21+ event.

Tickets are valid both days when you save your wristband for re-entry. Ticket prices will increase soon and will be higher at the door.

Friday, August 23rd, 3pm - 10pm (Nordic Northwest Members entrance: 2pm)

Saturday, August 24th, 3pm - 10pm (Nordic Northwest Members entrance: 2pm)

Thank you to our Thor level sponsor, Icelandair!

️ Tickets:

Embark on a mesmerizing journey to the heart of Viking heritage at the 2024 Viking Beer Fest, where frothy brews and Nordic traditions meld into a singular, unforgettable experience!

️ Viking Experience: Re-enactors and Viking merchants will immerse you in ancient Nordic customs and demonstrations.

???? Thrilling Combat: Witness live, heart-pounding combat throughout the festival, now including combat groups Armored Combat and PWNLARP in arena combat.

Scrumptious Nordic Cuisine: Feast on exquisite Scandinavian food including meatballs from ScanCafe and the acclaimed Broder Söder.

Exclusive Brews: Indulge in custom ales from local breweries concocted solely for the festival.

Engaging Music and Activities: Dance, play, and rejoice like a true Viking. Contests include beard, costume, and stein holding competitions; and a scavenger hunt.

Parking and shuttle options: In addition to nearby street parking and parking at the West Hills Unitarian Universalist Fellowship and Les Schwab, on Saturday shuttles will run from DoubleTree on SW Locust St. across from the Washington Square Mall.

Embrace the allure of time travel as Vikings transport you to a bygone epoch! Delve into living history, admire artisanal demonstrations, and observe electrifying live combat.

As twilight descends, congregate around the fiery encampment and dance under the starlit sky! This 21+ ticketed festival is graciously sponsored by Icelandair, Ridgewalker Brewing, Chirio One Wellness Centers, Jacuzzi Bath Remodel, and DoubleTree by Hilton Portland-Tigard.

Embrace the merriment by donning your finest Viking-inspired garb and fully immersing yourself in the spirit of the event. Join us for a spellbinding voyage into the heart of Nordic culture!

Experience the Charm of Fogelbo, a National Historic Treasure

Travel back in time as you explore Fogelbo, a log house and grounds adorned with walking trails and structures reminiscent of a charming Swedish village. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places in July 2020, Fogelbo was built by Henry Steiner and his son, with Steiner known as one of the chief carpenters behind Timberline Lodge. Feel free to wander and discover the enchanting grounds and trails.

Savor Beer Tastings and More

Delight your taste buds with an array of beers from across the PNW region. Your admission includes eight 4-ounce tastings from our kegs, plus two bonus tastings if you arrive via Uber, Lyft, or TriMet. Additional tastings can be purchased at the festival. With approximately three dozen beer varieties, your palate will be spoiled for choice. Enjoy your pours in high-quality, souvenir glassware (real glass, not plastic!) that you can take home after the festivities. Please note that the last pour is at 9:30 PM each day.

Oran Mor Astisan Mead will provide mead tastings for the festival on our ticket system, with additional flights, bottles, and merchandise for purchase. Bröder Söder offers aquavit, wine, and cocktails for purchase. We will have non-alcoholic and cider options as well.

Several breweries will be launching custom brews exclusively for the festival including

Tap list subject to change

2024 TAP LIST

Brewed for 2024 Viking Beer Fest

1. Mcmenamins - Berry Me in Valhalla (Lingonberry Sour Ale)
2. Integrity Brewing - Copper Ale (Nordic Amber/Brown Ale)
3. Evasion Brewing - Gluten Free Swedish Fish (Farmhouse with Juniper)
4. Vertigo Brewing - Kjempe Til Slutten (Nordic Pale Ale)
5. Time Travelers Brewing- Valkriye Pale Ale (Nordic Pale Ale)
6. Fortside Brewing - Read The Rune (Nordic Farmhouse Ale with Juniper)
7. Victor 23 Brewing - Birkebinerpils (Nordic Style Pilsner)
8. Binary Brewing - Wrath of the Witan (Nordic Witbier)
9. Three Mugs Brewing - Loki's Libation (Juniper Honey Ale)
10. Ruzzo Hard Citrus - Elderberry Spritz (Sparkling Hard Citrus: Lemon, Elderberry, Juniper Berry)

Featured Taps by Ridgewalker Brewing and Friends

1. Ridgewalker Brewing - Skal Krusher (Nordic Raspberry Cream Ale)
2. Ridgewalker Brewing - Thors Cousin (Nordic IPA)
3. Ridgewalker Brewing - Jormungandr (Nordic Red Ale)
4. Ridgewalker Brewing - Troll kings Brew (Nordic Golden Ale)
5. Ridgewalker Brewing - Constellation Sedation (Nordic Cascdadia Dark Ale)
6. Ridgewalker Brewing - Bronze Fury Braggot (Braggot)
7. Helvetia Cider/Ridgewalker Brewing - Elixir of Immortality (Nordic Lingonberry Cider)
8. Helvetia Cider - Sun of A Peach (Peach Cider)
9. Helvetia Cider - Lemon Berry HazeLemon Berry Haze)
10. Bull Run Cider/Ridgewalker Brewing - Midgard Rhubarb (Strawberry Rhubarb Cider)
11. Bull Run Cider - Hierloom(Dry Cider)
12. Seven Seeds Seidr - Midnight Blue Dragon (Sweet Apple Cider)

