Program

Program 2026

This is a program selection for international guests. You can view our full Danish program on our Danish website 🩷

Program

Category
Area
Time
Date
Audience

Art and culture

The Boundless Duckling – a live artwork

Follow the process up close as artist Amir Hussain creates a giant chalk drawing on the grass.

13/8, 10:00-16:00

Eventyrhaven

Free

Theater and dance

Bridges II

See a lively and captivating dance performance by KOMA Ballet, celebrating movement, collaboration and curiosity.

13/8, 19:00-19:40

Amfiscenen

Free

Music

Opening: HCA Musical Concert

Experience spectacular musical theatre music as the Odense Symphony Orchestra, accompanied by four of Denmark’s leading musical theatre singers, opens the H.C. Andersen Festival 2026.

13/8, 20:00-21:15

ODEON - Store sal

249 kr.

Theater and dance

Bridges II - short film

Gain a unique insight into the process behind the dance performance BRIDGES II in this video piece.

13/8, 21:00-23:00

Amfiscenen

Free

Art and culture

The Boundless Duckling – a live artwork

Follow the process up close as artist Amir Hussain creates a giant chalk drawing on the grass.

14/8, 10:00-16:00

Eventyrhaven

Free

Music

Kongens Have Live

Experience Danish pop artists Medina, Gilli, Blæst, Hjalmer and Augusta Schackinger at this great Friday concert.

14/8, 14:00-23:59

Kongens Have

595 kr.

Theater and dance

Bridges II

See a lively and captivating dance performance by KOMA Ballet, celebrating movement, collaboration and curiosity.

14/8, 17:00-17:40

Amfiscenen

Free

Music

Opening: HCA Musical Concert

Experience spectacular musical theatre music as the Odense Symphony Orchestra, accompanied by four of Denmark’s leading musical theatre singers, opens the H.C. Andersen Festival 2026.

14/8, 20:00-21:15

ODEON - Store sal

249 kr.

Theater and dance

Bridges II

See a lively and captivating dance performance by KOMA Ballet, celebrating movement, collaboration and curiosity.

14/8, 21:00-21:40

Amfiscenen

Free

Theater and dance

Bridges II - short film

Gain a unique insight into the process behind the dance performance BRIDGES II in this video piece.

14/8, 22:00-23:00

Amfiscenen

Free

Art and culture

The Boundless Duckling – a live artwork

Follow the process up close as artist Amir Hussain creates a giant chalk drawing on the grass.

15/8, 10:00-16:00

Eventyrhaven

Free

Theater and dance

Bardak

Experience the silence and embrace the chaos in this tragicomic performance of physical theatre and poetic clown for all ages.

15/8, 10:00-11:10

Kulturmaskinen - Frølageret

Free

Theater and dance

Bardak

Experience the silence and embrace the chaos in this tragicomic performance of physical theatre and poetic clown for all ages.

15/8, 13:00-14:10

Kulturmaskinen - Frølageret

Free

Theater and dance

Bridges II

See a lively and captivating dance performance by KOMA Ballet, celebrating movement, collaboration and curiosity.

15/8, 14:00-14:40

Amfiscenen

Free

Theater and dance

Bridges II

See a lively and captivating dance performance by KOMA Ballet, celebrating movement, collaboration and curiosity.

15/8, 16:00-16:40

Amfiscenen

Free

Music

The Sound Beneath the City

Listen to dreamlike soundscapes and melodic compositions for saxophone and electronics beneath the city.

15/8, 18:00-18:20

P-kælderen ved H.C. Andersens Hus

Free

Theater and dance

Bridges II

See a lively and captivating dance performance by KOMA Ballet, celebrating movement, collaboration and curiosity.

15/8, 18:00-18:40

Amfiscenen

Free

Music

The Sound Beneath the City

Listen to dreamlike soundscapes and melodic compositions for saxophone and electronics beneath the city.

15/8, 20:00-20:20

P-kælderen ved H.C. Andersens Hus

Free

Theater and dance

Bridges II - short film

Gain a unique insight into the process behind the dance performance BRIDGES II in this video piece.

15/8, 21:00-23:00

Amfiscenen

Free

Art and culture

The Boundless Duckling – a live artwork

Follow the process up close as artist Amir Hussain creates a giant chalk drawing on the grass.

16/8, 10:00-16:00

Eventyrhaven

Free

Theater and dance

Bardak

Experience the silence and embrace the chaos in this tragicomic performance of physical theatre and poetic clown for all ages.

