What better way to celebrate the holidays than with a Christmas fair that celebrates the season Old World style? For many families, tradition plays a big role in how the holidays are celebrated – and whether you’re of Scandinavian descent (which includes: Sweden, Norway, Denmak, Finland, and Iceland) or not, you can still enjoy an Old World Christmas celebration in just six short weeks on December 7, 2019 at the North Carolina State Fair in Raleigh.
Mark your calendar for Saturday, December 7th and plan to attend this fun, family celebration that starts at 10 a.m. and ends at 5 p.m. in the Holshouser Building at the NC State Fairgrounds.
Facebook/Scandinavian Christmas Fair A stage on one end of the building will be filled with Scandinavian performances throughout, including folk dancing and holiday music from various Scandinavian countries.
Shop from vendors galore as you peruse the Christmas shops at the fair.
Facebook/Scandinavian Christmas Fair You can even expect to find authentic baked goods as well as hot food like Swedish meatballs, salmon, pea soup, and candy.
In the shops, you’ll find a wide assortment of Scandinavian items such as folk wear, handmade scarves and quilts, homemade breads, jewelry, Christmas decor, and more.
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Expect to find gifts for others and items you’ll want (and treasure) yourself.
Scandinavian Christmas Fair Many of the items for sale are reminiscent of the Old World and are Scandinavian in design or origin.
For the kiddos, there will be traditional Christmas tree ring dances.
Facebook/Scandinavian Christmas Fair A tradition of the Old World, this dance is a must in many Scandinavian countries where some do it before and others do it after Christmas.
New at this year’s event is Santa’s Workshop.
Photo Credit: robert reader / Moment via Getty Images Kids of all ages can make Christmas crafts and write a letter to Santa. Kids will love this festive occasion.
And no Christmas celebration would be complete without a visit with jolly ol’ Saint Nick.
Facebook/Scandinavian Christmas Fair Santa will be on hand for photos and for taking mental notes filled with Christmas wishes expressed by the little ones in your family.
For the grownups and the kids alike, a costume contest is inspiration for pulling out your best folk costume for attending this Christmas festival.
Facebook/Scandinavian Christmas Fair Some people go all-out with costumes and love this chance to fully celebrate their Scandinavian heritage.
Don’t forget to check out this year’s silent auction items. They may not all be ‘Scandinavian’ in origin, but there are always some great items up for bid.
Scandinavian Christmas Fair
It’s only six weeks away, so mark your calendar now for the 23rd Annual Scandinavian Christmas Fair taking place December 7, 2019 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Holshouser Building at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds in Raleigh. You won’t want to miss it! Learn more from the official website, and you can follow the Facebook page here.
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A stage on one end of the building will be filled with Scandinavian performances throughout, including folk dancing and holiday music from various Scandinavian countries.
You can even expect to find authentic baked goods as well as hot food like Swedish meatballs, salmon, pea soup, and candy.
Scandinavian Christmas Fair
Many of the items for sale are reminiscent of the Old World and are Scandinavian in design or origin.
A tradition of the Old World, this dance is a must in many Scandinavian countries where some do it before and others do it after Christmas.
Photo Credit: robert reader / Moment via Getty Images
Kids of all ages can make Christmas crafts and write a letter to Santa. Kids will love this festive occasion.
Santa will be on hand for photos and for taking mental notes filled with Christmas wishes expressed by the little ones in your family.
Some people go all-out with costumes and love this chance to fully celebrate their Scandinavian heritage.
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