Today, Stoughton’s Norwegian memories focus on a unique and exciting yearly celebration. But Syttende Mai is not just a glorification of the Norwegian heritage. It is a large-scale reminder of the richness of our pasts, of the immense value of all ethnic and national backgrounds to the history of our community, state, and nation

Stoughton's Syttende Mai festival is a weekend-long celebration of Norwegian heritage featuring fun activities and cultural experiences for the whole family. Come join us for three days of parades, amazing food and drink, arts and music, athletic competitions, and kids’ activities steeped in centuries of Norwegian culture.

Schedule of Events:

9 am - 4 pm - Rosemåling Exhibit and Sale
United Methodist Church ∙ 525 Lincoln Ave basement Entrance

9 am - 4 pm -Quilt Show and Hardanger Embroidery Exhibit
Chorus Public House ∙ 154 W. Main Street

9 am - 4 pm - Norwegian Genealogy Assistance
Stoughton Public Library ∙ 304 S Fourth Street

10 am - Food Stands Open
Various Locations

10:30 am - Gruppen (Norwegian Folk Singing Group)
Stoughton Area Senior Center ∙ 248 W. Main Street

11 am - 6 pm - Norwegian Heritage Center - Livsreise
277 W. Main Street

1 pm - 5 pm - Stoughton Historical Museum
324 S. Page Street ∙ Five new displays for the 2025 season! Welcome all!

5 pm - 9 pm - Syttende Mai Entertainment Tent
Entrance ∙ S. Division near W. Jefferson Street

4 pm - 6 pm - Chamber Bucks Matching Bucks!
One Community Bank Plaza ∙ Forrest and Main Streets

6 pm - 9 pm - The Lounge Lizards
Syttende Mai Entertainment Tent ∙ S. Division near W. Jefferson Street

6 pm - 6:30 pm -Opening Ceremony
Syttende Mai Festival Tent ∙ S. Division and Main Streets

6:30 pm - Canoe Race Start
Yahara River ∙ Next to 2714 Yahara Road

6:30 pm - Stoughton City Band
Division Street Park ∙ N. Division and Forton Streets

7 pm - Canoe Race Portage
Division Street Park ∙ N. Division and Forton Streets

7 pm and 8:30 pm - Stoughton Village Players Presents: Monarchy Anarchy, or My Kingdom For A Norse
(Den Er Ikke Oversettelse)
Stoughton Village Players Theater ∙ 255 E. Main Street