What Stavernfestivalen does

Stavernfestivalen AS is a Norwegian private limited company that operates an annual three-day music festival held at Larvik Golf Arena in Stavern, Vestfold. Founded in 2001, the company runs a single live event (July 8-10 in 2026, celebrating its 25th anniversary) with a lean staff of approximately 15 employees, and historically attracts tens of thousands of attendees drawn to a mix of international headliners (Ed Sheeran, Post Malone, Charlie Puth, Steve Angello, David Guetta) and Norwegian acts (Karpe, Sigrid, TIX). Customer segments span general admission (18+), under-18 and student tiers, family attendees (children under 13 free with parents), camping-focused visitors at Camp Stavern, and 20+ Premium ticket holders, with ancillary revenue from glamping tents, RV sites, lockers, parking, on-site food and beverage, and organized night buses.

The underlying technology stack is a conventional festival management platform rather than a proprietary product: Tikkio handles all ticket sales and payments (Visa, Mastercard, Klarna) with SSL-secured checkout; Intellitix provides RFID wristband-based access control and cashless payments, with ticket data shared from Tikkio for verification; GetVolt powers pre-bookable smart lockers; and LINK Mobility delivers SMS updates. A dedicated iOS/Android app (built by Appmiral) provides schedule, maps, and real-time updates, while Google Analytics and Facebook Pixel instrument digital marketing. Marketing reach is amplified by a VG media partnership, Red Bull and Hansa Borg co-marketing, and 15+ consumer-brand collaborations offering festival discounts.

Revenue is generated through five primary streams: ticket sales (Standard 1,990 NOK, Premium 3,190 NOK), accommodation and camping passes (890-6,990 NOK), on-site food and beverage via cashless wristband payments, parking and locker rentals, and sponsor/partnership revenue anchored by DNB as General Partner. The Stavern+ free loyalty program drives early demand through Super Early Bird access, and a tiered pricing ladder with staged increases supports yield management across the annual sales cycle. The go-to-market is event-driven: tickets are sold direct-to-consumer online, mobile, and via phone, with on-site wristband exchange at Nordbyen shopping center and the festival entrance.

Name

Stavernfestivalen

Legal name

Stavernfestivalen AS

Website

https://stavernfestivalen.no

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Stavernfestivalen AS is a Norwegian private company that operates an annual three-day music festival at Larvik Golf Arena in Stavern, Norway, attracting tens of thousands of attendees with a mix of international and Norwegian headliners, supported by camping, premium, and sponsor revenue streams.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Live Music Festival Services

NAICS

Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events with Facilities (711310), RV (Recreational Vehicle) Parks and Recreational Camps (7212)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Cultural & Community Festivals (Ticketed) (THAJAFAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

Campground & Overnight Facilities Operations (Campsites, Cabins, Backcountry Huts) (THAAAGAE)

Keywords

• Music festival events
• Live music concerts
• Festival camping services
• Outdoor entertainment experiences
• Festival ticketing services

Headquarters

HQ city

Stavern

HQ country

Norway

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Festival Ticket Sales: Core revenue from selling festival passes. Multiple ticket tiers including standard (1,990 NOK), Premium (3,190 NOK), Under 18, and Student tickets. All tickets sold through Tikkio platform.
2. Camping Passes and Accommodations: Camp passes (890 NOK), pre-set canvas tents for 2 (4,490 NOK) or 4 people (6,990 NOK), and RV/camper spots (1,490 NOK) with electricity.
3. Parking Services: Day parking at festival entrance (290 NOK/day), camp parking (690 NOK), and free parking at Storejordet.
4. Locker Rentals: Pre-bookable lockers through GetVolt platform with 110 NOK discount for advance booking.
5. Food and Beverage: On-site food and beverage sales across multiple vendors. Premium area offers upscale dining with Italian cuisine. Ticket holders use wristbands for cashless payments.
6. Sponsor and Partner Revenue: Partnership deals with DNB (general partner), VG, Red Bull, Hansa Borg, Fritzøe Engros, and other brands.
7. Stavern+ Membership: Free membership program providing early access to Super Early Bird tickets before public sales.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Stavernfestivalen AS operates an annual three-day music festival held at Larvik Golf Arena in Stavern, Norway (July 8-10, 2026 edition). The core offering is multi-tier festival admission (standard, premium, under-18, student) sold through the Tikkio ticketing platform, bundled with ancillary on-site services including four-night camping at Camp Stavern (with glamping canvas tents and powered RV spots), food and beverage outlets, secure lockers via GetVolt, parking, night-bus transport, and a dedicated festival mobile app.

