This city-wide celebration starts with evening ceremonies on Thursday, July 23, and continues all day Friday and Saturday, July 24 and 25. Nordic Fest is fun for the whole family with lively music and dancing, challenging sporting events, delicious food, and lots of entertainment. It’s a great time to visit Vesterheim. There will be folk art demonstrations, entertainment, and exhibits throughout the campus! Check back for a full schedule of activities! Volunteer! Do you want an insider view of Nordic Fest? Volunteering at Vesterheim during the Fest is always a great way to make connections, have fun, and support the museum. We are always looking for support welcoming guests, hosting galleries, giving demonstrators a break, delivering treats to other volunteers, and more. Contact Chivonne Marlow, Visitor Services Manager, at 563-382-9681 ext. 305, or cmarlow@vesterheim.org. Decorah’s Nordic Fest Nordic Fest is held each year on the last full weekend in July and includes fun activities for the whole family. There is always lively dancing, challenging sporting events, delicious food, and lots of other entertainment. Whether or not you have Norwegian heritage, there is plenty to enjoy at Decorah’s citywide celebration of Nordic traditions and heritage! Visit the Nordic Fest website to learn more. Decorah Nordic Fest Info