More Favorites on Tap

1. Occidental Brewing - Hefewiezen (Hefewiezen)
2. Level Beer Brewing - Hombre (Mexican Lager)
3. Ninkasi Brewing - Prismatic (Juicy IPA)
4. Fort George Brewery- Vortex (IPA)
5. Gigantic Brewing - Outta Sight Hazy (Hazy IPA)
6. Breakside Brewing- Black Swift Stout (Stout)
7. Buoy Beer Co. - Porter (Porter)
8. 19 Acres Cider - Marionberry (Marionberry Cider)
9. Portland Cider - Kinda Dry (Dry Apple Cider)
10. San Juan Hard Seltzer - Huckleberry (Hard Seltzer)
11. Humm Kombucha - Coconut Lime(Kombucha)
12. Pelican Brewing- Sparkle Hops (Citra Hop-Infused Sparkling Water with Lemon)

Viking Brewing Tap

Viking Brewing will have a mobile tap featuring a variety of ales, and a braggot called Freyja's Delight with Eucalyptus Honey and Strawberries.

Oran Mor Astisan Mead

Mead samples and more!

Secret Tap

There will be also be a secret tap hidden somewhere on campus - can you find it?

Experience Enthralling Live Music and Performances

Join us on the picturesque grounds of Fogelbo, where an exciting blend of live music and entertainment awaits you. Throughout the day, immerse yourself in an eclectic mix of contemporary and traditional tunes, performed by talented local musicians.

As the sun sets, prepare for an unforgettable transformation of the Viking Ship stage. Gather around the crackling bonfire and let the rhythmic beats of DJ music guide your dance moves under the starlit sky.

Featuring performances by aerialist @pdx.elle throughout. There may be additional fight re-enactments during the day beyond what is on the schedule.

Friday Schedule:

2:00pm - 3:00pm Nordic Northwest Members only Hour

3:00pm Doors open

3:00pm-3:15pm Blacksmith demonstration

3:15pm-4:15pmDan Schlesinger Jazz and classical Scandinavian Folk Tunes

4:15pm-4:30pm Fight Reenactment

4:30pm-5:30pm Vanta Bara: Swedish Folk Music on cello and fiddle

5:30pm-5:45pm Blacksmith demonstration

5:45pm-6:00pm Fight Reenactment

6:00pm Costume Contest

6:30pm Beard Contest

6:50pm Stein Holding Contest

7:00pm-7:15pm Fight Reenactment

7:15pm DJ music at the Viking Ship with Marcus Funkhouser

9:00pm Norse Constellation viewing in Orchard

9:30pm Last Call

10:00pm End

Saturday Schedule:

2:00pm - 3:00pm Nordic Northwest Members only Hour

3:00pm Doors open

2:30pm-3:15pm Dan Schlesinger Jazz and classical Scandinavian Folk Tunes

3:15pm-3:30pm Blacksmith demonstration

3:30pm-3:45pm Fight Reenactment

3:45pm-4:30pm Vanta Bara: Swedish Folk Music on cello and fiddle

4:30pm-4:45pm Fight Reenactment

4:45pm-5:00pm Blacksmith demonstration

5:00pm-6:00pm Joey Linahon Music Trio

6:00pm Costume Contest

6:30pm Beard Contest

6:50pm Stein Holding Contest

7:00pm-7:15pm Fight Reenactment

7:00pm DJ music at the Viking Ship with Chief O'Keefe

8:30pm DJ music at the Viking Ship with CraZeke

9:00pm Norse Constellation viewing in Orchard

9:30pm Last Call

10:00pm End

Prizes for the contests include gift cards to Broder Soder, memberships to Nordic Northwest, and gifts from: Humble Pie, Aiti Workshop, FinnWare, Gregory Amato, INKBUS, Oran Mor Artisan Meadery, Scandinavian Soapery, Applebees, and Breakside Brewing.

Beard contest judging criteria:

1. Captures Viking Spirit

2. Grooming

3. Presentation to the crowd

Costume contest judging criteria:

1. Captures the Viking Spirit

2. Costume originality

3. Innovative use of materials

4. Presentation to the crowd

Indulge in Nordic Cuisine

We're thrilled about our Scandinavian food offerings, presenting a mouthwatering selection of options. Menus are subject to change.

Broder Söder - Serving Swedish Meatballs this year! As well as Ham & Cheese Lefse, Herring, Potato Salad, and Salmon Burgers.

