Nordic Fest Sporting Events
Athletics in Scandinavia are legendary, and Nordic Fest offers a number of sporting activities for young and old! From the Elveløpet race to Nordic Fest's annual 5K-15K run by the river, to the newest addition - our canoe race, Kanolopet. If competition is your goal, we can meet it at Nordic Fest.
Elveløpet 5K-15K Run/Walk
Nordic Fest's annual 5K or 15K run by the river begins at 7:30 am at City Hall.
5K Race Route
15K Race Route
Kanoløpet Canoe Race
Kanoløpet! It's back for the second year, and already better than ever! As it's name implies, it's a canoe race down the Upper Iowa River as teams of two compete to be crowned conquerors of the Kanoløpet. Race takes place Friday, 6:30 pm at River & Trail Outfitters. 2010 rgistration details will be posted here soon. Check back often.
If you're up for a more relaxing trip down the river then join the Parade. Grand prize will be awarded to the best decorated canoe.
Disc Golf Tournament
Disc Golf is at Nordic Fest this year! Register now for an 18-hole disc golf tournament with divisions for all ages and skill levels. Play starts at 3pm on Sat, July 24th. Hosted at Luther College's disc golf course, this event is a perfect way to spend a couple hours in the afternoon with family and friends. In this natural, park-like setting, you can play for fun or for prizes. All participants will receive a free disc golf disc. Top finishers in each division will win prizes. Space is limited to 45 players so register early. To register online and for more information go to
www.DiscDan.com Disc Golf. It's like a walk in a park, only more fun.
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For a sport thatdates back to the Viking ages, try the annual Nordic Fest rock throw, where participants can compete in various age, size and weight categories. Begins Saturday at 1:00 pm near John Cline School.