16/8, 10:00-11:10

Kulturmaskinen - Frølageret

Free

Theater and dance

Family dance

Come along and join in the fun dancing with the Fynboerne folk music group.

16/8, 11:00-13:00

Amfiscenen

Free

Theater and dance

Bardak

Experience the silence and embrace the chaos in this tragicomic performance of physical theatre and poetic clown for all ages.

16/8, 13:00-14:10

Kulturmaskinen - Frølageret

Free

Talks and lectures

Adventures on foot

Come along on a storytelling walking tour of Andersen’s magical Odense.

16/8, 15:00-15:50

H.C. Andersens Hus / H.C. Andersen Museum

Free

Talks and lectures

Adventures on foot

Come along on a storytelling walking tour of Andersen’s magical Odense.

16/8, 17:00-17:50

H.C. Andersens Hus / H.C. Andersen Museum

Free

Music

The Sound Beneath the City

Listen to dreamlike soundscapes and melodic compositions for saxophone and electronics beneath the city.

16/8, 18:00-18:20

P-kælderen ved H.C. Andersens Hus

Free

Music

The Sound Beneath the City

Listen to dreamlike soundscapes and melodic compositions for saxophone and electronics beneath the city.

16/8, 20:00-20:20

P-kælderen ved H.C. Andersens Hus

Free

Art and culture

The Boundless Duckling

See the iconic Ugly Duckling as a huge artwork on grass in the park.

17/8, 00:01-23:59

Eventyrhaven

Free

Play and learn

Creative workshop

Take a break and pop into the charming Vintapperstræde, where you can paint your own spinning top.

17/8, 09:00-17:00

Vintapperstræde Torv

Free

Art and culture

Saudade

Explore an exciting multimedia exhibition that explores longing, memories and belonging.

17/8, 10:00-17:00

Kunstbygningen Filosoffen

Free

Shows and experiences

The singing Mermaid

Meet the singing mermaid in a magical moment right in the heart of the city.

17/8, 11:00-11:40

Gader og stræder

Free

Shows and experiences

Blobber

Get ready for a blubbering experience as you encounter the whimsical creature Blobber on your way through the streets.

17/8, 12:00-12:45

Gader og stræder

Free

Play and learn

Build your own fairy tale with LEGO bricks

Get inspired by Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tales and let your imagination run free with tens of thousands of white LEGO bricks.

17/8, 13:00-17:00

Odense Rådhus - Rådhushallen

Free

Shows and experiences

The singing Mermaid

Meet the singing mermaid in a magical moment right in the heart of the city.

17/8, 13:00-13:40

Gader og stræder

Free

Shows and experiences

Blobber

Get ready for a blubbering experience as you encounter the whimsical creature Blobber on your way through the streets.

17/8, 14:00-14:45

Gader og stræder

Free

Shows and experiences

Al Tacho

Two eccentric characters show their skills in a street performance where absurdity is the order of the day.

17/8, 15:00-15:35

Albani Torv

Free

Shows and experiences

Cyclose

A poetic performance featuring marionettes set in a tender, sweet and strange universe.

17/8, 16:00-16:25

Gråbrødre Plads

Free

Shows and experiences

Grand Danois

Vibrant and life-affirming contemporary circus that will make you laugh, shiver and think.

17/8, 16:00-17:00

Farvergården

Free

Shows and experiences

Al Tacho

Two eccentric characters show their skills in a street performance where absurdity is the order of the day.

17/8, 17:00-17:35

Albani Torv

Free

Music

Singing in the street

Enjoy a musical treat with the Funen Opera in the Art Street, where everyone is welcome.

17/8, 17:00-18:00

Udenfor Den Fynske Opera

Free

Talks and lectures

Adventures on foot

Come along on a storytelling walking tour of Andersen’s magical Odense.

17/8, 17:00-17:50

H.C. Andersens Hus / H.C. Andersen Museum

Free

Shows and experiences

Cyclose

A poetic performance featuring marionettes set in a tender, sweet and strange universe.

17/8, 18:00-18:25

Gråbrødre Plads

Free

Shows and experiences

Grand Danois

Vibrant and life-affirming contemporary circus that will make you laugh, shiver and think.

17/8, 19:00-20:00

Farvergården

Free

Art and culture

The Boundless Duckling

See the iconic Ugly Duckling as a huge artwork on grass in the park.

