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The Scandinavian Festival is hosted by the Scandinavian Cultural Foundation, a 501c3 nonprofit. Find SCF on Facebook.
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Stay up to date on the Festival as well as other educational events here. Proudly providing seniors & local groups space to gather. Come join us for the annual Junction City Scandinavian Festival, hosted by the Scandinavian Cultural Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. The Festival is held on the second Thursday-Sunday in August, and is always free from entry or entertainment fees. Come see many exciting activities like free performances of traditional folk dancing that includes Scandinavian, German, and Ukrainian, plus various instrumental performances and informational demonstrations. Come eat some traditional Scandinavian and eclectic modern foods, crafts booths, art gallery, kids activity area and so much more from our 90+ vendor booths! Remember, there is no admission fee, so come enjoy the ambiance of old-world Scandinavia!

10/29/2026

St. Lucia Scholarship Applications Now Open!

The Scandinavian Cultural Foundation is excited to announce that applications are now being accepted for our annual St. Lucia Scholarship!
High school seniors in the Junction City, Monroe, and Harrisburg areas are eligible and encouraged to apply.

This scholarship is a wonderful opportunity to support local students as they take the next step in their educational journeys. We look forward to celebrating and supporting the achievements of our local graduating seniors!

Deadline January 29, 2027. Find the application here: junctioncityscandia.org/st-lucia-scholarship/

10/29/2026

10/12/2026

Caption this photo!

What do you think is going on in this picture? Tell us in the comments!

10/09/2026

**Lost Tomte!**

Our beloved Golden Tomte went missing this year during the Scandinavian Festival. She was last seen hiding near the Finnish Locomotive, at 5th and Holly. She must have decided to go on a grand adventure because we haven't seen her since August!

If you have any information on her whereabouts, please reach out and let us know.
541.998.9372 or [email protected]

09/28/2026

Coming October 2nd!

Kansantanssijat is a year-round folk dance group for high school students, with a special focus on Scandinavian folk dance. Students must be in 9th–12th grade during the current school year to be eligible to join.

The group meets at the Scandinavian Cultural Foundation's campus in downtown Junction City on Fridays from 6:00–7:00pm.

There is no cost to join! We want every young person who wants to experience folk dancing to have the opportunity to learn, build friendships, and enjoy Scandinavian culture through dance.

To learn more, or register, click the link below.
https://forms.gle/sfketMYg9Eow7mZL9

09/27/2026

I can almost smell and taste this picture! One of the many flavors of Festival. What are you looking forward to next August at the Junction City Scandinavian Festival?

09/25/2026

Exciting News! Nordurljos, a middle school folk dance group, is starting practice October 2nd. Students who are in 5th–8th grade during the current school year are eligible to join the dance group. Practices are on Fridays from 4:00–5:00pm, beginning in October.

There is no cost to join Nordurljos! We want all youth who desire to learn and perform folk dance to be able to experience this wonderful social activity. Practices are held on the Scandinavian Cultural Foundation's campus in downtown Junction City.

To learn more, or to register, click the link below.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf7i9Ja8avePmgmuxozlTs6sQvBnhI98ytZ1k8RBOTkZbE2Wg/viewform?usp=header

09/21/2026

Mark your calendars! Our year-round dance groups are starting up again on October 2nd. More details on how to sign up coming soon. For now, here is some basic information for these groups:

• Our youth dance programs are free to join!
• Practices are held on our campus at 195 W 5th Ave in Junction City
• No experience or partner required to participate.

-Nordurljos-
Year-Round Middle School Folk Dancers
Fridays from 4pm-5pm

-Kansantanssijat-
Year-Round High School Folk Dancers
Fridays from 6pm-7pm

09/09/2026

The Scandinavian Cultural Foundation (SCF) warmly invites you to our Annual Meeting, a time to reflect on our progress, celebrate community partnerships, and share exciting plans for the future. Whether you’re a long-time supporter or curious about getting involved, this is a perfect opportunity to connect with our mission and the people behind it.

Date: September 22nd
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: 195 W. 5th Ave. Junction City, OR

At the meeting, we’ll share highlights from the past year, including events, projects, and Festival updates. We'll also discuss upcoming initiatives and how your voice and energy can help shape the future of the SCF. If you’re not yet a member, we encourage you to join us and learn more about the benefits of becoming part of our growing SCF family. Members help preserve our campus, promote Scandinavian culture, and ensure the sustainability of our beloved Junction City Scandinavian Festival.

This gathering isn’t just about reports, it’s about relationships. Your involvement, whether as a member, volunteer, or supporter, matters deeply. Come meet fellow community builders, share ideas, and be part of something meaningful. All are welcome, however to vote on Board of Directors elections, an active membership must be held by all voting individuals.

We look forward to welcoming you!

09/05/2026

OWN A PIECE OF JUNCTION CITY HISTORY!

For more than 60 years, the Festival Park Stage has been part of the Junction City Scandinavian Festival, community dances, performances, celebrations, and countless memories. Now, as we prepare to retire the stage and begin its restoration, you have a chance to take home a piece of its history.

We are carefully salvaging sections of the existing stage to offer as fundraiser keepsakes, including the opportunity to purchase pieces that have been signed by community members at the Festival Park Stage retirement party.

Want a Signed Piece?

Signed pieces can be purchased as a special keepsake! However, because the pieces must be cut from the existing structure using a saw, we cannot guarantee that signed pieces will come out whole or without breaking. The existing stage is more than 60 years old and has cracks and significant wear. Some pieces may break during the cutting and removal process. Each piece will be unique, and will carry the character of a stage that has been part of our community for generations. Due to weight restriction, pieces will be limited to 2 sqft. in size.

Thursday, September 10 — LAST DAY TO RESERVE
Curbside Pickup: Monday, September 14 from 4:00–6:00 PM
Our volunteers will be on hand to help load your piece.

Every purchase helps the Scandinavian Cultural Foundation move forward with the Festival Park Stage Restoration Project, preserving this beloved community space for generations to come. Secure your piece through the link below!

https://donorbox.org/stage-pieces

Thank you for helping us give the old stage one more purpose before its retirement.

Address

Junction City, OR
97448

Telephone

+15419989372

Website

https://junctioncityscandia.org/

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