The council keeps first come, first served on the square

There is great interest from several actors who want to use the square this summer.

Longyearbyen lokalstyre (the local council) is seeing a considerable increase in the number of actors who want to contribute activity, trade and experiences on the square this summer. The local council finds this very gratifying and says it shows that the square is an attractive meeting place for both residents and visitors.

The square can be used by actors who contribute to life and activity. The use is based on trust, and practical information for those who want to stand on the square is in the guidelines on the local council's website.

But the increased interest shows that the local council must get a better overview of placement, logistics and coordination before next season.

For summer 2026 the local council therefore continues with a simple arrangement: first come, first served within the designated areas. Space is limited, so the number who get a place may vary.

At the same time, the increased activity gives the local council a good basis for how the use of the square should be developed further. The matter will therefore be taken up politically in the autumn.

The aim is a clear and predictable solution that safeguards activity, market trade, play and good areas to stay.

The local council's ambition is that by 2027 the square will be well regulated and facilitated, so that a good balance between different considerations is achieved, while the activity seen today is continued.