Opening Ceremony - Syttende Mai Festival 2024

Friday, May 17 · 6pm – 6:30pm

Location: Festival Tent · S. Division Street and Main Street

PROCLAMATION
Our Mayor will read the official State of Wisconsin Proclamation, proclaiming May 17-19, 2024 as Syttende Mai Weekend.

ROYALTY
Introduction of festival King and Queen, and Prince and Princess. Syttende Mai Festival royalty will serve as festival ambassadors throughout the weekend.

INTRODUCTION OF FESTIVAL SPONSORS AND DIGNITARIES
Introduction of our premier festival sponsors.

MUSICAL PERFORMANCES

• Singing of the Star-Spangled Banner, the Norwegian National Anthem, and other Norwegian songs by the Kegonsa School students. Directed by Lissa Benson.

• Norwegian Medley by River Bluff Middle School 8th Grade Orchestra. Directed by Erika Meyer.

Let the fun officially begin! Enjoy the festival!