Grand Parade Registration
The Nordic Fest Board invites you and your business or organization to take part in the annual parade on Saturday, July 25th at 10:30 AM at the Winneshiek County Fairgrounds (900 E Main St Decorah, IA).
All entries requested to incorporate the 2026 Theme: BUTTER
- Tier 1 Registration: $25 (through July 11)
- Tier 2 Registration: $50 (July 12 – July 18).
- No entries will be accepted after July 18
*Nordic Fest Members who have contributed $100+ in 2026 and/or are 2026 Corporate Sponsors can register for FREE until July 18, utilizing a code. If this applies to you, please check your inbox for an email with the code from Nordic Fest Membership or contact the Parade Coordinator at parade.nordicfest@gmail.com with any questions.
**No entries will be accepted after Saturday, July 18. Coordinating the parade takes a significant amount of time, talent, and organization. We appreciate your understanding and kindness shared towards the volunteers that help make the parade possible! Notification of the parade lineup order wil be shared with registered entries on or before Wednesday, July 22.
Nordic Fest is an annual celebration of Scandinavian heritage, culture, and food. We hold a parade to celebrate and highlight the businesses, organizations, & people that add vibrancy to our community. The parade is a non-political event. However, current office holders are allowed entry as office holders, not as a candidate running for re-election or any other office. Please see the official Nordic Fest Parade Entry Rules and Regulations for further information.
To register via mail, you may print the registration form and mail a check with your completed registration to:
Nordic Fest
Attn: Parade
507 West Water Street
Decorah, Iowa 52101