The 30th Annual Scandinavian Day Festival
| Start Date | Sunday, September 13, 2009 9:00 AM |
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| Location | Vasa Park |
Scandinavian Park Media Contacts: Linda Steffensen (847-884-8079)
and Jack Grandin (630-852-0598).
Scandinavian Day Celebrates Three Decades of Fun, Family & Festivities at
Vasa Park, South Elgin, IL, (7 Miles South of I-90 Northwest Tollway & 5 Miles
North of IL Rt. 64 North Ave.).
Enjoy a late summer day with traditional food, crafts, games, gifts &
entertainment celebrating the five Nordic heritage and cultures of Denmark,
Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden.
Come enjoy delicious Scandinavian foods, treats and baked goods. Featured Scandinavian and American entertainment includes The Nordic Folk Dancers,
Sun City Concert Band, Swedish Glee Club, Leikarringen Heimhug Folk
Dancers and more. Back by popular demand are the 10 a.m. church service
and free pony rides for the children. New in 2009: Take a stroll through our new
Heritage Garden & Walk of Honor and and visit a special exhibit celebrating
"30 Years of Scandinavian Day Memories".
Donation: Adults: $10 per person (includes FREE Parking) – Children 12 &
Under FREE. For FREE entry, please wear full traditional Scandinavian dress
or costume & spend a few minutes in the park's VIP/Culture Tent sharing the significance & history. Sorry...no pets permitted on the grounds!
For information, please call the Scandinavian Park Hotline 847-695-6720 or
