Öland's harvest festival 

25th to 29th September 2024
from north to south Öland opens its gates, so come here - it's autumn!

Öland is usually at its best when autumn takes over while summer lingers on. The last weekend in September is the biggest event of the autumn season, Öland's Harvest Festival, which covers all of Öland and attracts thousands of visitors every year. A large number of cultural experiences are mixed with flea markets, farm shops and food markets. Buy pumpkins, potatoes, beans and onions - everything that the Öland pantry has to offer. 

 

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bus tour and tips

Jump on the bus and follow along the roads and experience the classic or culinary Harvest Festival! For those of you who plan to take the car and discover the island on your own or with loved ones, here are some tips for you! 

Öland's Harvest Festival, Pumpkins
bus tour - culinary harvest festival

Thursday, September 26

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Öland's Harvest Festival, Pumpkins
bus tour - classic harvest festival

Saturday 28 September

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Öland's Harvest Festival, Albrunna pumpkins
tips for those who plan to drive

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explore Öland's harvest festival: fun for young and old!

During the harvest festival, a wide range of events and experiences are offered to suit the whole family – from markets and food experiences to art, culture and children's activities. Here we recommend some of them from southern, central and northern Öland! 

 

southern Öland:
flavors, art and historical excursions

Södra Öland offers a feast for all the senses! On The Paradise Workshop celebrate the season's harvest with beautiful crafts and art, inspired by Öland's nature and culture. Food lovers should not miss The cheese festival in Mörbylånga, where you can taste some of the best cheeses the region has to offer.

For those interested in history, it awaits Eketorp castle, a fascinating place where you can travel back in time and experience life in the Middle Ages. Oldergaarden in Triberga has as many as 15 exhibitors showcasing arts, crafts and local products. A walk through Bläsinge village street gives you a charming experience of traditional Öland houses and crafts.

End your adventure at Sydspetsen, there Cooperation Sydspetsen offers a unique collection of exhibitors and activities that celebrate the best of southern Öland.

 

middle oland:
culture, history and fiery experiences

In central Öland, a mix of culture and spectacular experiences await. Visit Öland's veteran tractor club in Himmelsberga and experience old tractors in action, or take part in an impressive one collective exhibition with arts and crafts. The evenings become magical with fire sculptures and Viking ship burning in Köpingsvik, a spectacle that fascinates both young and old.

I borgholm offers the city a lovely atmosphere with its harvest procession, a colorful puppet parade and a spectacular firework display that lights up the night sky. Don't miss either The days of the sheep at Borgholm Castle, a tribute to the island's sheep farming, with everything from sheep shearing to wool crafts. IN Big Pipes you can learn about total defense and take part in historical stories and exhibitions.

 

northern Öland:
a feast for the mind and taste

Discover northern Öland during the Harvest Festival, where tradition meets adventure. Start your trip with a visit to Truck meet in Löttorp, where awesome trucks are on display for everyone to enjoy. For the competitive, an exciting one awaits harvest festival orientation through the beautiful landscape. Don't miss out Södvik, a village that feels like a trip back in time, with its charming atmosphere and its small shops that smell of history.

Source, the small village which despite its size is full of events, offers a range of activities. There is something here for the whole family! IN Lötorp you can participate in the annual the pumpkin contest, where imaginative and impressive pumpkins are on display, and celebrate with local music and dance.

But what exactly is Öland's harvest festival? 

Well, we'll tell you! The autumn season is unequivocally crowned by Öland's Harvest Festival, which is one of the country's largest and most well-attended of its kind. On the last weekend in September, this comprehensive event is organized from north to south. Then the islanders "go out of their houses" to create the best of what they have, to create festive atmosphere and gather to celebrate the local community and harvest work.

A large number of cultural experiences are mixed with flea markets, farm shops and food markets, pumpkins, potatoes, beans and onions, yes, everything that the Öland pantry has to offer. Art Night attracts a large number of visitors who travel around our island and take part in the creations of local artists and artisans as darkness descends over the island and only torches show the way. Nor can we forget the spectacular fire shows and pumpkin competitions, the exciting corn maze that never ends and the guided tours that teach us more about the island - yes, there really is a place for everything here.

Take the chance and experience Öland's culture and tradition, taste locally grown ingredients and products and enjoy Öland's unique nature and landscape. Surely we'll see you on the island during the last week of September? 

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