Nordic Fest
About this event
The Nordic Fest is a cultural festival in Decorah, Iowa. The 2026 event takes place Jul 23–25, 2026. Decorah's Norwegian-American heritage festival, celebrating Scandinavian culture with food, folk arts, music, and the Vesterheim museum's craft traditions over the last full weekend of July.
Annual, last full weekend of July
Location & directions
Decorah, IA 52101
Frequently asked questions
When is Nordic Fest 2026?
Nordic Fest takes place Jul 23–25, 2026 in Decorah, Iowa. Annual, last full weekend of July
Where is Nordic Fest held?
Nordic Fest is held in Decorah, Iowa, at Decorah, IA 52101.
What is Nordic Fest?
Decorah's Norwegian-American heritage festival, celebrating Scandinavian culture with food, folk arts, music, and the Vesterheim museum's craft traditions over the last full weekend of July.
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