Scandinavian Festival - Nordic Heritage Celebration with Music, Food, and Viking Reenactments

✨ Event Description

The Scandinavian Festival at NJ Vasa Park in Budd Lake is a day packed with Nordic culture, music, food, and Viking reenactments. You’ll find everything from Swedish jazz and folk dancers to Viking games like axe throwing and a wife carrying contest. There are multiple stages with performances and a kids activities area, making it a family-friendly outing.

🔍 What to Expect

• 🎭 Viking reenactments: Watch battle reenactments and check out Viking encampments with the Vinland Longships and Von Halstern groups.
• 🎶 Nordic music: Enjoy performances from Swedish Jazz, Musical Rainbows, and more across several stages.
• 🍽️ Nordic food vendors: Over fifty vendors serving traditional Nordic foods and handcraft items.
• 🏆 Viking games: Try contests of strength and skill including axe throwing and wife carrying.
• 👶 Kids area: A dedicated space with activities for children.
• 🎟️ Ticket info: Advanced tickets are $11, $14 at the gate, $13 for seniors, and free for kids 12 and under or anyone in authentic Nordic folk dress.
• 📍 Location: Held at NJ Vasa Park, 1 Vasa Drive, Budd Lake, NJ.
• 🎉 Family friendly: The festival is suitable for all ages with plenty to keep kids entertained.