️ Scandinavian Cafe- Famous meatballs and more

Franko's Gourmet Hot Dogs - Reindeer sausage, game options, hot dogs

Easy to Please - Scandinavian themed Grilled Cheese

Humble Pie - Pies and backed goods

Shop from Viking Vendors

Browse and shop from an assortment of merchants selling unique items, such as:

• Nordic Northwest - Branded hats, totes, cups, and light up flower crowns. Purchased cups include full pours of beer. See what's in your future by reading Viking rune stones.
• Finnware - Nordic gifts, shirts, and more inside Nordia House until around 6pm
• Kelly Farrah - Known for creating props for Pirates of the Caribbean, The Walking Dead, and more, Kelly will be selling custom made drinking horns.
• INKBUS Tattoo - Mobile tattoo vendor
• Chiro One Wellness Centers - Complimentary spinal screenings, stress assessments, and posture checks
• Jacuzzi Bath Remodel
• Gregory Amato - Author
• WickCraft Beer Candles - Handcrafted cancdles with hops and malts
• Aiti Workshop - greeting cards, prints, ornaments, figures, jewelry
• Scandinavian Soapery - Handcrafted soaps with a Nordic flair
• Hygge Chocolates - Chocolate and confections
• Tokerud Designs - Viking wire weaving, jewelry and more

Witness Special Appearances

Nick Marcelja of Red Troll Forge, as seen on the hit show Forged In Fire (Season 4 Episode 2 and 21, and winner of episode 2), will showcase his coal forge and anvil setup while selling his wares at the festival.

Discover the Majestic Viking Ship

Behold the impressive 20-foot replica of a Viking Ship, proudly displayed on the lush lawn of Fogelbo. This striking centerpiece not only offers a fantastic photo opportunity but also transforms into a dynamic stage in the evening.

Explore the Fogelbo Beer Stein Collection

Delve into the rich history of Nordic countries as you admire Sir Ross Fogelquist's exquisite collection of beer steins and kegs, each telling a unique story of craftsmanship and tradition.

Behold the Wonders of the Night Sky

As night falls, gaze upon Viking and Norse constellations through an extraordinary telescope, revealing the celestial marvels that captivated our ancestors.

Unleash Your Inner Viking with Costume, Beard, and Stein Holding Contests

Embrace the Viking spirit as you participate in our themed contests. Show off your finest Viking attire during our costume contest and flaunt your facial hair prowess in the beard contest. Unleash your creativity and compete for the coveted titles! The contests end with a strength test - how long can you hold a stein?

Awaken Your Warrior Spirit with Axe Throwing

Portland Axe Throwing brings their mobile unit to the festival, allowing attendees to try their hand at axe throwing from 4 - 9pm each day. Please note that this activity requires an additional purchase on-site, not included in general admission.

Sponsors

Interested in being a sponsor? Email us at info [at] nordicnorthwest [dot] org

Volunteers

Want to volunteer and get free admission? Sign up here

Parking

Nordic Northwest (8800 SW Oleson Rd) parking lot is reserved for ADA/limited mobility parking with parking. You may park at West Hills Unitarian Universalist Fellowship (8470 SW Oleson Rd), or after 5pm at Les Schwab (9385 SW Greenburg Rd, Tigard).

Limited street parking is available on nearby roads. Please see map below.

As parking is limited, and this is a beer festival with drinking, we do not recommend you drive. We recommend Uber/Lyft or TriMet. Bus line 45 - Garden Home stops in front of the venue.

Shuttles

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel (9575 SW Locust St, Tigard, OR 97223, across from Washington Sq. Mall) will be the location of shuttle pickups on Saturday. There will not be shuttles Friday. On Saturday, they leave from the DoubleTree lot (these are not handicap accessible). You can use any of these shuttles for free to get to the festival. Do not park in the DoubleTree lot, there is nearby street parking.

Overnight Lodging

We encourage you to book a stay at DoubleTree and support our transportation sponsor, only 2 minutes away from the festival! Get a special rate here: https://hil.tn/ssjmbd

Accessibility

Nordia House has two accessible parking spots in our main lot facing SW Oleson Rd. Both the main entrance facing SW Oleson Rd. and our side entrance facing SW Taylors Ferry Rd. are wheelchair accessible. All restrooms have accessible stalls but no power doors. We will do our best to accommodate your needs upon arrival. Please call 503-977-0275 or email info [at] nordicnorthwest [dot] org to arrange further assistance.

Weapons Policy

No real weapons are allowed at the event, and no weapons that are sharp or may hurt anyone will be allowed. Prop and fake weapons are allowed as part of Viking costumes if they will not hurt anyone accidentally. No guns are allowed, real or fake.

Other Info

No pets, only service dogs are allowed. This is a 21+ ticketed event. No smoking. Event details subject to change.

By entering the space, you consent to be photographed, videotaped, audio recorded, and/or otherwise documented. Your presence at the event constitutes your consent to use such recording(s) of your appearance, voice, and name in any and all Nordic Northwest related educational, promotional, marketing, and advertising efforts in perpetuity, for any purpose. You understand that all photography, filming, and/or recording will be done in reliance on this consent given by you by entering this area.

View larger image - Shuttles from DoubleTree are Saturday only