18/8, 00:01-23:59

Eventyrhaven

Free

Play and learn

Creative workshop

Take a break and pop into the charming Vintapperstræde, where you can paint your own spinning top.

18/8, 09:00-17:00

Vintapperstræde Torv

Free

Shows and experiences

TUBA

Meet the fun and charming tuba player who transforms everyday life using simple objects.

18/8, 10:00-10:35

Gråbrødre Plads

Free

Art and culture

Saudade

Explore an exciting multimedia exhibition that explores longing, memories and belonging.

18/8, 10:00-17:00

Kunstbygningen Filosoffen

Free

Shows and experiences

The Carrot

There’s a carrot waiting at the end of the line in this fun and engaging street performance – or is there?

18/8, 11:00-11:35

Albani Torv

Free

Shows and experiences

TUBA

Meet the fun and charming tuba player who transforms everyday life using simple objects.

18/8, 12:00-12:35

Gråbrødre Plads

Free

Shows and experiences

Blobber

Get ready for a blubbering experience as you encounter the whimsical creature Blobber on your way through the streets.

18/8, 12:00-12:45

Gader og stræder

Free

Play and learn

Build your own fairy tale with LEGO bricks

Get inspired by Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tales and let your imagination run free with tens of thousands of white LEGO bricks.

18/8, 13:00-17:00

Odense Rådhus - Rådhushallen

Free

Shows and experiences

The Carrot

There’s a carrot waiting at the end of the line in this fun and engaging street performance – or is there?

18/8, 13:00-13:35

Albani Torv

Free

Shows and experiences

The Ambiguous Vagabonds

Physical comedy and circus pay homage to the classic hobo characters from the silent film era.

18/8, 14:00-14:45

Albani Torv

Free

Shows and experiences

Blobber

Get ready for a blubbering experience as you encounter the whimsical creature Blobber on your way through the streets.

18/8, 14:00-14:45

Gader og stræder

Free

Shows and experiences

Al Tacho

Two eccentric characters show their skills in a street performance where absurdity is the order of the day.

18/8, 15:00-15:35

Albani Torv

Free

Talks and lectures

Adventures on foot

Come along on a storytelling walking tour of Andersen’s magical Odense.

18/8, 15:30-16:20

H.C. Andersens Hus / H.C. Andersen Museum

Free

Shows and experiences

The Ambiguous Vagabonds

Physical comedy and circus pay homage to the classic hobo characters from the silent film era.

18/8, 16:00-16:45

Albani Torv

Free

Shows and experiences

Grand Danois

Vibrant and life-affirming contemporary circus that will make you laugh, shiver and think.

18/8, 16:00-17:00

Farvergården

Free

Shows and experiences

Al Tacho

Two eccentric characters show their skills in a street performance where absurdity is the order of the day.

18/8, 17:00-17:35

Albani Torv

Free

Music

Singing in the street

Enjoy a musical treat with the Funen Opera in the Art Street, where everyone is welcome.

18/8, 17:00-18:00

Udenfor Den Fynske Opera

Free

Shows and experiences

The singing Mermaid

Meet the singing mermaid in a magical moment right in the heart of the city.

18/8, 17:30-18:10

Gader og stræder

Free

Shows and experiences

Cyclose

A poetic performance featuring marionettes set in a tender, sweet and strange universe.

18/8, 18:00-18:25

Gråbrødre Plads

Free

Shows and experiences

The singing Mermaid

Meet the singing mermaid in a magical moment right in the heart of the city.

18/8, 19:00-19:40

Gader og stræder

Free

Shows and experiences

Grand Danois

Vibrant and life-affirming contemporary circus that will make you laugh, shiver and think.

18/8, 19:00-20:00

Farvergården

Free

Shows and experiences

Cyclose

A poetic performance featuring marionettes set in a tender, sweet and strange universe.

18/8, 20:00-20:25

Gråbrødre Plads

Free

Art and culture

The Boundless Duckling

See the iconic Ugly Duckling as a huge artwork on grass in the park.

19/8, 00:01-23:59

Eventyrhaven

Free

Play and learn

Creative workshop

Take a break and pop into the charming Vintapperstræde, where you can paint your own spinning top.

19/8, 09:00-17:00

Vintapperstræde Torv

Free

Shows and experiences

TUBA

Meet the fun and charming tuba player who transforms everyday life using simple objects.

19/8, 10:00-10:35

Gråbrødre Plads

Free

Art and culture

Saudade

Explore an exciting multimedia exhibition that explores longing, memories and belonging.