Product overview

Stavernfestivalen is a Norwegian music festival offering a unified event experience centered around three-day festival passes with live music performances. The product portfolio includes core festival admission (Festivalpass), premium upgraded experience (Premium Festivalpass), camping accommodation (Camppass, glamping tents, RV passes), and add-on services (lockers, parking, night buses). Additional offerings include Stavern+ customer club membership and a mobile app for festival navigation. The festival takes place at Larvik Golf Arena, July 8-10, 2026, celebrating its 25th anniversary.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Stavern+: Customer club/membership program offering early access to tickets and member benefits
• Camp Stavern
• Premium
• Klubben

Quantifiable outcome

• Postgirobygget performed 8 consecutive years (2017-2026)
• +2 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered general partner, head partner, core, community partner, local community and partner.

• DNBgeneral partnerGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026General partner of Stavernfestivalen 2026. DNB logo prominently displayed as the primary sponsor partner in all festival materials and website.
• VGhead partnerGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Main media partner providing press coverage and promotional reach through Norway's largest news platform.
• Red Bullhead partnerGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Energy drink brand partner supporting the festival with promotional activities and brand association.
• Hansa Borg Bryggerierhead partnerGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Norwegian brewery providing beverages. Longstanding partner supporting festival with refreshment offerings.
• Fritzøe Engroshead partnerStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Over 10-year partnership. Provides materials, expertise, and support for art installations, meeting places, and colorful festival areas. Collaborated on visual expression and festival identity.
• Norconsulthead partnerStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026New partnership signed in June 2026. Local Larvik company with strong expertise. Already planning exciting projects together for future festivals.
• TikkiocoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2026Official ticketing platform handling all ticket sales online, mobile, and phone orders. Processes payments via Visa, Mastercard, Klarna. SSL-protected checkout.
• IntellitixcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2026Access control and cashless payment partner. Festival wristbands function as payment medium. Receives ticket data from Tikkio for verification.
• Mental Helsecommunity partnerOthers · 1 January 2026Mental health organization as community partner. Aligns with festival's commitment to safety, well-being, and inclusive festival experience.
• IF Framlocal communityOthers · 1 January 2026Local Larvik sports club partnership. Part of Stavernsamfunnet network. Festival supports local sports and community activities.
• Larvik Håndballklubb (LHK)local communityOthers · 1 January 2026Local handball club partnership. Re-signed in 2026. Festival supports local sports in Larvik.
• Alti Nordbyenlocal communityChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2026Shopping center partner in Larvik. Will run promotions, competitions, and festival pass giveaways in their channels before festival week.
• The Shade OslopartnerGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Norwegian sunglasses brand from Oslo by Sophie Elise and Marthe Skappel. 'Nothing Extra. Just Premium Quality' motto. Festival guests get 30% discount with STAVERN30 code.
• Skappel OslopartnerGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Norwegian knitwear brand from Oslo. Known for timeless, colorful knitwear. Festival guests get 30% discount with STAVERN30 code.
• FæbrikpartnerGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Craft supply company with online store. Offering sewing workshops on festival grounds July 3-4. Participants can make their own festival scarf.
• EnturpartnerGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Norwegian public transport app. Festival promotes train and bus travel to event through Entur partnership.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Slottsfjell: Norwegian music festival held in Tønsberg, Vestfold region, with similar summer programming and target demographic. Highly comparable geography and audience overlap, particularly given Stavernfestivalen's Vestfold base.
• Øya Festivalen: Oslo-based Norwegian music festival held annually with multi-day programming, international headliners, and camping options. Direct comparable as a domestic Norwegian festival of similar scale and audience targeting the same summer festival-goer segment.
• Findings Festival: Norwegian music festival with multi-day programming aimed at younger adult audiences, comparable in scale and domestic positioning. Operates in a similar category of mid-sized Norwegian summer music festivals.
• Tons of Rock: Norwegian rock and music festival held in Oslo region with multi-day programming and similar domestic audience targeting. Comparable in scale and Norwegian summer festival positioning, though with genre emphasis.
• Bergenfest: Multi-day Norwegian music festival in Bergen with comparable lineup of international and Norwegian artists and a similar family-friendly, multi-generational audience profile. Closely comparable in scale, programming mix, and Norwegian domestic positioning.

Broad incumbents

• Way Out West: Swedish music festival held in Gothenburg with international headliners, sustainability focus, and comparable multi-day festival format. Comparable Nordic operator targeting similar demographics at slightly larger scale.
• Roskilde Festival: Denmark's largest music festival and one of Europe's largest, operating a non-profit model with massive scale and broad programming. Comparable as a Nordic music festival operator with camping, international lineups, and similar GTM but at much larger scale.
• Live Nation Norway: Norwegian arm of global live entertainment promoter operating concerts and festivals across the country. Comparable as a Norwegian live entertainment operator with artist booking, ticketing, and event promotion capabilities, but at much larger portfolio scale.

Regional players

• Flow Festival: Helsinki-based Finnish music festival with international lineup and urban festival positioning. Comparable Nordic festival operator with similar programming mix and premium hospitality offerings.
• Tinderbox Festival: Danish music festival with similar international lineup strategy and mid-sized capacity. Comparable in programming approach and attendee profile but operates in a different national market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Funding rounds

Investors

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