- Plan Your Visit
Plan Your Visit
-
![]()
Things to Do
-
![]()
Places to Go
-
![]()
Places to Stay
-
![]()
Explore Our Past
-
![]()
Trip Ideas
Trip Ideas
- Eco-Friendly Hotels and Green Getaways in Illinois
- College Football in Illinois
- Journey Along the Lincoln Highway
- Illinois Shopping
- Route 66
- IL ♥ LGBTQ
- Golf Illinois
- Chicago Neighborhoods
- Family Fun in Illinois
- Everybody Outside!
- Bike Illinois
- Outdoor Adventures in Illinois
- Chicago to Alton
- Chicago to Carbondale
- Illinois Scenic Byways
- Chicago to Quincy
- 48 Hours on the I&M Canal
- Fall Road Trips in Illinois
- Fall Colors on the Great River Road
-
![]()
Events
Events
Find out what's on in Illinois and Chicago with your guide to events, festivals, markets, music, theater, sports and more.
-
![]()
Road Trip
Stories & Highlights
-
![]()
Seasonal Adventures
-
![]()
Maps & Visitor Guides
-
![]()
Getting Here & Getting Around
Getting Here & Getting Around
Find out how to get to Illinois by plane, train, bus and driving. Getting around Chicago and Illinois is easy with our guide to ways to travel around the state.
-
![]()
My Favorites
-
![]()
Around Illinois by Amtrak
Around Illinois by Amtrak
Step back in time to the golden age of train travel and settle in for a peaceful ride to discover some of Illinois’ most charming towns and hidden treasures.
-
Things to Do
Places to Go
Places to Stay
Explore Our Past
Trip Ideas
Events
Road Trip
Seasonal Adventures
Maps & Visitor Guides
Getting Here & Getting Around
My FavoritesInformation
Celebrate the longest day of the year with your Nordic friends. The traditional Swedish festival welcomes the arrival of the summer solstice.
The daytime festival features maypole dancing at noon, Swedish folk music, and shopping at MorMor's Attic. Swedish food is available at the Stockholm Inn pavilion. A children's area has crafts, face painting, storytelling, and games. Daytime admission is free.7 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Hall, 211 N. Main St.:The evening program is at 7 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Hall, featuring live music performed by ABBA Tribute Band. Enjoy food and beverages served by Prairie Street Brewhouse. Visit the website to buy tickets for the ABBA Salute and for a full schedule of the day's events.
Event Details
Midsommar Fest 2019 and ABBA Salute Hours
| Mon-Fri | Closed |
|---|---|
| Saturday | 10:00AM – 3:00PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Jun 15, 2019
-
Address:
404 S. 3rd St.
Rockford IL 61104 - Phone: (815) 963-5559
- Email: museum@swedishhistorical.org
- Website: Visit Website
Images
What's Happening Near Rockford
World War Two Days
This military re-enactment is known to be the largest in the Midwest and draws thousands of visitors...
Read MoreJeff Dunham: Still Not Canceled at the BMO Center
After a long pandemic pause, Dunham and his characters are finally back on the road, ready to provid...
Read MoreFall ArtScene
ArtScene is a biannual gallery walk, hosted by the Arts Council, featuring new and established artis...
Read More2023 Holiday Festival of Lights
Drive through Sinnissippi Park and enjoy dozens of holiday light displays. Festival of Lights has be...
Read MoreStroll On State
Stroll on State is always held on the Saturday after Thanksgiving and is Rockford, Illinois' kick-of...
Read More
Discover top travel stories and even more reasons to #EnjoyIllinois with our free magazine.
Get Your Copy Now!