19/8, 10:00-17:00

Kunstbygningen Filosoffen

Free

Shows and experiences

The Carrot

There’s a carrot waiting at the end of the line in this fun and engaging street performance – or is there?

19/8, 11:00-11:35

Albani Torv

Free

Shows and experiences

TUBA

Meet the fun and charming tuba player who transforms everyday life using simple objects.

19/8, 12:00-12:35

Gråbrødre Plads

Free

Shows and experiences

Snowball

A moving cabinet of curiosities sparks curiosity in both children and adults.

19/8, 12:00-12:30

Gader og stræder

Free

Play and learn

Build your own fairy tale with LEGO bricks

Get inspired by Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tales and let your imagination run free with tens of thousands of white LEGO bricks.

19/8, 13:00-17:00

Odense Rådhus - Rådhushallen

Free

Shows and experiences

The Carrot

There’s a carrot waiting at the end of the line in this fun and engaging street performance – or is there?

19/8, 13:00-13:35

Albani Torv

Free

Shows and experiences

Retro Sport

There’s plenty of energy and humour as Cronopia pushes the body to its limits with wild exercises.

19/8, 14:00-14:30

Gråbrødre Plads

Free

Shows and experiences

Snowball

A moving cabinet of curiosities sparks curiosity in both children and adults.

19/8, 14:00-14:30

Gader og stræder

Free

Play and learn

Kids' playground

Visit Munke Mose park, where there’s fun and free play all day during the Streetfood Festival Odense.

19/8, 15:00-21:00

Munke Mose

Free

Shows and experiences

Al Tacho

Two eccentric characters show their skills in a street performance where absurdity is the order of the day.

19/8, 15:00-15:35

Albani Torv

Free

Other activities

Streetfood Festival Odense

Munke Mose park is transformed into a vibrant street food scene offering great food and a friendly atmosphere.

19/8, 15:00-21:00

Munke Mose

Free

Shows and experiences

Retro Sport

There’s plenty of energy and humour as Cronopia pushes the body to its limits with wild exercises.

19/8, 16:00-16:30

Gråbrødre Plads

Free

Shows and experiences

Grand Danois

Vibrant and life-affirming contemporary circus that will make you laugh, shiver and think.

19/8, 16:00-17:00

Farvergården

Free

Shows and experiences

Snowball

A moving cabinet of curiosities sparks curiosity in both children and adults.

19/8, 16:00-16:30

Gader og stræder

Free

Shows and experiences

The singing Mermaid

Meet the singing mermaid in a magical moment right in the heart of the city.

19/8, 16:30-17:10

Gader og stræder

Free

Music

Bastian Da Cruz

Poetic pop with a warm, intimate atmosphere in the Public Lounge at the Streetfood Festival Odense.

19/8, 17:00-20:00

Munke Mose

Free

Shows and experiences

Al Tacho

Two eccentric characters show their skills in a street performance where absurdity is the order of the day.

19/8, 17:00-17:35

Albani Torv

Free

Shows and experiences

The Ambiguous Vagabonds

Physical comedy and circus pay homage to the classic hobo characters from the silent film era.

19/8, 18:00-18:45

Albani Torv

Free

Shows and experiences

Cyclose

A poetic performance featuring marionettes set in a tender, sweet and strange universe.

19/8, 18:00-18:25

Gråbrødre Plads

Free

Shows and experiences

Moving Zen

Experience a stunning and captivating street performance featuring juggling and fire.

19/8, 19:00-19:30

Albani Torv

Free

Shows and experiences

Grand Danois

Vibrant and life-affirming contemporary circus that will make you laugh, shiver and think.

19/8, 19:00-20:00

Farvergården

Free

Shows and experiences

The singing Mermaid

Meet the singing mermaid in a magical moment right in the heart of the city.

19/8, 19:30-20:10

Gader og stræder

Free

Shows and experiences

The Ambiguous Vagabonds

Physical comedy and circus pay homage to the classic hobo characters from the silent film era.

19/8, 20:00-20:45

Albani Torv

Free

Shows and experiences

Cyclose

A poetic performance featuring marionettes set in a tender, sweet and strange universe.

19/8, 20:00-20:25

Gråbrødre Plads

Free

Shows and experiences

Moving Zen

Experience a stunning and captivating street performance featuring juggling and fire.

19/8, 21:00-21:30

Albani Torv

Free

Music

Anne Linnet

Enjoy one of Denmark's most acclaimed female pop artists live on stage.

