Today, Stoughton’s Norwegian memories focus on a unique and exciting yearly celebration. But Syttende Mai is not just a glorification of the Norwegian heritage. It is a large-scale reminder of the richness of our pasts, of the immense value of all ethnic and national backgrounds to the history of our community, state, and nation

Stoughton's Syttende Mai festival is a weekend-long celebration of Norwegian heritage featuring fun activities and cultural experiences for the whole family. Come join us for three days of parades, amazing food and drink, arts and music, athletic competitions, and kids’ activities steeped in centuries of Norwegian culture.

Schedule of Events:

9 am - 12 pm - Rosemaling Exhibit & Sale
United Methodist Church ∙ 525 Lincoln Ave Basement Entrance

9 am - 12 pm - Quilt Show and Hardanger Embroidery Exhibit
Chorus Public House ∙ 154 W. Main Street

9 am - Food Stands Open
Various Locations

10 am - 12 pm - Norwegian Heritage Center - Livsreise
277 W. Main Street

10:30 am - Norwegian Church Service feat. Edvard Grieg Chorus
Christ Lutheran Church, 700 County Hwy. B

10:30 - 5pm - Shuttle Bus Service
Parking at Stoughton High School ∙ 600 Lincoln Ave ∙ Note: Shuttle Bus Service will not run during the Parade

11 am - 1 pm - Stoughton Historical Museum
324 S. Page Street

11 am - 2 pm - Syttende Mai Bake Sale and Sit-Down Meals
Sons of Norway Lodge ∙ 317 S. Page Street While supplies last

11 am - 3 pm - Norwegian Dancer Parents Bake Sale
Stoughton High School ∙ 600 Lincoln Ave While supplies last

1:30 pm - Norwegian Parade
Starts at S. Fourth Street Westbound on Main Street

3 pm - 5 pm - Stoughton Historical Museum
324 S. Page Street

3:45 pm - Norwegian Dancer Final Performance
High School Gymnasium (Door #1 and #24) ∙ 600 Lincoln Ave