Sponsors & Partners of the Great Northern Viking Festival

 Bring Iceland to Minnesota and connect your brand to one of the most unforgettable elements of the festival. This sponsorship directly supports the travel of authentic Viking martial arts expert and cultural historian from Iceland, offering demonstrations and insights found nowhere else in Minnesota.

Why It’s a Standout:

• Exclusive: No other festival in Minnesota in 2026 will feature this exact guest experience.
   
• High visibility: Draws hundreds per session, with extensive online and media reach.
   
• Prestige: Your name becomes part of a rare international cultural exchange.
   

Sponsor Benefits:

• Official recognition as the Icelandic guest sponsor in all festival marketing
   
• Logo and name on signage at Icelandic demo locations and guest bio pages on our website
   
• Verbal thank-you before each Icelandic guest demonstration
   
• Recognition in press releases and featured social media posts
   
• Photo opportunity with Icelandic guests (for your own marketing use)
   
• Optional sponsor booth space during the festival to connect directly with attendees (placement subject to approval)
   
• Estimated Reach: Hundreds per session, with thousands more reached online through press, shares, and festival promotions.

 🍺 Official Festival Beer Provided by Paddlefish Brewing  (St. Peter, MN)  🍺

Own the most social and photographed location of A Night in Valhalla. The Mead Hall is where horns are raised, laughter fills the air, and memories are made. As the Mead-Giver Sponsor, your brand becomes the name behind the heartbeat of the evening.

Why It’s Special:

• Cultural center: The Mead Hall is woven into Viking history and our modern celebration.
   
• Photo magnet: Attendees share countless images from this space, all with your branding in the frame.
   
• Direct connection: Guests will associate your name with hospitality, celebration, and community.
   

Sponsor Benefits:

• Naming rights for the Mead Hall (“The Mead Hall — Sponsored by [Your Name]”)
   
• Naming of one signature mead blend for the evening (subject to Festival Manager approval)
   
• Two VIV Passes to A Night in Valhalla (with all VIV perks)
   
• Reserved sponsor table in the VIV section of the Mead Hall
   
• Two complimentary flights of mead
   
• Logo and name on Mead Hall signage and menus
   
• Recognition on the festival website, multiple social media spotlight posts, and event program
   
• On-stage thank-you during the evening
   
• Estimated Reach: Over 1,200 guests expected to visit the Mead Hall in 2026, generating hundreds of photos and videos posted online.
   

 ⭐ Little Vikings’ Landing is Proudly Sponsored by WOW! Zone (Mankato, MN) ⭐ 

Be the champion of our youngest festival-goers by sponsoring Little Vikings’ Landing — a vibrant, interactive children’s area full of hands-on activities, games, and crafts. This space is a core feature of Family Day on Sunday and a highlight for parents and kids alike.

Why It’s Special:

• Family goodwill: Sponsors gain positive association with safe, joyful experiences for children.
   
• High engagement: Families linger here, giving your brand repeated exposure.
   
• Local connection: Perfect for businesses focused on family services, education, health, or community.
   

Sponsor Benefits:

• Naming rights for the children’s area (“Little Vikings’ Landing — Sponsored by [Your Name]”)
   
• Logo and name displayed at the entrance to Little Vikings’ Landing
   
• Sponsor table/booth space within or directly adjacent to the children’s area for direct interaction
   
• Four General Festival Tickets for Saturday or Sunday
   
• Recognition on the festival website, social media, and event program
   
• On-stage thank-you during the weekend’s festivities
   
• Opportunity to provide small branded giveaways for the children’s area (subject to approval)
   
• Inclusion in Family Day promotions (logo and name in marketing and social media posts)
   
• Estimated Reach: 600+ family members expected in 2026, based on first-year attendance growth projections.

**Viking Warrior Company is the Official Viking Garb Sponsor of  2026 festival **

Viking Outfit the warriors of the Great Northern Viking Festival.
This exclusive sponsorship places your brand at the center of the festival’s immersive experience, showcasing your business as the official source of Viking attire.

Gain visibility among attendees, be featured on our website and promotional materials, and connect directly with a highly engaged audience ready to step into the Viking world.