May Fun
Are you in Oslo in May with your family? This year, the month is packed with extraordinary events and family-friendly activities. Here you'll find the full guide.
Pippi Longstocking at the circus
18 April–27 June 2026 at Det Norske Teatret
This spring, Pippi, Tommy and Annika are heading to the circus. Pippi would much rather join in than just watch, and of course that leads to plenty of mischief and confusion.
Hold on tight and step into the circus ring with Pippi in Oslo this spring!
P.S. Pippi speaks Norwegian, but she is very entertaining even if you don't understand everything she says!
UEFA Women's Champions League
23 May 2026, Ullevaal Stadium, Oslo
A major football celebration awaits as Europe’s most prestigious club final comes to Ullevaal Stadium for the first time. The two best teams in European women’s football will compete for the prestigious Champions League trophy.
In addition to the final itself, Oslo city centre will be filled with activities and events. Perfect for young football fans!
Norway Chess
25 May–5 June 2026, Deichman Bjørvika
This year, the major international chess tournament takes place in Oslo, Magnus Carlsen's home city. Visit the Deichman Library in Bjørvika on playing days to watch the chess stars up close.
Norway Chess features Magnus Carlsen (seven-time tournament winner), World Champion Gukesh D, Alireza Firouzja, Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu, Wesley So and Vincent Keymer.
In Norway Chess Women—held for the third time—reigning World Champion Ju Wenjun, last year’s winner Anna Muzychuk, Bibisara Assaubayeva, Divya Deshmukh, Zhu Jiner and Humpy Koneru will compete for the title.
Other events during Norway Chess
An open tournament for all levels will be held at the chess pub The Good Knight (23–29 May and a second tournament 1–7 June), and a school chess tournament will take place at the Nobel Peace Center on 2 June—so there’s something for both children and adults.
Norway’s Constitution Day 17 May
Norway’s Constitution Day is celebrated with children’s parades, marching bands, festivities and fun.
The day begins with traditional wreath-laying ceremonies at various graves and statues across the city, followed by Oslo’s large children’s parade, concerts and dancing. The celebrations conclude with a free concert at the Karpedammen stage.
The main children’s parade along Karl Johans gate is the highlight of the 17 May celebrations in Oslo. The Royal Family greets thousands of children and marching bands from the Palace balcony, and more than 100,000 people travel to the city centre to take part in the festivities.
May offers even more fun than usual this year, but Oslo always has a wide range of options for families. Check out the links below if you’d like more family-friendly content from us!
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