Organizers of the Vangen Festival in Haugesund, Norway, have announced the addition of two new artists to the lineup for the 2026 event, scheduled for August 21st, and 22nd. Festival representatives stated they were “completely smitten” with the performers, though specific names were not immediately released.
The festival, held annually in Haugesund’s Vangen area, is described as taking place “midst Haugesund’s most beautiful hiking area.” The announcement follows a previous adjustment to the artist roster when Timbuktu was forced to cancel his appearance. Festival organizers swiftly identified a replacement artist, details of which are forthcoming.
Preparations for the festival are progressing as planned, according to festival officials. “We are on schedule, but not quite finished yet. I think it will be a very good party in Vangen this year too,” a representative stated in a recent announcement.
Recent local reporting indicates that police have generally been pleased with the management of events in the Vangen area, noting only a single incident requiring attention. Separately, Haugesunds Avis reported on an unrelated incident in Vangen involving a man following a woman and behaving inappropriately.
As of February 13, 2026, the Vangen area is preparing for a period of increased activity as the festival grounds are established. Residents are advised to avoid the stage area for training and dog walking.
