SEATTLE’S Annual Celebration of Norwegian Constitution Day
Grunnlovsdagen
(transl. The Constitution Day)
The Constitution, declaring Norway an independent nation, was signed at Eidsvoll, Norway on May 17, 1814. The celebration of this day began spontaneously among students and other people in early years. At that time, Norway was under Swedish rule, and for many years the King of Sweden was reluctant to allow such celebrations. For a few years in the 1820s, King Carl Johan forbade the celebrations.
the parade
Join Us At
FRIDAY, MAY 17TH 2024 | 6-8pm PT
STARTS at NW 62nd St. & 24th Ave. NW | ENDS at Ballard Ave. & Lone St.
Come celebrate Norwegian Constitution Day with the largest 17th of May parade outside of Norway, right in the heart of Ballard! This year we celebrate 50 years in Ballard!
More Festivities
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17th of May Luncheon
Our unique annual gala event complete with a Nordic menu. Thanks to our magnificent community, the 2024 luncheon is sold out.
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Leif Erikson Lodge Open House
The Sons of Norway Leif Erikson Lodge extend a warm welcome to the entire community with their Open House
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Music at Bergen Place
Free and open to the public. Come relax and enjoy! This year’s program is brought to you by NordicOnTap.com and the National Nordic Museum.
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Skål Beer Hall
Join us in the heart of the action at Ballard’s only Nordic Beer Hall for a full day of festivities on Syttende Mai!
