Decorate the Midsummer pole and make flower crowns, watch live music and performers, indulge in Nordic summer delicacies, play games and make crafts, shop vendors, experience Vikings, and enjoy - this is Midsummer!
Revel in the eclectic mix of entertainment, featuring traditional dances and lively music that capture the spirit of Nordic culture across the Pacific Northwest. Friday evening sets the stage for music and dancing near a blazing bonfire, while Saturday showcases the traditional Midsummer pole raising.
Schedule:
10 AM - Vasa Rosebuds
Dance group
11 AM - Tulehoidjad "Torch Bearers"
Estonian dance
12 PM - Portland Nordic Chorus
1 PM - Midsummer Pole Ceremony, Dancing, Tug of War with David Elliker-Vagsberg and Vasa Rosebuds
2 PM - Fossegrimen
Traditional music
3 PM - Granstrom, Rogers and Admund
Songs from Sweden and Oregon
4 PM - Nye Algen
Traditional Norweigan and Swedish folk music
5 PM - End