19/8, 21:30-22:45

Amfiscenen

Free

Shows and experiences

Skyggemaskine

Live music and light show blend with the shadows we cast in H.C. Andersen Festivals' spectacular outdoor evening show.

19/8, 22:00-22:30

Flakhaven

Free

Art and culture

The Boundless Duckling

See the iconic Ugly Duckling as a huge artwork on grass in the park.

20/8, 00:01-23:59

Eventyrhaven

Free

Play and learn

Creative workshop

Take a break and pop into the charming Vintapperstræde, where you can paint your own spinning top.

20/8, 09:00-17:00

Vintapperstræde Torv

Free

Play and learn

If it could talk

Use natural and recycled materials to create a figure and give it a voice, just like in Andersen’s fairy tales.

20/8, 10:00-17:00

Ny Vestergade

Free

Shows and experiences

TUBA

Meet the fun and charming tuba player who transforms everyday life using simple objects.

20/8, 10:00-10:35

Gråbrødre Plads

Free

Art and culture

Saudade

Explore an exciting multimedia exhibition that explores longing, memories and belonging.

20/8, 10:00-17:00

Kunstbygningen Filosoffen

Free

Shows and experiences

Shoeshine

Anything can happen when a fun Italian corner pops up during the H.C. Andersen Festivals.

20/8, 11:00-11:30

Hans Jensens Stræde

Free

Play and learn

Kids' playground

Visit Munke Mose park, where there’s fun and free play all day during the Streetfood Festival Odense.

20/8, 11:00-21:00

Munke Mose

Free

Shows and experiences

The Carrot

There’s a carrot waiting at the end of the line in this fun and engaging street performance – or is there?

20/8, 11:00-11:35

Albani Torv

Free

Music

Opera in the playground

Experience opera for children as the playground in the park is transformed into a playful concert experience.

20/8, 11:00-11:20

Munke Mose - Legepladsen / Playground

Free

Other activities

Streetfood Festival Odense

Munke Mose park is transformed into a vibrant street food scene offering great food and a friendly atmosphere.

20/8, 11:00-21:00

Munke Mose

Free

Shows and experiences

TUBA

Meet the fun and charming tuba player who transforms everyday life using simple objects.

20/8, 12:00-12:35

Gråbrødre Plads

Free

Shows and experiences

Snowball

A moving cabinet of curiosities sparks curiosity in both children and adults.

20/8, 12:00-12:30

Gader og stræder

Free

Play and learn

Build your own fairy tale with LEGO bricks

Get inspired by Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tales and let your imagination run free with tens of thousands of white LEGO bricks.

20/8, 13:00-17:00

Odense Rådhus - Rådhushallen

Free

Shows and experiences

The Carrot

There’s a carrot waiting at the end of the line in this fun and engaging street performance – or is there?

20/8, 13:00-13:35

Albani Torv

Free

Music

Opera in the playground

Experience opera for children as the playground in the park is transformed into a playful concert experience.

20/8, 13:00-13:20

Munke Mose - Legepladsen / Playground

Free

Shows and experiences

Shoeshine

Anything can happen when a fun Italian corner pops up during the H.C. Andersen Festivals.

20/8, 14:00-14:30

Hans Jensens Stræde

Free

Shows and experiences

Retro Sport

There’s plenty of energy and humour as Cronopia pushes the body to its limits with wild exercises.

20/8, 14:00-14:30

Gråbrødre Plads

Free

Shows and experiences

Snowball

A moving cabinet of curiosities sparks curiosity in both children and adults.

20/8, 14:00-14:30

Gader og stræder

Free

Shows and experiences

The Ambiguous Vagabonds

Physical comedy and circus pay homage to the classic hobo characters from the silent film era.

20/8, 15:00-15:45

Albani Torv

Free

Music

Opera in the playground

Experience opera for children as the playground in the park is transformed into a playful concert experience.

20/8, 15:00-15:20

Munke Mose - Legepladsen / Playground

Free

Music

MusikMageri

Enjoy a variety of contemporary music as high school students from Funen hit the stage.

20/8, 16:00-18:00

Musikhuset Posten

Free

Shows and experiences

Retro Sport

There’s plenty of energy and humour as Cronopia pushes the body to its limits with wild exercises.

20/8, 16:00-16:30

Gråbrødre Plads

Free

Shows and experiences

Snowball

A moving cabinet of curiosities sparks curiosity in both children and adults.

