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The earliest recorded 17th of May celebrations in Seattle were held in 1889. By 1901, Ballard's Norwegian-American residents were hosting a parade, and the celebration of Norwegian Constitution Day has grown from there to include the entire neighborhood and city! The festivities in Seattle are the largest outside of Oslo and Bergen.
A trip to the National Nordic Museum is a must on Syttende Mai!
Immerse yourself in Nordic culture and history while learning about Ballard's strong Norwegian ties. There will also be family-friendly activities throughout the Museum.
12:00 pm - 4:30 pm — Authentic Norwegian food and live entertainment
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm — Celebrate with the largest 17th of May parade outside of Norway!
Aug 14-23, 2026
July 13-17, 2026
9:00am - 3:00pm (Check-in beginning 8:30am, check-out ending 3:30pm)
General Admission: $450
Members: $425
