their creations. Waffles and coffee are available for purchase. Don’t miss a visit to the Hovedøya ferry. Kystlaget Viken, Nordre Akershuskai.
POST 15 AKERSHUS FESTIVAL – “MINESVEIPEREN"
Visit the veteran ship M314 Alta. Venneforeningen M314 Alta, Nordre Akershuskai.
POST 16 POLICE BOAT
Come aboard the police boats and meet the officers. If they’re not docked when you arrive, they’re out on a mission. Sjøtjenesten Oslo politidistrikt, Skur 30.
POST 17 FIRE BOAT
The fireboat Redningen uses water cannons to put out fires. If it’s not here when you arrive, it’s out on a mission. The Oslo Fire and Rescue Department, Skur 30.
POST 18 VisitOSLO
Welcome to VisitOSLO's cycling tourist information. Tips on attractions and activities. VisitOSLO – cycling along the harbor promenade.
Vippetangen
POST 19 GET TO KNOW NORWEGIAN PEOPLE'S AID
Ever wondered what the inside of an ambulance looks like? Come meet us, learn about our work, and explore one of our ambulances. Enjoy face painting and fun activities with prizes. Norwegian People's Aid Oslo, Søndre Akershuskai / Vippetangen. Vippetangen by Skur 38
POST 20 SAILING SHIP CHRISTIAN RADICH
Guided tour of Oslo's pride, the full-rigged ship and training vessel from 1937. Learn the art of sailing-knots aboard this historic ship. Christian Radich, Vippetangen.
POST 21 SKUR 38
Originally built for the Norwegian America Line, this building has been restored and now houses the Port of Oslo's administration. Discover the port's rich history and future plans. Port of Oslo, Vippetangen.
POST 22 PAPER DOLLS AND OSLO HISTORY
Step back in time to Oslos port in the early 1800s! Create your own paper doll dressed in 1820s fashion to take home. Explore how Oslo and its port have evolved from the Middle Ages through the 1600s, 1700s, and into today. Tidvis As, Skur 38 Vippetangen.
POST 23 HISTORICAL HARBOR TOURS
Tour at 12:00: Christiania 1624. 400 years of harbor history in 1 km. Tour at 14:00: From Vippetangen to Langkaia - In the Footsteps of Emigrants. Historian Erik C. Ødemark, Vippetangen. Meeting point outside Port of Oslo's main entrance, Akershusstranda 19 (Skur 38). Please note that these tours are in Norwegian only.
POST 24 UKRAINIAN ASSOCIATION
Activities and sales of food and souvenirs. Puppet workshop for children. Painting workshop. Learn Ukrainian dance. Norsk Ukrainastøtte, Vippetangen.
POST 25 DISCOVER LIFE UNDERWATER
Aquarium! Come and explore some of the marine life with marine biologists. Lei en Biolog, Vippetangen.
POST 26 RUSKEN
Join Rusken in fishing for trash and help sort the catch. Rusken Oslo kommune, Vippetangen.
POST 27 BUILD A LOBSTER HOUSE
Meet the lobster in the aquarium. Children can build lobster houses that will be placed in the Oslofjord. Learn about lobsters and conservation areas, marine beneficial gardens, beach cleaning, and ghost gear. Marine Repairers, Vippetangen.
POST 28 ENVIRONMENT AND STREET ART
Take a trip with the coastal patrol boat. Get creative with street art and explore clothing for sale. Vålerenga Hockey organizes fun activities for children. UngNorge, Vippetangen.
POST 29 MARITIME MUSEUM
Oslo marks its 400th anniversary since the great city fire of 1624, which devastated the old town on the eastern side of the port. The new city rose from the ashes in what is now Kvadraturen. Archaeologists will showcase findings from past city fires in old Oslo, including the pivotal day of August 17, 1624. The Norwegian Maritime Museum, Vippetangen.
POST 30 CAPTAIN REDBEARD
Join the pirate party with Captain Redbeard! Enjoy shows at 13:00 and 15:00. Captain Redbeard, Vippetangen.
POST 31 PHOTO EXHIBITION
Explore the photo exhibition "Dreams in the Harbor," where you can find a dream in every picture. This exhibition is Port of Oslo's contribution to the city's 2024 anniversary celebration. Port of Oslo – Vippetangen – on the fences in front of Oslo Harbor's main office and along Normandieparken by the road.