20/8, 16:00-16:30

Gader og stræder

Free

Shows and experiences

The Bubbles Factory

Wonderful street performance celebrating imagination with laughter, light and the fragile poetry of bubbles.

20/8, 17:00-17:45

Gråbrødre Plads

Free

Shows and experiences

The Ambiguous Vagabonds

Physical comedy and circus pay homage to the classic hobo characters from the silent film era.

20/8, 17:00-17:45

Albani Torv

Free

Music

Anette Bojsen duo

Acoustic music and popular hits at the Public Lounge at the Streetfood Festival Odense.

20/8, 17:30-20:30

Munke Mose

Free

Shows and experiences

BasketballMan

Come and see some amazing freestyle basketball tricks when BasketballMan rolls into Odense.

20/8, 18:00-18:30

Gråbrødre Plads

Free

Shows and experiences

The Bubbles Factory

Wonderful street performance celebrating imagination with laughter, light and the fragile poetry of bubbles.

20/8, 19:00-19:45

Gråbrødre Plads

Free

Shows and experiences

Moving Zen

Experience a stunning and captivating street performance featuring juggling and fire.

20/8, 19:00-19:30

Albani Torv

Free

Shows and experiences

BasketballMan

Come and see some amazing freestyle basketball tricks when BasketballMan rolls into Odense.

20/8, 20:00-20:35

Gråbrødre Plads

Free

Music

Mathias Ranch

Immerse yourself in Mathias Ranch’s fascinating musical world at an intense and captivating concert.

20/8, 20:30-21:30

Amfiscenen

Free

Shows and experiences

Moving Zen

Experience a stunning and captivating street performance featuring juggling and fire.

20/8, 21:00-21:30

Albani Torv

Free

Shows and experiences

Skyggemaskine

Live music and light show blend with the shadows we cast in H.C. Andersen Festivals' spectacular outdoor evening show.

20/8, 22:00-22:30

Flakhaven

Free

Music

Dahlin

One of the brightest young talents on the Danish pop scene brings her heartfelt pop songs to the stage.

20/8, 22:15-23:15

Amfiscenen

Free

Art and culture

The Boundless Duckling

See the iconic Ugly Duckling as a huge artwork on grass in the park.

21/8, 00:01-23:59

Eventyrhaven

Free

Play and learn

Creative workshop

Take a break and pop into the charming Vintapperstræde, where you can paint your own spinning top.

21/8, 09:00-17:00

Vintapperstræde Torv

Free

Play and learn

If it could talk

Use natural and recycled materials to create a figure and give it a voice, just like in Andersen’s fairy tales.

21/8, 10:00-17:00

Ny Vestergade

Free

Shows and experiences

The Bubbles Factory

Wonderful street performance celebrating imagination with laughter, light and the fragile poetry of bubbles.

21/8, 10:00-10:45

Gråbrødre Plads

Free

Art and culture

Saudade

Explore an exciting multimedia exhibition that explores longing, memories and belonging.

21/8, 10:00-17:00

Kunstbygningen Filosoffen

Free

Shows and experiences

Shoeshine

Anything can happen when a fun Italian corner pops up during the H.C. Andersen Festivals.

21/8, 11:00-11:30

Hans Jensens Stræde

Free

Play and learn

Kids' playground

Visit Munke Mose park, where there’s fun and free play all day during the Streetfood Festival Odense.

21/8, 11:00-21:00

Munke Mose

Free

Shows and experiences

EARTH

An enchanting street performance on stilts exploring connections and community.

21/8, 11:00-11:25

Albani Torv

Free

Other activities

Streetfood Festival Odense

Munke Mose park is transformed into a vibrant street food scene offering great food and a friendly atmosphere.

21/8, 11:00-21:00

Munke Mose

Free

Shows and experiences

BasketballMan

Come and see some amazing freestyle basketball tricks when BasketballMan rolls into Odense.

21/8, 12:00-12:30

Gråbrødre Plads

Free

Shows and experiences

Snowball

A moving cabinet of curiosities sparks curiosity in both children and adults.

21/8, 12:00-12:30

Gader og stræder

Free

Shows and experiences

The Bubbles Factory

Wonderful street performance celebrating imagination with laughter, light and the fragile poetry of bubbles.

21/8, 12:30-13:15

Gråbrødre Plads

Free

Shows and experiences

EARTH

An enchanting street performance on stilts exploring connections and community.

