SEATTLE’S Annual Celebration of Norwegian Constitution Day

Grunnlovsdagen

(transl. The Constitution Day)

The Constitution, declaring Norway an independent nation, was signed at Eidsvoll, Norway on May 17, 1814. The celebration of this day began spontaneously among students and other people in early years. At that time, Norway was under Swedish rule, and for many years the King of Sweden was reluctant to allow such celebrations. For a few years in the 1820s, King Carl Johan forbade the celebrations.

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SATURDAY, MAY 17TH 2025 | 4-6pm PT

STARTS at NW 62nd St. & 24th Ave. NW | ENDS at Ballard Ave. & Ione St.

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Come celebrate Norwegian Constitution Day with the largest 17th of May parade outside of Norway, right in the heart of Ballard!

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    Our historic gala lunch complete with a multi-course Norwegian inspired menu.

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