The Norwegian Festival of Literature

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The Literature Festival in Lillehammer – the most important literary meeting place during springtime!

With 30,000 visitors and 400 writers and artist from all over the world, the Norwegian Festival of Literature is the largest of its kind in the Nordic countries, with a diverse program catering to readers of all ages. Would you like to experience authors live and discuss literature and current affairs with likeminded people? At the end of May each year, literature fills the streets of Lillehammer. We guarantee words that will move you and experiences that will take you a step further.


The festival has events for both families and a culturally curious adult audience. Experience on stage conversations, debates, lectures, readings, award ceremonies, exhibitions, seminars, shows, quizzes and other festivities.

 

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Opening Times

Lillehammer (1 June 2026 - 7 June 2026)
Tuesday - SundayOpen

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  • Adults
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  • Youth

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Tel: 61247166

2609 Lillehammer

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