2025 Þorrablót at Swedish Museum

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We’re excited to welcome a new musical entertainer to þorrablót, Þorvarður Ólafsson, or like he prefers to be called, Varði. Varði is from Keflavík, Iceland’s ‘Beatles Town’ because of the many talented musicians from there. He’s an experienced entertainer who knows all the good ole Icelandic songs for sing a long and to dance to. We’ve yet to confirm a caterer but promise all the Icelandic staples will be served, thanks to selfless members of our association who’ve offered to be carriers of hangikjöt, pickled rams’ testicles, sheared sheep heads, dried haddock, blood pudding, liver pudding, rye and flat bread, and other delicacies you’ve been craving.

We’ll start the blót at 6 p.m. with a welcome drink, gravlax, double smoked leg of lamb, Brennivin, and rotten shark followed by a buffet dinner. For dessert, we’ll enjoy a traditional ‘kaffihlaðborð’ with pönnukökur, kleinur, marengstertur and other goodies. We’ll treat you to the best water in the world, Icelandic Glacial BUT for other drinks, this is a BYOB event.

Remember to bring cash for raffle tickets.  We outdid ourselves last year with spectacular prizes and plan to do even better this time.

The deadline to purchase tickets is January 31. WE’LL NOT SELL TICKETS OR ACCEPT PAYMENT AT THE DOOR. We’ve sold out for the past several Þorrablót so secure tickets for you and your friends asap.

Þorrablót is a traditional Icelandic midwinter festival that dates back to the Viking Age. It is celebrated during the month of Þorri, which typically falls between late January and mid-February. The festival is a time to honor the Icelandic gods and celebrate the return of longer days as winter begins to wane. Participants enjoy a feast featuring traditional foods, including fermented shark, pickled herring, and various meats, while engaging in storytelling, singing, and other cultural activities that reflect the rich history and customs of Iceland.

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(Member prices discounted. Why not become a member or renew your membership first?)

Transit:
The Swedish Museum in Andersonville is accessible via CTA bus routes 22/Clark and 92/Foster.