The Garage Festival in Tromsø is a festival that originated as a fundraising event for the Norwegian Animal Protection Association. The festival has developed from a small garage concert to a day festival, and has attracted a diverse audience with its intimate and friendly atmosphere. The event has raised close to 250,000 kroner for animal welfare since its inception.
The festival presents local bands, and the line-up varies from year to year, giving visitors the opportunity to experience new talents. Over the years, close to 50 bands have performed on stage. To ensure a good experience, sound and lighting equipment from professional suppliers is used. The event relies on volunteers and enthusiasts who contribute to its implementation, which emphasizes the local roots and sense of community that the festival promotes.