Scandinavian American Cultural and Historical Foundation

Scandinavian Festival 2010

April 17-18, 2010

Saturday: 10:00am – 5:00pm
Sunday: 10:00am – 4:00pm

Festival Information









Both days of the Festival are filled with music, dancing, food, lectures, demonstration, vendors and activities for young and old alike. The Viking Encampment and Sami Village will once again be present. For information on Children’s Activities, please click on "Children's Activities". Some examples of family activities:

Family Activities

  • Head wreaths: Make a head wreath with real flowers and ribbon! Good for all ages and boys and girls, men and women alike.
  • Maypole: Starting with a parade at 2:30, we will raise the Maypole and dance around it while singing traditional songs.
  • Kubb: Come learn the ancient game of the Vikings. It’s a bit like horseshoes, but without horseshoes or the stake.
  • Croquet: Try your hand at hitting the balls through our Dala Horse hoops.
  • Labyrinth:
  • Orienteering: Learn some new navigational skills!
  • Festival Stage: Music, singing and dancing will change hourly. On Saturday at 10:30 the Festival will open with a colorful parade of flags, along with dignitaries from the Scandinavian countries. Many will be in Old World costumes.
  • Food Court: In the food court, you will find a variety of Scandinavian foods such as Swedish Meatballs, Aebleskivers, Swedish Pancakes, Lefse, Danish Pastries, and more.
  • Craft and Food Demonstrations: Ever wondered how to make Krumkake or tried making bobbin lace? Card or spin wool? Demonstrations will take place on both days.
  • Vintage Cars and Motorcycles: Interested in seeing a variety of old and new Volvos, Saabs or Nimbus Motorcycles? We have them!




This event is sponsored by the Scandinavian American Cultural and Historical Foundation with support from California Lutheran University. For more information about the 2010 Scandinavian Festival, please call Lana Lundin at 805.216.3373 or e-mail ScanCenter@callutheran.edu