Don't miss these local events

July and August are relatively quiet in Sweden as well as Swedish America, but there are certainly a few things going on! If you’re traveling to or living on the East Coast, in the Midwest or Pacific Northwest, here are a few events you might want to add ... 

  • Danish saxophonist and composer Christian Winther is performing at Scandinavia House on July 27. Photo courtesy of www.christianwinther.com

  • In Seattle, WA
    Viking Days. A Festival for all senses at the Nordic Heritage Museum in Ballard August 19-20. This educational festival features Nordic foods, lively entertainment, a Viking Encampment, and much more. Eat your way through Scandinavia, tasting goodies from all five countries. Swedish Pancake Breakfast, Saturday and Sunday from 10am – 1pm. Afternoon Salmon Bake with Alder-smoked salmon and all the fixins’. Valhalla Beer Garden, Viking Grill and entertainment on 3 different stages. www.nordicmuseum.org/vikingdays

  • Viking Days, a mark of summer in Ballard, Seattle, Wash.

  • In Minneapolis, MN
    On July 26, learn to prepare pickled herring! Nordic Table knows that no summertime menu or smörgåsbord is complete without pickled herring, so they’re teaching easy ways to vary the flavors and textures of pickled herring. Make pickled herring at least three ways and add a seasonal berry dessert. Instructor Patrice Johnson is a Nordic food geek and meatball historian who loves to give traditional Scandinavian recipes a modern spin. 6:30-8 p.m. at the American Swedish Institute, $45/members, $55/non-members $55. Contact info@asimn.org or www.asimn.org/programs-education/events/nordic-table-celebrating-summer-pickled-herring

  • A herring sampler - a favorite for many a Scandinavian, no child's pläj if you are unaccustomed to the tastes of the north. Learn how to make your own at the ASI's Nordic Table pickled herring class on July 26, 2017.

  • In New York, NY
    This week’s Summer Jazz concert on July 27 features Danish saxophonist and composer Christian Winther. A set of Winther's original compositions will introduce you to the artist's soulful versatile sound. The evening starts with a pre-concert reception on the terrace at 6 p.m, concert to follow at 7 p.m. Scandinavia House. 212.779.3587, www.scandinaviahouse.org/events/summer-jazz-sigmar-matthiasson-trio/

  • Maypole in Jamestown, NY at the Scandinavian Folk Festival.

  • In Philadelphia, PA
    SmörgåsBeer: July 29 at 5-9 p.m. It's a the chance you’ve been waiting for - a summer evening sampling local Philly and international lagers, ales, stouts and more -paired alongside a spread of savories like Swedish meatballs, cheeses and sausages! Tickets are $30/advance, $35/ door, with a special designated driver price of $10. Register online or by phone to the American Swedish Historical Museum at 215.389.1776 or www.americanswedish.org

  • Lindsborg Folkdancers. Lindsborg is this year celebrating Hyllningsfest October 13 and 14. Original image: Lindsborg Visitors Bureau/Jim Richardson

  • Check our online calendar for other events around Swedish America, and you can even add your own — it's easy, just follow the prompt anywhere on this website where you see the orange "submit event" button.