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Polarjazz 2026

Sarah Pagel · 28 August 2026

Last edition: 5 Feb 2026 – 8 Feb 2026 · next TBA Longyearbyen, Norway

Polarjazz is a music festival held annually in Longyearbyen, Svalbard. It is unique due to its setting during the polar night, when the blue light returns to the archipelago.

What Polarjazz offers

Pop Folk Jazz Rock Blues No camping

The sound system will be unforgiving. Loop lets you hear every detail at a safe volume – no ringing on the train home. We love recommending a product we've been using ourselves for years.

For fans

Where you'll be

Kulturhuset

Longyearbyen, 9170, Svalbard

Local Currency: NOK

Consider paying in NOK locally. Bring cash or use a payment card that supports this currency to avoid extra fees.

Past Editions

An independent music & festival researcher with 10+ years in the global dance scene.

28 August 2026