Scandinavian Midsummer Festival: Festival Info & Schedule
The Swedish National Federation of Worcester proudly presents:
The 123rd Scandinavian Midsummer Festival in Shrewsbury, MA!
SAC Park
438 Lake Street
Shrewsbury, MA 01545
Home of the Scandinavian Athletic Club, established in 1923.
Join us on Saturday, June 27th, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 4:00 PM for this exciting Shrewsbury MA Festival!
Admission is $10 per person; seniors aged 70 and over can enjoy a reduced price of $8, while kids 13 and under enter for free when accompanied by an adult (cash only). Gates will open at 10:30 AM, and there will be no advance admission or meal tickets available.
Free parking is provided!
At 11:15 AM, experience the Midsummer Pole Raising Ceremony, complete with dances and live music. Audience participation is encouraged in our ring dances—no prior experience is necessary; we'll guide you through!
From 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM, savor a delicious Homemade Swedish Meatball Lunch with continuous serving, available for $15 (cash only). Enjoy dining in our pavilion and limited air-conditioned Lounge seating. An ATM will be on-site for your convenience.
Throughout the day, Snackholm will provide food and refreshments (cash only; ATM available).
Take advantage of our cash bar, offering both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Limited quantities of Scandinavian craft beers, mead, cider, and aquavit will be available (cash only).
Don't miss the excitement as SAC Park welcomes back the Boston Irish Vikings! Enjoy a Viking encampment with ongoing live combat demonstrations, crafts, and games—thrilling entertainment for all ages!
Explore a variety of vendors featuring Scandinavian foods, gifts, DIY flower crowns, homemade baked goods, and more! Local legends The Gift Chalet will showcase a wide selection of gifts and wares, replacing their Black Friday sale. (Some vendors may accept credit cards.)
Kids will have a blast with activities and crafts, including a bouncy castle.
Participate in our tombola and raffles, with raffle winners announced at 3:00 PM in the Dome Room.
Stay tuned for the announcement of our 2026 artists! Enjoy live music from SAC Spelmanslag, accordionist Dan Mackowiak, and vocalist Birgitta Whited. Past featured performers have included Klintetten from Sweden, soprano Sarah Callinan, nyckelharpa and five-string fiddle player lydia ievens, and the Revontulet Dancers.
Ample free parking will be available on-site.
Please note that dogs and pets are not permitted (service dogs, of course, are allowed).
For safety reasons, no outside food, beverages, or alcoholic beverages are allowed on the property.
Additionally, no weapons (realistic or reproductions) are allowed.