Disc Golf Tournament

New in 2010! A Disc Golf Tournament around the challenging Luther College course. Watch for details coming soon!

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

2009 Elveløpet 5K-15K Run/Walk Results

2009 Elveløpet 5K-15K Run/Walk Registration Form

Kanoløpet Canoe Race

In 2008, Nordic Fest introduced an all new sporting event that takes you to the river - Kanoløpet! 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.

2009 Kanoløpet Registration Form

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.

2009 Kanoløpet Parade Registration Form

Nordic Fest Rock Throw

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.