by Lisa André | Jun 2, 2018 Danish Maid honor becomes a family affair as Christiana Heron joins the historical Danish Maid line-up following in the footsteps of her two sisters, mother and grandmother. {Photo Credit: Mike Mesikep} The Solvang Danish Days Foundation has chosen Christiana Heron as its 2018 Danish Maid to lead the … Continue reading Santa Ynez Valley News: Danish Maid Christiana Heron to preside over Solvang Danish Days
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Get Your Tickets for Solvang Danish Days 2018!
2018 Solvang Danish Days tickets are NOW ON SALE! Overall admission to Solvang Danish Days is FREE, but individual pieces within the weekend require tickets: Saturday and/or Sunday morning Æbleskiver Breakfasts, and the “Dane For A Day” VIP Package. Traditional Solvang Danish Days Æbleskiver Breakfast Why wait in line for your Æbleskiver feast?! Buy your … Continue reading Get Your Tickets for Solvang Danish Days 2018!
Expedia: 11 US Cities that Feel Like International Destinations {including a Nod to Solvang}
by Kohleun Adamson | April 10, 2018 Solvang and its annual celebration of everything “Danish”, Solvang Danish Days, was featured in a recent Expedia article about “11 US Cities that Feel Like International Destinations”! Solvang via Flickr/Prayitno Exploring America’s many cultures, one town at a time American culture is a rich fusion of customs and histories … Continue reading Expedia: 11 US Cities that Feel Like International Destinations {including a Nod to Solvang}
And the winner is: David Watts! {Denmark’s calling, David…}
On Wednesday, October 25, 2017, Solvang Danish Days Foundation Board member, Rick Marzullo – owner of Solvang print shop, Viking Press – drew the winning ticket for the 2017 “Win a Trip for Two to Denmark” raffle: the winner is…Solvang Resident, David Watts. Congratulations, David! One of the highlights of each year’s Solvang Danish Days, … Continue reading And the winner is: David Watts! {Denmark’s calling, David…}
81st Annual Solvang Danish Days Comes to a Close // 2018 Event Scheduled for September 14-16
On Sunday, September 17, 2017, Solvang Danish Days completed its 81st annual celebration, which was held Friday through Sunday, September 15 through 17. Thousands of attendees – from the Santa Ynez Valley and points around the globe – joined in the festivities, consuming more than 7,500 Aebleskiver and a hefty share of Medisterpølse during the Saturday and Sunday Aebleskiver … Continue reading 81st Annual Solvang Danish Days Comes to a Close // 2018 Event Scheduled for September 14-16
10 Tasty Reasons to Eat & Drink during Solvang Danish Days
If you’re visiting for Solvang Danish Days (September 15-17, 2017), save room for all of the edible attractions that will be headed your way… Here, 10 Tasty Reasons to Eat & Drink during Solvang Danish Days: 1. Aebleskiver Breakfasts ~ Served both Saturday and Sunday mornings, September 16 & 17 (8:30 AM to 12:30 PM), these festival-style feasts will fulfill your quest for those iconic Danish pancake rounds. Aebleskiver … Continue reading 10 Tasty Reasons to Eat & Drink during Solvang Danish Days
Say “Ost”! {that’s “cheese”, in Danish}: Meet Danish Days Photographer, Theresa Gingras
During this year’s Solvang Danish Days (September 15-17), you might run into the 2017 event’s official photographer, Theresa Gingras . Danish Days is thrilled to have Theresa capturing the event this year, so please give her your best Aebleskiver-eating grin and say “ost”! Based in the Santa Ynez Valley, Theresa Gingras Photography specializes in food photography for restaurants and publications, … Continue reading Say “Ost”! {that’s “cheese”, in Danish}: Meet Danish Days Photographer, Theresa Gingras
For Those About to Shop, We Salute You: Danish Days ‘Old World Artisans Marketplace’
Had your fill of Solvang’s delectable treats? Stroll them off, as you shop for some treasures: this year’s Solvang Danish Days Old World Artisans Marketplace runs both Saturday and Sunday, September 16 and 17, from 9:00 AM until closing (approximately 5:00 PM, Saturday and 4:00 PM, Sunday). The Danish Days Old World Artisans Marketplace features demonstrations and artisanal, hand-crafted items including Scandinavian arts … Continue reading For Those About to Shop, We Salute You: Danish Days ‘Old World Artisans Marketplace’
Danish Days is one of the best times to experience Solvang’s nightlife!
And that’s because the town is buzzing with entertainment well into the evenings, including the Viking Beer & Wine Garden (open ‘till 10 PM, Friday and Saturday), and the FREE Saturday concerts on the Midgaard Pavilion Stage (near 1639 Copenhagen Drive, downtown Solvang, next to the Viking Beer & Wine Garden) featuring: 4-7 PM ~ Jacob Cole Band 7-10 PM ~ The Rincons Plus, the many Solvang businesses … Continue reading Danish Days is one of the best times to experience Solvang’s nightlife!
Announcing the 2017 Solvang Danish Days Grand Marshal, Petti M. Pfau
The charitable Solvang Danish Days Foundation is pleased to announce the 2017 Solvang Danish Days Grand Marshal, Petti M. Pfau, of Solvang. Petti will preside over this year’s Danish Days weekend, Friday through Sunday, September 15 through 17, 2017. Solvang Danish Days celebrates 81 years in 2017, and Petti has been a dedicated participant in … Continue reading Announcing the 2017 Solvang Danish Days Grand Marshal, Petti M. Pfau