It’s official: our annual market will be on NOVEMBER 29!
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The Scandinavian Christmas Goat Market
Saturday, November 29, 2025
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
New Sweden is proud to host their 4th Annual Scandinavian Christmas Goat Market, on Saturday, November 29, at the historic Norse Hall in Portland, Oregon.
Gather your family and friends to share some “julstämning” (holiday spirit) and kick off the festive season!
WANDER through 30+ vendors selling an array of Nordic goods
TASTE the Nordic foods they cherish
CREATE Jule goat crafts in the free kids area
LISTEN to live entertainment
EXPLORE the huge LEGO Christmas display
LOCATION
Norse Hall, Portland, OR
111 NE 11th Ave
Portland, OR 97232
http://www.norsehall.org/
PRICES
Adult (ages 16+) – $8.00
Children (ages 4-15) – $4.00
Children (3 and under) – FREE
Volunteers receive free entry! Please check back soon and we’ll have a place you can sign up.
SKIP THE LINE – BUY ONLINE!
TICKET SALES: Will be available online soon!
About your host: NEW SWEDEN
This event is proudly presented by New Sweden Cultural Heritage Society and will feature many other local Scandinavian organizations serving food and cheer. All are welcome!
Mission Statement: To produce a Christmas festival celebrating the cultures and traditions of Nordic peoples.
Goals & Objectives: Create a consistent source of revenue for New Sweden Cultural Heritage Society. Encourage and support the Nordic community by providing the opportunity for Swedish and other Nordic organizations to promote and financially benefit their organization. Promote Nordic traditions, crafts and cultures. Support Nordic youth organizations and camps.
If you are interested in being a vendor at the Goat Market, please click on the link below for more about the application process. Please note that vendor spots are limited and we are looking for vendors that sell Nordic items or services.
https://forms.gle/LxwKYHt6jxRu4quk7