Nordic Fest Elveløpet

Event Overview

• Date: 2026-07-25
• Location: 400 W Claiborne St, Decorah, IA
• Website: Nordic Fest Elveløpet

About Nordic Fest

• Annual Event: Nordic fest is an annual 3-day summer festival held in Decorah, Iowa.
• Community Celebration: The festival celebrates community and the area’s Scandinavian heritage.
• Founded: Started in 1967, Nordic fest is organized by a board of volunteers.
• Family Activities: Offers food, activities, and entertainment for the whole family.

About the Elveløpet

• Race Timing: The Elveløpet is held on the Saturday morning of Nordic Fest weekend.
• Race Description: Hailed as Decorah’s “river run” race course along the Upper Iowa river and surrounding area.
• Family Fun Event: This family fun event highlights the natural beauty that Decorah has to offer.