Great Northern Viking Festival

The Great Northern Viking Festival Is A  Family Friendly Celebration Honoring Rich Old Norse & Viking Heritage. Our Mission Is To Immerse Attendees In The Viking Era Through Exhilarating Entertainment, Education, And Immersive Experiences. Join Us For A Unique Blend Of Festival Fun Mixed With Historical Exploration, Where The Past Meets The Present In A Thrilling Interactive And Entertaining Atmosphere.  

Experience Live Entertainment & Viking Adventures
Welcome To The Great Northern Viking Festival—Where History, Adventure, And Interactive Entertainment Collide For An Experience Like No Other! Get Ready To Live The Viking Life In The Modern World, With Exciting Events And Activities Designed For All Ages. Here’s What You Can Expect From This Epic Festival!

Why You Need To Attend
The Great Northern Viking Festival Is Not Your Average Event—It’s A Fully Immersive Viking Adventure That Offers You More Than Just A Glimpse Into The Past. Step Into Our Historical Viking Village, Where Reenactors From The Viking Age Club And Society Of The Sons Of Norway Bring Viking Life To The Present Day. Explore Authentic Iron Age Cooking With Modern Urban Viking Cooking Demos And Meet Viking Encampment Characters Who Will Take You On A Journey Through The Rich History And Lore Of The Norse People.

Interactive Viking Activities
This Festival Is All About Hands-On Experiences. Whether You’re Trying Your Luck At Axe Throwing With Purple Bunny Axe House, Mastering The Ancient Atlatl Spear Throw, Or Playing The Strategic Viking Game Of Kubb, There’s Something For Everyone To Enjoy. Don’t Miss The Live Blacksmithing Demos From The Forging Community Of Duluth And Drew’s Blades, Where You Can Watch Master Craftsmen In Action And Bring Home Their Handcrafted And Foraged Goods.

Non-Stop Demos & Epic Entertainment
Prepare To Be Amazed By Non-Stop Entertainment Throughout The Festival. Learn About The Ancient Art Of Falconry With River Valley Raptors, And Watch Fierce Live Steel Combat From Asfolk Viking Martial Arts And The Viking Age Club. For Those Curious About Viking Magic, Join Kari Tauring To Discover The Mysteries Of Runes, And Listen To The Ancient Sounds Of Kulokk—A Viking Cattle-Calling Technique—Performed By Peggy Larson. Legendary Tales Await You With Tad The Viking Skald, Who Will Bring The Sagas Of Viking Explorers And Warriors To Life.

Feast Like A Viking
No Viking Gathering Is Complete Without A Feast! Satisfy Your Appetite With Offerings From Our Food Trucks, Or Enjoy A Drink In The Mead Hall, Where Traditional Viking Beverages And A Special Nordic-Style Beer Brewed Just For The Festival Await. Whether You’re In The Mood For Viking-Themed Coffee Or A Mead, There’s Something For Every Viking To Enjoy.

Fun For The Whole Family
The Great Northern Viking Festival Is A Family-Friendly Event With Activities For Little Vikings, Too! Kids Can Dig For Treasures At The Viking Relic Dig, Crawl Through The Troll Tunnel, And Create Viking-Inspired Crafts To Take Home. There’s Plenty Of Fun For All Ages!

Unique Vendors & Artisan Goods
Looking To Bring Home Some Viking Treasures? Explore The Market With 25 Unique Vendors Offering Handcrafted Items, Including Viking-Inspired Jewelry, Clothing, And Artisan Weapons. You’ll Find One-Of-A-Kind Pieces That Truly Capture The Spirit Of The Norse.

Minnesota Sauna Experience
In The Spirit Of Minnesota’s Renowned Sauna Culture, We’re Offering A Special Sauna Experience! Relax Like A True Viking In The Heat Of The Sauna, And For The Brave, Take On The Traditional Cold-Water Immersion Dip To Awaken Your Inner Warrior. It’s The Perfect Way To Cap Off Your Viking Adventure. Don't Forget To Bring  Swimwear And A Towel.

Exclusive 21+ Event: A Night In Valhalla
For Those Seeking An Even More Immersive Experience, Join Us For A Night In Valhalla, Our 21+ Exclusive Event. Enjoy An Unforgettable Evening Of Viking Revelry, Complete With Drinks, Music, And An Atmosphere That Will Make You Feel Like You’ve Entered The Halls Of The Gods. It’s The Ultimate Way To Celebrate The Viking Way Of Life!

Schedule Of Events:

10:00 Am - The Gates Open - Let The Festivities Begin

10:30 Am - Modern Urban Viking Cooking (Viking Village Area) Feast Your Eyes On Iron Age Cooking Techniques And Learn How Norse People Cooked Over The Fire.
 
10:45 Am  - Dye Like A Viking (Viking Village Area) Learn About The Brilliant Dyes And Bright Colors Used During The Viking Era. See Dye Pots, Materials, And Samples, And Get An Introduction To The Basics Of Dyeing.

11:00 - Am-Viking Age Club And Society Of The Sons Of Norway: Live Steel Combat (Demo Area) Start Your Day With A Clash Of Steel As Viking Warriors Showcase Their Combat Skills In An Epic Display Of Strength And Strategy.
 
11:45 Am - River Valley Raptors: Falconry Demo Marvel At The Mastery Of Falconry As These Skilled Birds Of Prey Demonstrate Precision, Power, And Grace In Action.
 
12:15 Pm Got Forge? (Forging Community Booth) Witness Blacksmiths Bring Raw Metal To Life Through Their Incredible Forging Skills.

12:30pm-Tad The Skald: Norse Stortelling Gather Close As Tad The Skald Spins Epic Tales Of Gods, Heroes, And Wild Adventures That'll Make You Feel Like You're In The Middle Of The Sagas.

12:45 Pm - Rune Keychain Making (Kids Area) Join In This Interactive Craft Session Where Kids Can Make Their Own Rune Keychains To Take Home.

1:00 Pm-Asfolk: Try Viking Martial Artsi (Demo Area) Step Into The Shoes Of A Viking Warrior And Test Your Mettle With Thrilling Combat Techniques. This Interactive Demo Lets You Join In On The Action!

1:45 Pm-River Valley Raptors: Falconry Demo Witness These Magnificent Birds Of Prey As They Take Flight, Showcasing The Precision And Skill Of Falconry.

2:15 Pm To 2:45 Pm - Make And Take Ceramics (Viking Village Area) Join In This Hands-On Activity With Modern Urban Viking Cooking, Where You Can Create Your Own Viking-Style Ceramics. Participants Must Attend The Full Session.

2:45pmtad The Skald:
Norse Stortelling Gather Close As Tad The Skald Spins Epic Tales Of Gods, Heroes, And Wild Adventures That'll Make You Feel Like You're In The Middle Of The Sagas.

3:00 Pm - Atlatl, Spear Throwing Contest (Contest Area) Test Your Accuracy And Skill In The Ancient Art Of Spear Throwing! Prizes For The Winners.
 
3:30 Pm - Viking Age Club And Society Of The Sons Of Norway: Live Steel Combat The Viking Warriors Return For Another Fierce Round Of Steel Combat, Showcasing Their Skill And Strength!

4:30 Pm - Festival Concludes For The Day

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