Viking Festival Entertainment & Activities

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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 from the Viking Age Club and Society of the Sons of Norway bring Viking life to the present day. Explore authentic Iron Age cooking with Modern Urban Viking Cooking demos and meet Viking Encampment characters who will take you on a journey through the rich history and lore of the Norse people.

This festival is all about hands-on experiences. Whether you’re trying your luck at axe throwing with Purple Bunny Axe House, mastering the ancient atlatl spear throw, or playing the strategic Viking game of Kubb, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Don’t miss the live blacksmithing demos from The Forging Community of Duluth and Drew’s Blades, 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 with River Valley Raptors, and watch fierce live steel combat from Asfolk Viking Martial Arts and the Viking Age Club. For those curious about Viking magic, join Kari Tauring to discover the mysteries of runes, and listen to the ancient sounds of kulokk—a Viking cattle-calling technique—performed by Peggy Larson. Legendary tales await you with Tad the Viking Skald, who will bring 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!

Looking to bring home some Viking treasures? Explore the market with 25 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.

In the spirit of Minnesota’s renowned sauna culture, we’re offering a special sauna experience! Relax like a true Viking in the heat of the sauna, and for the brave, take on the traditional cold-water immersion dip to awaken your inner warrior. It’s the perfect way to cap off your Viking adventure. Don't forget to bring  swimwear and a towel.

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 today and become part of this legendary event!