Narvik Winter Festival is an annual festival that celebrates culture and community, and this year marks its 70th anniversary. The event takes place in March and transforms the city into a vibrant cultural center. The festival offers a varied program with live music from famous artists such as Stavangerkameratene and Lisa Stokke, as well as concerts and Christmas parties. Through collaboration with local partners, unique experiences are created that attract both residents and visitors.
The festival is run by a non-profit foundation and aims to enrich the local community through cultural activities. Winter Festival also includes highlights such as the Haikjeften and the awarding of the Årets Svarta Bjørn award, which recognizes local heroes. The event helps to bring together people from different backgrounds and ages, and promotes a magical atmosphere characterized by music and culture during the winter months.