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Poulsbo Julefest
Poulsbo, WA · Holiday
- When
- December 5, 2026
- Where
- Historic downtown Poulsbo waterfront · Poulsbo · WA
- Cost
- Not confirmed
- Status
- Confirmed from the organizer's published schedule
Poulsbo's Nordic heritage takes center stage every December with a Christmas market, a Taste of Norway, the arrival of the Lucia Bride by boat escorted by Vikings, and a waterfront bonfire. The event is organized by the local Sons of Norway lodge in a town still known as Little Norway.
The history within reach
- Poulsbo Julefestsame spot
Poulsbo's Nordic heritage takes center stage every December with a Christmas market, a Taste of Norway, the arrival of the Lucia Bride by boat escorted by Vikings, and a waterfront bonfire.
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