Oslo Pride 2026: dates, parade, and events

Oslo Pride 2026, Norway’s largest LGBTQ+ event, will take place from June 19 to 27, 2026. This nine-day festival has become one of Northern Europe’s most important Pride celebrations, featuring more than 150 activities and drawing tens of thousands of participants from across Norway and around the world. Hopefully, you’ll find a nice Scandinavian hunk to marry.

Oslo Pride Highlights

Oslo Pride consists of four main components:

Pride House
A cultural and educational space hosting debates, workshops, and discussions focused on LGBTQ+ rights and issues.

Pride Park
The centerpiece of the festival, located in central Oslo, featuring multiple stages for live performances, food vendors, beer tents, and a market area filled with merchandise and community booths. The park is free to enter and serves as the main gathering point throughout the festival.

Mini Pride
A series of family-friendly activities and events designed to be accessible for younger attendees and families.

Pride Parade
The highlight of the festival, drawing massive crowds to downtown Oslo. The parade typically begins at Platous Street and proceeds through the city center to City Hall, filling the streets with color, music, and celebration.

History and Significance

Oslo Pride began in 1974, originally known as "Skeive Dager" (Queer Days). Oslo has twice hosted EuroPride (in 2005 and 2014), cementing its status as an important city in European LGBTQ+ culture.