• MN: Spring Retreat at Salolampi

    Salolampi Language Village Bemidji, MN, United States

    Bemidji: Immerse yourself in the Finnish architecture, food and atmosphere at this weekend at Salolampi, where programming options may include baking/cooking demonstrations, handicrafts/weaving or small wooden projects. Significant time will be dedicated to connections around music, art or handicrafts; games, books and other cultural resources; and enjoyment of food, coffee and sauna together, all with […]

  • CA: Scandinavian Festival

    California Lutheran University Thousand Oaks, CA, United States

    A Viking Encampment, Sami Village and music, dance food, lectures, demonstrations and more at this annual event on the campus of California Lutheran University.

  • MI: Ikitie

    Finnish American Heritage Center 435 Quincy St, Hancock, MI, United States

    The subject of this film is the phenomenon known as “Karelian Fever� and the true story of that dark chapter in Finnish-American history. For more information click the link below. The film will be shown at 2 pm. and 6 p.m.

  • CA: Vappu Celebration

    Balboa Park San DIego, CA, United States

    Enjoy the music of FFN Performer of the Year Juli Wood and fun activities while you sample salmon soup, rye bread and munkkis (Finnish donuts) and sima at this May Day event.

  • CA: Vappu Celebration

    The Finnish Hall - Berkeley Berkeley, CA, United States

    Celebrate spring at this traditional Finnish event. Details to come.

  • MI: Vappu Party

    Finnish Cultural Center Farmington Hills, MI, United States

    Celebrate Spring with fun programs for a potluck supper and adults and children. See the FCA newsletter for details.

  • DE: Festival at the Fort

    Old Swedes Historic Site Wilmington, DE, United States

    Celebrate spring at the site established in 1638 by Finnish and Swedish settlers. Enjoy a scavenger hunt, old-fashioned crafts like blacksmithing, hearth cooking, and making paper to take home, and more! Then stroll down the block to Fort Christina Park and the Kalmar Nyckel for additional festivities.

  • FL: Vappu Picnic

    CB Smith Park Pembroke Pines, FL, United States

    Pack a picnic and celebrate spring at this family-friendly event. Plenty of fun for the kids and a chance for the adults to socialize. Meet at CB Smith Park, Shelter #6, Pembroke Pines

  • MA: Finnish-American Theatre on Cape Ann

    Lanesville Community Center Gloucester, MA, United States

    In the early 20th century, Finnish immigrants performed many plays at the Finn Halls. This program revives those plays, in English. Click the event link below for details about the scenes that will be presented on May 3, 5, 18 and 19.

  • WA: Vappu Celebration

    Cornwall Park Bellingham, WA, United States

    Potluck party to welcome spring at the Cornwall Park South Shelter. Horseshoe contest and game of mölkky available.