21/8, 13:00-13:25

Albani Torv

Free

Play and learn

Build your own fairy tale with LEGO bricks

Get inspired by Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tales and let your imagination run free with tens of thousands of white LEGO bricks.

21/8, 13:00-17:00

Odense Rådhus - Rådhushallen

Free

Shows and experiences

Shoeshine

Anything can happen when a fun Italian corner pops up during the H.C. Andersen Festivals.

21/8, 14:00-14:30

Hans Jensens Stræde

Free

Shows and experiences

Retro Sport

There’s plenty of energy and humour as Cronopia pushes the body to its limits with wild exercises.

21/8, 14:00-14:30

Gråbrødre Plads

Free

Shows and experiences

Snowball

A moving cabinet of curiosities sparks curiosity in both children and adults.

21/8, 14:00-14:30

Gader og stræder

Free

Shows and experiences

EARTH

An enchanting street performance on stilts exploring connections and community.

21/8, 15:00-15:25

Albani Torv

Free

Shows and experiences

Fu-Tourists

Visitors from a distant galaxy arrive on stilts in Odense to learn more about Earthlings.

21/8, 15:00-15:40

Gader og stræder

Free

Shows and experiences

Retro Sport

There’s plenty of energy and humour as Cronopia pushes the body to its limits with wild exercises.

21/8, 16:00-16:30

Gråbrødre Plads

Free

Shows and experiences

Snowball

A moving cabinet of curiosities sparks curiosity in both children and adults.

21/8, 16:00-16:30

Gader og stræder

Free

Shows and experiences

LI(E)N

An acrobatic and poetic aerial performance with a message to convey.

21/8, 17:00-17:40

Albani Torv

Free

Shows and experiences

Fu-Tourists

Visitors from a distant galaxy arrive on stilts in Odense to learn more about Earthlings.

21/8, 17:00-17:40

Gader og stræder

Free

Shows and experiences

BasketballMan

Come and see some amazing freestyle basketball tricks when BasketballMan rolls into Odense.

21/8, 18:00-18:30

Gråbrødre Plads

Free

Music

Solfar: Electronic Music in the Park

Discover Munke Mose park transformed into a magnificent venue for electronic music and visual art.

21/8, 18:30-22:00

Munke Mose

Free

Shows and experiences

Moving Zen

Experience a stunning and captivating street performance featuring juggling and fire.

21/8, 19:00-19:30

Albani Torv

Free

Music

Music is everywhere

Enjoy a musical experience like no other, as everyday objects are transformed into instruments.

21/8, 20:00-20:30

Gråbrødre Plads

Free

Shows and experiences

Moving Zen

Experience a stunning and captivating street performance featuring juggling and fire.

21/8, 21:00-21:30

Albani Torv

Free

Shows and experiences

Skyggemaskine

Live music and light show blend with the shadows we cast in H.C. Andersen Festivals' spectacular outdoor evening show.

21/8, 22:00-22:30

Flakhaven

Free

Music

KOPS

Come and see the multi-talented musician KOPS take to the stage in a live concert.

21/8, 22:45-23:45

Amfiscenen

Free

Art and culture

The Boundless Duckling

See the iconic Ugly Duckling as a huge artwork on grass in the park.

22/8, 00:01-23:59

Eventyrhaven

Free

Play and learn

Creative workshop

Take a break and pop into the charming Vintapperstræde, where you can paint your own spinning top.

22/8, 09:00-17:00

Vintapperstræde Torv

Free

Play and learn

Build your own fairy tale with LEGO bricks

Get inspired by Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tales and let your imagination run free with tens of thousands of white LEGO bricks.

22/8, 09:00-17:00

Odense Rådhus - Rådhushallen

Free

Play and learn

If it could talk

Use natural and recycled materials to create a figure and give it a voice, just like in Andersen’s fairy tales.

22/8, 10:00-17:00

Ny Vestergade

Free

Shows and experiences

The Bubbles Factory

Wonderful street performance celebrating imagination with laughter, light and the fragile poetry of bubbles.

22/8, 10:00-10:45

Gråbrødre Plads

Free

Art and culture

Saudade

Explore an exciting multimedia exhibition that explores longing, memories and belonging.

22/8, 10:00-17:00

Kunstbygningen Filosoffen

Free

Shows and experiences

Shoeshine

Anything can happen when a fun Italian corner pops up during the H.C. Andersen Festivals.

