Do you consider yourself a ‘history buff’? An art lover? Are you looking for additional kids’ activities during Solvang Danish Days? Or, maybe the ultimate #DanishDays Instagram backdrop?! Elverhøj Museum of History & Art has all that and more, during their “Living History Festival” held both Saturday (September 15) and Sunday (September 16) of the Danish Days event weekend . The Elverhøj Museum is located at … Continue reading Solvang History, Danish Heritage, Art, Hands-On Activities…Viking Selfie Station: “Living History Festival” at Elverhøj Museum of History & Art
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Now Presenting: the 2018 Solvang Danish Days Grand Marshals, Glen and Michele Jacobsen
The Solvang Danish Days Foundation is pleased to announce the 2018 Solvang Danish Days Grand Marshals, Glen and Michele Jacobsen, of Solvang. The Jacobsens will preside over this year’s Danish Days weekend, Friday through Sunday, September 14 through 16, 2018. Solvang Danish Days celebrates 82 years in 2018, and Glen Jacobsen has been working behind … Continue reading Now Presenting: the 2018 Solvang Danish Days Grand Marshals, Glen and Michele Jacobsen
Noozhawk: Solvang Danish Days Returning in September for Its 82nd Run {September 14-16, 2018}
by Anna Ferguson-Sparks for Solvang Danish Days | July 10, 2018 Solvang Village Band atop the Carlsberg Beer Wagon, Solvang Danish Days 2017 {Photo Credit: Theresa Gingras Photography} California’s premier Danish heritage festival, Solvang Danish Days, will hold its 82nd run this year with a three-day event weekend lineup Sept. 14-16. The 2018 Solvang Danish … Continue reading Noozhawk: Solvang Danish Days Returning in September for Its 82nd Run {September 14-16, 2018}
Expedia: 50 Top-Rated Vacation Destinations in North America {including Solvang, of course!}
by Lily Rogers | May 10, 2018 Solvang — and Solvang Danish Days — made the cut! The Santa Ynez Valley town is an ideal vacation spot, year-round…but in mid-September, all of the Danish action comes to a celebratory boil during #DanishDays (September 14-16, 2018). Examining verified Expedia reviewers’ favorite places Welcome to our second-annual … Continue reading Expedia: 50 Top-Rated Vacation Destinations in North America {including Solvang, of course!}
Santa Ynez Valley News: Danish Maid Christiana Heron to preside over Solvang Danish Days
by Lisa André | Jun 2, 2018 Danish Maid honor becomes a family affair as Christiana Heron joins the historical Danish Maid line-up following in the footsteps of her two sisters, mother and grandmother. {Photo Credit: Mike Mesikep} The Solvang Danish Days Foundation has chosen Christiana Heron as its 2018 Danish Maid to lead the … Continue reading Santa Ynez Valley News: Danish Maid Christiana Heron to preside over Solvang Danish Days
Get Your Tickets for Solvang Danish Days 2018!
2018 Solvang Danish Days tickets are NOW ON SALE! Overall admission to Solvang Danish Days is FREE, but individual pieces within the weekend require tickets: Saturday and/or Sunday morning Æbleskiver Breakfasts, and the “Dane For A Day” VIP Package. Traditional Solvang Danish Days Æbleskiver Breakfast Why wait in line for your Æbleskiver feast?! Buy your … Continue reading Get Your Tickets for Solvang Danish Days 2018!
Expedia: 11 US Cities that Feel Like International Destinations {including a Nod to Solvang}
by Kohleun Adamson | April 10, 2018 Solvang and its annual celebration of everything “Danish”, Solvang Danish Days, was featured in a recent Expedia article about “11 US Cities that Feel Like International Destinations”! Solvang via Flickr/Prayitno Exploring America’s many cultures, one town at a time American culture is a rich fusion of customs and histories … Continue reading Expedia: 11 US Cities that Feel Like International Destinations {including a Nod to Solvang}
And the winner is: David Watts! {Denmark’s calling, David…}
On Wednesday, October 25, 2017, Solvang Danish Days Foundation Board member, Rick Marzullo – owner of Solvang print shop, Viking Press – drew the winning ticket for the 2017 “Win a Trip for Two to Denmark” raffle: the winner is…Solvang Resident, David Watts. Congratulations, David! One of the highlights of each year’s Solvang Danish Days, … Continue reading And the winner is: David Watts! {Denmark’s calling, David…}
81st Annual Solvang Danish Days Comes to a Close // 2018 Event Scheduled for September 14-16
On Sunday, September 17, 2017, Solvang Danish Days completed its 81st annual celebration, which was held Friday through Sunday, September 15 through 17. Thousands of attendees – from the Santa Ynez Valley and points around the globe – joined in the festivities, consuming more than 7,500 Aebleskiver and a hefty share of Medisterpølse during the Saturday and Sunday Aebleskiver … Continue reading 81st Annual Solvang Danish Days Comes to a Close // 2018 Event Scheduled for September 14-16
10 Tasty Reasons to Eat & Drink during Solvang Danish Days
If you’re visiting for Solvang Danish Days (September 15-17, 2017), save room for all of the edible attractions that will be headed your way… Here, 10 Tasty Reasons to Eat & Drink during Solvang Danish Days: 1. Aebleskiver Breakfasts ~ Served both Saturday and Sunday mornings, September 16 & 17 (8:30 AM to 12:30 PM), these festival-style feasts will fulfill your quest for those iconic Danish pancake rounds. Aebleskiver … Continue reading 10 Tasty Reasons to Eat & Drink during Solvang Danish Days
