Danish Days Weekend in Solvang CA! Always the 3rd weekend in September
https://www.solvangdanishdays.org/
https://www.solvangdanishdays.org/event-schedule/
Æbleskiver Breakfast
8:30am – 12:30pm
Have an Æbleskiver Breakfast on Copenhagen Drive & First Street, just $10 per person (with Danish sausage, $12). Why wait in line for your Æbleskiver feast?! Buy your Æbleskiver Breakfast tickets in advance, and get to those yummy pancakes that much faster…
Old World Artisans Marketplace
9:00am
Demonstrations and artisanal hand-crafted items including Scandinavian arts & crafts, woodworking, papercutting, rosemaling, fabric art, jewelry, pottery, and the ever-popular Danish Sisterhood Booth.
Comedy Industries
10:00am
Relax under the trees in Solvang Park, and laugh with Comedy Industries; Scott Meltzer and Katrine Spang-Hanssen feature amazing tricks, jokes and lively audience participation.
Solvang Danish Days LEGO Building Competition
10:00am – 12:30pm
Watch the conclusion of the building process as three of California’s top LEGO builders compete against each other with their own supersized takes on three of Solvang’s prized windmills. Builders will be located in Solvang Park. Judging of the builds begins at 1:30 PM, followed by a 2:30 PM winner announcement for the best build, which will occur during the Solvang Danish Days Closing Ceremony (in Solvang Park).
Axe Throwing
10:00am – 2:00pm
You read that, right: this year’s Solvang Danish Days will feature an axe throwing arena hosted by Boy Scout Troop 42. Public invited to give axe throwing a whirl! $10 for 10 throws. Tickets will be sold at the entrance to the Viking Beer & Wine Garden. (Guests must be 13 years of age or older to enjoy. Ages 13-17 need to have a parent or guardian present. Closed-toe shoes required.) #throwlikeaViking
Kid’s Korner
10:00am – 3:00pm
The 2024 Kid’s Korner has grown! Enjoy face painting, activities, games and fun in Solvang Park, plus Luna’s Jumps attractions on First Street (10:00am-3:00pm). Featuring the popular LEGO® Tent, and more experiences TBA!
Rune Reader, Tracey Boyer
10:00am – 4:00pm
What do the Runes see in your future? Find out, during this year’s Danish Days! Genuine rune reader, right in Solvang Park. FREE for your entertainment, so step up and ask the rune stones about your fate.
Living History Days
10:00am – 4:00pm
Elverhøj Museum of History & Art. Artisans, craftspeople, storytellers and interactive activities for all ages, plus a Viking Selfie Station! Free. 1624 Elverhoy Way, 805-686-1211 or www.elverhoj.org
John Clark – Hans Christian Andersen Storytimes
11:00am & 1:00pm
Young and old alike will enjoy listening to hours of tales from Denmark’s favorite author. Sunday readings: 11:00am at the Hans Christian Andersen Museum (at The Book Loft), 1:00pm at the Elverhøj Museum of History & Art.
Solvang Brewing Co. in Solvang Park
11:00am – 3:00pm
Sip locally-crafted beers at the Solvang Brewing Company tent in Solvang Park. (You must be 21 years of age or older to purchase alcoholic beverages.)
Free Æbleskiver Eating Contest
11:30am
Who can eat the most aebleskiver in 5 minutes?! Sunday Contest will be held in the Midgaard Pavilion in Parking Lot 2, downtown Solvang, adjacent to the Danish Days Viking Beer & Wine Garden. All ages welcome for the Eating Contest.
Free Concert: Terry & The Ripleys
12:00pm – 2:00pm
Terry & The Ripleys perform live in the Solvang Park Gazebo.
Children’s Parade
2:00pm
Parade begins at Atterdag Square (corner of Atterdag Road and Copenhagen Drive), and meanders down Copenhagen to Solvang Park. All children and families are welcome to join this charming event, no charge, costumes encouraged.
Danish Days Closing Ceremony in Solvang Park
3:00pm
Our 2024 Danish Days Maid closes the festive weekend. A live performance by The Lowdown Dudes Band to follow.
Solvang Ghost Tour
8:00pm – 9:30pm
Embark on an enchanting journey through Solvang village’s most haunted locations while delving into its eerie past, using ghost hunting tools to seek out evidence of the unknown. Walk through the historic Danish-style streets, uncover chilling tales of the haunted bakery, and feel the pulsating energy of Solvang’s iconic old windmills. Book at thehauntghosttours.com and use code danishdays for 15% off. (Advance ticket purchase is required.)