Northern Lights Auction

The Museum's Biggest Party of the Year!

Now in its 39^th year, the Northern Lights Auction is a celebration of you – our incredible community of supporters. Dinner and drinks will be followed by the opportunity to bid on vacation stays, trip packages, luxury goods, Nordic antiques, and more. Your support enables us to present exceptional exhibitions, compelling programs, and share Nordic values with our community to inspire new futures.

Celebrate Nordic Culture
This year, we are honoring Nordic icons past and present all night long through our theme, Notably Nordic.

We invite guests to wear their best party attire, including traditional dress, while enjoying live fiddle music.
A Night of Nordic Traditions
From aquavit shots, drinking songs, to a starter course of pickled herring, the Northern Lights Auction has no shortage of traditions that make the event fun and memorable.

Stay until the end for a dance party to close out the night!
Welcome Our New CEO, Lāth Carlson
This year will be extra special, as we welcome our new Executive Director/CEO Lāth Carlson to his first Northern Lights Auction. Let's welcome him to the community with an enthusiastic celebration!

Join Us for the Party 🥂

May 3, 2025

Tickets to the 2025 Auction are on sale now! This year, we are thrilled to offer the Nordic Icon experience, where you and your guests will enjoy your meal seated at a 10' long table inspired by a prominent figure of Nordic culture.

Save Your Seat

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2025 Theme: Notably Nordic

This year, extravagant decorations will fill the space as we honor Nordic icons past and present through our theme, Notably Nordic. Visit the 20 Nordic Icon tables in the dining room, each representing a significant figure that encapsulates the Nordic values of innovation, sustainability, social justice, and openness.

More Ways to Participate ✨

Bid Online in the Virtual Silent Auction

April 26-May 3, 2025

Get a head start on the fun with the Virtual Northern Lights Auction! If you are attending the in-person event, an online bidding link will be sent to you prior to April 26.

Learn More About Online Bidding

Donate An Item

We are seeking items and experiences to create an unforgettable and financially successful event! Please consider contributing an item to our fundraising auction, including:

Travel experiences such as vacation rentals, resort stays, or air and sea travel packages.
Event experiences such as hosted dinners or admission tickets.
Items and packages valued at $250+ including jewelry, antiques, and gift baskets.
Nordic items of any value are always welcome!

Contribute an Auction Item

Sponsor the Event

Sponsorships allow us to create a fun, memorable, and successful event, so we can continue sharing Nordic culture and values in the Pacific Northwest and beyond.

Let's Chat Sponsorship

Celebrate with Us on May 3 🎉

Grab your ticket for the 2025 Northern Lights Auction and join us for a night of food, culture, and community. See you at the Hyatt!
Don't Miss the Party of the Year