POST 32 SKONNERTEN SVANEN
Step aboard the 100-year-old Svanen and experience life at sea. Try out a hammock and participate in a fun scavenger hunt. Hosted by the Norwegian Maritime Museum, SS Svanen, Vippetangen.
POST 33 VISIT THE ELECTRIC TUGBOAT ELECTRA
The tugboat Electra is Europe's first electric tugboat. Welcome on board. If we're not here, we're out on a mission. Buksèr og Berging, Vippetangen.
POST 34 OSLO FISH MARKET
Experience seafood at its finest! The Oslo Fish Market opens its doors, offering a unique insight into how seafood is handled and processed. Taste our freshest products, discover the treasures of the sea, and learn more about the businesses that make the market thrive. Fiskehallen, Vippetangen.
POST 35 CREATE ART WITH BLUE CLAY
Learn to work with blue clay sourced from Bjørvika, combined with straw and sand. Join ceramicist Halvor Skiftun Digernes for a hands-on workshop suitable for all ages. Refreshments will be provided. Vippa, Vippetangen.
Ferry Terminal/Revierkaia/Langkaia
POST 36 FUN WITH DFDS
Spin the Wheel of Fortune for a chance to win a MiniCruise to Copenhagen! Meet our mascot, Jack the Pirate, and enjoy a mini-concert featuring "ABBA." Play and learn with the Sailor's Club agents—get a sneak peek of how we train little sailors on each voyage. Discover fun facts about whales and dolphins in the Oslofjord, shared by the ORCA staff. Plus, enjoy a bouncy castle, free ice cream, and temporary tattoos for children (while supplies last). Today's artist and host: Kim Rune. DFDS, Vippetangen.
POST 37 CUSTOMS
Visit the customs officers and see how they inspect goods for drugs and other smuggled items. Watch customs dogs in action at 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, and 15:00. Check out a mobile scanner that detects smuggling. Learn about the features of counterfeit goods and why it's important to combat their import. Norwegian Customs, Revierkaia.
POST 38 CULTURE SALT
Join SaraLy and a full band for a sing-along concert for all ages. Experience the joy of music and singing in this lively event. The Trio band will spread infectious musical energy. KIGO and SALT, Langkaia.
POST 39 EXPLORE OSLO'S COMMERCIAL CARGO PORT
Join a guided boat tour to Norway's largest container port. Tours are available at 13:00 and 14:30. One tour per person. Port of Oslo, Langkaia – MS Plenty.
Bjørvika
POST 40 THE SEA FOR EVERYONE
Enjoy a tour on a boat accessible to wheelchair users. Free waffles for children and a maritime lottery for adults. Sjøen for alle, Langkaia –MS Arnøy
POST 41 SAUNA
Warm up and take a dip in the sea! Book a family-friendly sauna session. Free for children aged 6 to 12 when accompanied by an adult. Maximum two children per adult, and children must be able to swim or wear a life jacket. Advance booking is required. Don’t forget your swimwear. Oslo Sauna Association, Langkaia. POST 42 OSLO LØA Oslo's first floating experience center focused on marine littering in the Oslofjord. Oslo Løa, Langkaia. Bjørvika
POST 43 THE OPERA
Guided tour. See the opera backstage and find out what happens before the curtain rises. Tickets must be purchased. The Norwegian Opera and Ballet, Bjørvika.
POST 44 PHOTO EXHIBITION SUKKERBITEN
Guided tour of the photo exhibition “The Shipping Forecast” by Mark Power at 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, and 15:00. The exhibition features photos and texts from the seas around the British Isles. Fotografihuset, Sukkerbiten in Bjørvika.
POST 45 CLEANUP AND FREE SAUNA
Join us in cleaning up the Oslofjord! Fjord Clean Up will supply gloves and bags, and you'll earn free access to our floating saunas as a reward. Oslo Fjord Sauna / Fjord CleanUP, Bjørvika
POST 46 DNT - DNT FRILUFTSHUSET/DNT
Outdoor House Try kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding with our drop-in sessions. Bring your swimwear and towel; instructors will provide support and tips. Friluftshuset DNT Oslo og omegn, Sørenga.