Finnish-American Events

Learn Nordic fiddle tunes and history at the Duluth Folk School with past FFN Performer of the Year Sara Pajunen.

Join the fun celebration of the Saint who saved Finland's grape crop by chasing the grasshoppers out of the country.

TOiVO, a six-piece band, plays traditional social dance music including schottisches,  polkas, hambos and more.

Enjoy a savory pasty---traditional, with meat or vegetarian. Reserve your dinner spot or take-away pasties by March 27.

Bemidji: Immerse yourself in the Finnish architecture, food and atmosphere at this weekend at Salolampi, where programming options may include baking/cooking demonstrations, handicrafts/weaving or small wooden projects. Significant time will be dedicated to connections around music, art or handicrafts; games, books and other cultural resources; and enjoyment of food, coffee and sauna together, all with […]

The subject of this film is the phenomenon known as “Karelian Fever” and the true story of that dark chapter in Finnish-American history. For more information click the link below. The film will be shown at 2 pm. and 6 p.m.

Enjoy the music of FFN Performer of the Year Juli Wood and fun activities while you sample salmon soup, rye bread and munkkis (Finnish donuts) and sima at this May Day event.