Get Your Viking on in Astoria
Published: 03/30/2017 Updated: 05/12/2017
What started in 1968 as a summer solstice celebration and all things Scandinavian, Astoria's Scandinavian Midsummer Festival is now recognized as an Oregon Heritage Tradition.
From June 16 to 18 the Astoria Scandinavian Midsummer Festival will transform the Clatsop County Fairgrounds into a wonderland of Norwegian, Finnish, Danish and Swedish culture. The festival attracts thousands of visitors from near and far who are interested in exploring the rich culture and heritage of the Scandinavian countries. From its popular Midnight Sun Breakfast to the Running of the Trolls, this three-day festival abounds with authentic attire, a royal court, beer garden, dance performances, Vikings and food galore.
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Astoria Activities & Attractions
The visitor center features a replica of Fort Clatsop, ranger programs and hiking trails.
Astoria Activities & Attractions
A local and national landmark depicts the Victorian era and family history of Captain George Flavel.
Astoria Art Galleries
Eclectic cards and gift shop with a gallery filled with original works by local artists.
Published: 03/30/2017 Updated: 05/12/2017
What started in 1968 as a summer solstice celebration and all things Scandinavian, Astoria's Scandinavian Midsummer Festival is now recognized as an Oregon Heritage Tradition.
From June 16 to 18 the Astoria Scandinavian Midsummer Festival will transform the Clatsop County Fairgrounds into a wonderland of Norwegian, Finnish, Danish and Swedish culture. The festival attracts thousands of visitors from near and far who are interested in exploring the rich culture and heritage of the Scandinavian countries. From its popular Midnight Sun Breakfast to the Running of the Trolls, this three-day festival abounds with authentic attire, a royal court, beer garden, dance performances, Vikings and food galore.
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Astoria Activities & Attractions
Three days of Scandinavian musical, dance and theater groups are scheduled to entertain.
Astoria Activities & Attractions
Home to Clatsop County’s Historical Society archives, research library and local history exhibits.
Astoria Activities & Attractions
The visitor center features a replica of Fort Clatsop, ranger programs and hiking trails.
Astoria Art Galleries
Eclectic cards and gift shop with a gallery filled with original works by local artists.