Viking Festival Entertainment & Activities

Welcome to the Great Northern Viking Festival—where history, adventure, and interactive entertainment collide for an experience like no other! Get ready to live the Viking life in the modern world, with exciting events and activities designed for all ages. Here’s what you can expect from this epic festival!

The Great Northern Viking Festival is not your average event—it’s a fully immersive Viking adventure that offers you more than just a glimpse into the past. Step into our Historical Viking Village, where reenactors bring Viking life to the present day. Explore authentic Iron Age cooking demos and meet Viking Encampment characters who will take you on a journey through the rich history and lore of the Vikings.

This festival is all about hands-on experiences. Whether you’re trying your luck at axe throwing, mastering the ancient spear throw, or playing Viking games, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Don’t miss the live blacksmithing demos , where you can watch master craftsmen in action and bring home their handcrafted and foraged goods.

Prepare to be amazed by non-stop entertainment throughout the festival. Learn about the ancient art of falconry, and watch fierce live steel combat. For those curious about Viking magic, join our interactive characters to discover the mysteries of runes, and listen to the ancient sounds of kulokk—a Viking cattle-calling technique. Legendary tales await you with, skalds telling the sagas of Viking explorers and warriors to life.

No Viking gathering is complete without a feast! Satisfy your appetite with offerings from our food trucks, or enjoy a drink in the Mead Hall, where traditional Viking beverages and a special Nordic-style beer brewed just for the festival await. Whether you’re in the mood for Viking-themed coffee or a mead, there’s something for every Viking to enjoy.

The Great Northern Viking Festival is a family-friendly event with activities for little Vikings, too! Kids can dig for treasures at the Viking Relic Dig, crawl through the Troll Tunnel, and create Viking-inspired crafts to take home. There’s plenty of fun for all ages!  Sunday is family day! 

Looking to bring home some Viking treasures? Explore the market with unique vendors offering handcrafted items, including Viking-inspired jewelry, clothing, and artisan weapons. You’ll find one-of-a-kind pieces that truly capture the spirit of the Norse.

For those seeking an even more immersive experience, join us for A Night in Valhalla, our 21+ exclusive event. Enjoy an unforgettable evening of Viking revelry, complete with drinks, music, and an atmosphere that will make you feel like you’ve entered the halls of the gods. It’s the ultimate way to celebrate the Viking way of life!

Skip the lines and secure your spot at the Great Northern Viking Festival by purchasing advanced tickets now. Tickets are available at a discounted rate compared to gate prices—so don’t wait!

Join us for a weekend of adventure, history, and entertainment that will leave you with memories (and stories) for a lifetime.

Live the Viking life in the modern world. 

Buy your tickets now and become part of this legendary event!

2025 festival schedule coming soon.