The St. Olav Drama – open air theatre performance
Visit Stiklestad and Experience History Up Close
Join us at Stiklestad and experience history at first hand. Every summer, thousands of visitors come to see The St Olav Drama (Spelet om Heilag Olav), a powerful and captivating open-air performance depicting a defining moment in Norwegian history.
Spend the day at Stiklestad National Culture Centre. During the St Olav Festival (Olsok Days), you can stroll through the medieval market, explore exhibitions, visit the open-air folk museum and enjoy delicious local food. With a wide range of activities and experiences on offer, there is something for visitors of all ages.
Duration
2 days
From price
3325,-
About the St Olav Drama Experience Package/strong>
The St. Olav Drama (Spelet om Heilag Olav) is the largest open-air theatre production in the Nordic region and Norway’s oldest outdoor theatre performance. It is staged every year during the St Olav Festival ( Olsokdagene) at Stiklestad in late July.
Throughout the festival, Stiklestad is alive with activity from morning to evening. Visitors can enjoy concerts, theatre performances, lectures, guided tours, a medieval market, walks and activities for the whole family.
The performance takes place on the actual battlefield at Stiklestad, where King Olav Haraldsson fell in 1030. These historic surroundings provide a truly unique setting for the experience. The story is based on both historical events and artistic interpretation, drawing inspiration from Snorri Sturluson’s royal sagas. The production is refreshed and adapted slightly from year to year.
In 2026, The St Olav Drama will be performed on 25, 26, 28 and 29 July at 7.00 pm.
The story takes us back to the summer of 1030. It is the day before the Battle of Stiklestad, and all is quiet on the farm of Sul. The small farming community longs only for peace and stability. Then a king rides in, on his way to a war he is destined to lose. Nothing will ever be the same again.
For more than 70 years, The St Olav Drama has given audiences goosebumps beneath the open sky at Stiklestad. Through a spectacular musical production, it tells the story of what happens to ordinary people when history comes knocking at their door.
Stiklastadir Medieval farm
Step into the world of the Vikings and experience a time when powerful chieftains ruled from their great feasting halls. Cross the farmyard and journey forward in time to the medieval period, where the buildings and inhabitants of the guesthouse tell stories of Christian kings and the far-reaching power of the Church.
Stiklastadir Medieval Farm offers excellent opportunities both to learn about and to explore the era surrounding the Battle of Stiklestad in 1030.
At the medieval farm, you can re-enact the battle, try your hand at archery and step inside a Viking longhouse. Join one of our knowledgeable guides for a tour, discover fascinating exhibitions, and enjoy engaging activities for visitors of all ages.
Prices
Pr pers in double room (add 2): 2 600,-
1 pers in single room: 3 325,-
When
I 2026, The St Olav Drama will be performed on 25, 26, 28 and 29 July at 19.00.
When you book this package, you will automatically be placed on a waiting list. We will contact you to confirm all details of your reservation.
No payment will be taken at the time of booking. Once all arrangements have been confirmed, we will send you either an invoice or a secure payment link..
PROGRAMME
Accommodation
Accommodation: Husfrua country farm hotel – Inderøy
Your stay includes accommodation at Husfrua Gårdshotell, a charming traditional Trøndelag farmhouse dating from 1867, beautifully situated with panoramic views over Straumen and the Trondheim Fjord.
The drive from Verdal to Husfrua Gårdshotell takes approximately 30 minutes. You may follow the E6 and County Road 755, as shown in the route map below. Alternatively, you can leave the E6 at Røra and drive via Flaget (marked in red on the map).
The first route follows part of the scenic Borgen Fjord, while the route via Flaget offers spectacular views of both the Borgen Fjord and the Trondheim Fjord, particularly from Roeslhøyden.
Should availability at Husfrua Gårdshotell be limited, we will arrange suitable alternative accommodation for your stay.
Viking Summer
Viking Summer
Viking Summer (entrance to the museum area at Stiklestad National Cultural Centre). – open 11:00 16:00.
Stiklastadir Medieval Farm
Step into the world of the Vikings and experience a time when powerful chieftains ruled from their grand feasting halls. Cross the farmyard and journey forward through history to the medieval era, where the buildings and inhabitants of the guesthouse bring to life stories of the Christian kings and the far-reaching influence of the Church.
Stiklastadir Medieval Farm offers a unique opportunity both to learn about and to immerse yourself in the period surrounding the Battle of Stiklestad in 1030. Here, history is brought vividly to life through engaging activities and hands-on experiences for visitors of all ages.
Tickets to the St. Olav Drama (Spelet om Heilag Olav)
Spelet om Heilag Olav
Saturday. 25. July
Sunday 26. July
Tuesday 28. July
Wednesday 29. July
The performance starts at 19.00, duration approx. 2 hours without breaks.
Sections of the amphitheatre have been adapted to provide access for wheelchair users..