Nordic Fest 2026

Nordic Fest is an annual three-day summer festival held in Decorah, Iowa that celebrates community and the area’s Scandinavian heritage. The 59th annual Nordic Fest will take place July 23-25, 2026. Organized by a board of volunteers, Nordic Fest offers food, activities and entertainment for the whole family. Learn more and get involved at nordicfest.com. Nordic Fest 2026 Theme: BUTTER -- a playful and deliciously nostalgic nod to Scandinavian heritage, farm traditions, and the everyday foods that connect generations. With BUTTER as the theme, Nordic Fest invites festival-goers to celebrate the lighter side of heritage—where food, farming, storytelling, and tradition come together. It creates space for creativity, humor, and hands-on experiences while honoring the agricultural roots that shaped Decorah and the surrounding region.