GRASS VALLEY, California –After a 5-year hiatus, the Nordic Marketplace returns to Grass Valley with a new flare offering a celebration of all things Scandinavian. The event will take place on Saturday, October 19 from 10am-3pm at the Love Building at Condon Park. Attendees can browse Scandinavian vendors ranging from authentic Viking era goods to modern Scandinavian home décor. In addition, there will be live music and demonstrations including Scandinavian fiber arts provided by members of the Foothills Fiber Arts Guild and Nordic cooking demonstrations. Free kids crafts will be available including coloring and Danish heart basket weaving.
The event will feature two Viking era reenactment groups, the Bjornstad Vikings and the Dark Boar Vikings who will provide demonstrations on daily life in the Viking era. The Bjornstad Vikings are a living history and educational group which strives to provide an authentic presentation of the culture, weapons, and crafts from a thousand years ago. The Bjornstad Vikings are so authentic that they have even been filmed twice for History Channel productions and provided authentic weapon sound effects for films such as How to Train Your Dragon.
There’s a reason the Scandinavian Countries are consistently ranked the happiest countries in the world. Come discover what sets Scandinavia apart at this family-friendly event. Admission is $5 at the door, all youth 12 and under are free. Whether you love modern Scandinavian culture, are fascinated by the legendary Viking era, or want to feel connected to the traditions your family held growing up – there is something for everyone to enjoy!
KNOW & GO
When: Saturday, October 19, 2024 from 10am-3pm
Where: Love Building at Condon Park, 660 Minnie Street, Grass Valley
More Info: $5 admission at the door. Youth 12 & under are free. Learn more: Nordic Fest
About the Gold Country Scandinavians and Gold Country Sons of Norway
Gold Country Scandinavians is a program of the Gold Country Sons of Norway Club, Gulldalen Lodge. Gold Country Scandinavians aims to bring people of all ages and backgrounds together in celebration of Scandinavian culture while also preserving traditions that have been passed down through generations. Sons of Norway was founded in 1895 to provide fraternal support to one another and has hundreds of local chapters located throughout three countries. Sons of Norway is open to everyone. Want to get involved? Join a local meeting or reach out to be added to our email list.
Learn more at Gold Country Scandinavians.