2026 event schedule
17th of May Parade
Come celebrate Norwegian Constitution Day with the largest 17th of May parade outside of Norway, right in the heart of Ballard! This year we celebrate 52 years in Ballard!
Skål Beer Hall
Join us in the heart of the action at Ballard’s only Nordic Beer Hall for a full day of festivities on Syttende Mai! Doors open at 12pm with open seating all day.
17th of May Luncheon - SOLD OUT!
Come celebrate Norwegian Constitution Day with the largest 17th of May parade outside of Norway, right in the heart of Ballard!
Leif Erikson Lodge Open House
The Sons of Norway Leif Erikson Lodge extend a warm welcome to the entire community with their 17th of May Open House
Bergen Place Musical Entertainment
Join us before the parade for a relaxing yet spirited Nordic musical experience.
We’re proud to announce our 2026 Musical Lineup!
12:00 pm : Welcome
12:15 pm : Winter Band
1:30 pm : Folk Voice Duo
2:30 pm : Barne leikarringen
3:00 pm : Introduction of Grand Marshal Honorary Marshals
3:10 pm : Norwegian Ladies Chorus
3:35 pm : Seattle Mannskor
4:00 pm : Laura Loge & Steven Luksan
4:30 pm : Close of program
6:00 pm : Parade starts
The program is free and open to the public. This year’s program is brought to you by the Seattle-Bergen Sister City Association. Special thanks to Music Director Morton Blomso and Emcee Anders Blomso for their help scheduling this year’s performances. Also, keep your eye out for free Kid’s face paining between 1:30 and 3:30 with fun Norwegian trivia in the mix as well.