22/8, 11:00-11:30

Hans Jensens Stræde

Free

Play and learn

Kids' playground

Visit Munke Mose park, where there’s fun and free play all day during the Streetfood Festival Odense.

22/8, 11:00-21:00

Munke Mose

Free

Shows and experiences

EARTH

An enchanting street performance on stilts exploring connections and community.

22/8, 11:00-11:25

Albani Torv

Free

Other activities

Streetfood Festival Odense

Munke Mose park is transformed into a vibrant street food scene offering great food and a friendly atmosphere.

22/8, 11:00-21:00

Munke Mose

Free

Shows and experiences

The Bubbles Factory

Wonderful street performance celebrating imagination with laughter, light and the fragile poetry of bubbles.

22/8, 12:00-12:45

Gråbrødre Plads

Free

Shows and experiences

Snowball

A moving cabinet of curiosities sparks curiosity in both children and adults.

22/8, 12:00-12:30

Gader og stræder

Free

Shows and experiences

EARTH

An enchanting street performance on stilts exploring connections and community.

22/8, 13:00-13:25

Albani Torv

Free

Music

Phønix feat. SangKa

Take the family on a Danish-Chinese musical adventure as the folk band Phønix performs with Chinese musician SangKa.

22/8, 14:00-14:45

Dexter

Free

Shows and experiences

Shoeshine

Anything can happen when a fun Italian corner pops up during the H.C. Andersen Festivals.

22/8, 14:00-14:30

Hans Jensens Stræde

Free

Shows and experiences

Retro Sport

There’s plenty of energy and humour as Cronopia pushes the body to its limits with wild exercises.

22/8, 14:00-14:30

Gråbrødre Plads

Free

Shows and experiences

Snowball

A moving cabinet of curiosities sparks curiosity in both children and adults.

22/8, 14:00-14:30

Gader og stræder

Free

Shows and experiences

EARTH

An enchanting street performance on stilts exploring connections and community.

22/8, 15:00-15:25

Albani Torv

Free

Shows and experiences

Fu-Tourists

Visitors from a distant galaxy arrive on stilts in Odense to learn more about Earthlings.

22/8, 15:00-15:40

Gader og stræder

Free

Shows and experiences

Retro Sport

There’s plenty of energy and humour as Cronopia pushes the body to its limits with wild exercises.

22/8, 16:00-16:30

Gråbrødre Plads

Free

Shows and experiences

Snowball

A moving cabinet of curiosities sparks curiosity in both children and adults.

22/8, 16:00-16:30

Gader og stræder

Free

Shows and experiences

LI(E)N

An acrobatic and poetic aerial performance with a message to convey.

22/8, 17:00-17:40

Albani Torv

Free

Shows and experiences

Fu-Tourists

Visitors from a distant galaxy arrive on stilts in Odense to learn more about Earthlings.

22/8, 17:00-17:40

Gader og stræder

Free

Music

Music is everywhere

Enjoy a musical experience like no other, as everyday objects are transformed into instruments.

22/8, 18:00-18:30

Gråbrødre Plads

Free

Shows and experiences

Moving Zen

Experience a stunning and captivating street performance featuring juggling and fire.

22/8, 19:00-19:30

Albani Torv

Free

Music

Phønix & SangKa

East and West unite in music when folk band Phønix joins forces with Chinese SangKa in a captivating concert.

22/8, 20:00-21:15

Dexter

Free

Shows and experiences

LI(E)N

An acrobatic and poetic aerial performance with a message to convey.

22/8, 20:00-20:40

Albani Torv

Free

Music

Music is everywhere

Enjoy a musical experience like no other, as everyday objects are transformed into instruments.

22/8, 20:00-20:30

Gråbrødre Plads

Free

Shows and experiences

Moving Zen

Experience a stunning and captivating street performance featuring juggling and fire.

22/8, 21:00-21:30

Albani Torv

Free

Music

Sattelite Synthesizer

Enjoy a truly unique experience in the late evening hours with a concert in outer space.

22/8, 21:00-21:50

Kunstmuseum Brandts - Skulptursalen

Free

Shows and experiences

Skyggemaskine

Live music and light show blend with the shadows we cast in H.C. Andersen Festivals' spectacular outdoor evening show.

22/8, 22:00-22:30

Flakhaven

Free

Music

Sattelite Synthesizer

Enjoy a truly unique experience in the late evening hours with a concert in outer space.

22/8, 23:00-23:50

Kunstmuseum Brandts - Skulptursalen

Free