2025 Lindström Midsommar
Schedule of Events |
Goat Parade, Music, Games & More

festival schedule

From parades and maypoles to music and contests—browse the Lindström Midsommar events, performances & activities scheduled throughout the day.

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10 AM-11:30AM
Morning Kubb

Pregame Midsommar on the grassy knoll at the delightfulGlädje Gallery.

12 PM — 6:00 PM
Kickoff + Food & Fun Begins!

All festival zones open — food trucks, beer garden, kids activities, vendors, music & more!

12 PM — 6:00 PM
🎈 Kidsfest

Dunk Tanks, carnival games, face painting, crafts & more — all hosted by local churches and volunteers. Located in the Kids Zone near the food truck area and throughout the stores downtown.

12 PM — 6 PM
🎯 Dunk Tank

Throw your best shot! Featuring Amanda Oman, Mr Dietz, Gus Gulbranson, Mayor Judy, GOP House Rep Max Rymer & more.

12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
🎶 Nya Duvemala Band

Live performance at the Glädje Stage.

12:00-12:30 PM
🐐 Goat Parade near the Main Stage

Goats and community fun up by the Main Stage.

12:30 PM – 1:00 PM
👞 River City Cloggers @ Main Stage

Lively clogging performance at the Main Stage.

12:30 PM – 3 PM
🐐 Goat Petting Area

Enjoy a whimsical experience with friendly goats! Kids can interact, pet, and hear stories from roaming characters sharing tales from Lindström’s past. North side of Hwy 8, across from The Muni.

12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
🧝 Gnomes – Live

Interactive character walkaround and storytelling.

1:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Kaleidescope Dancers @ Main Stage

Youth performances on the Main Stage.

1:30 PM – 2 PM
🌼 Traditional Maypole Dance

Join us for a colorful Scandinavian tradition! Watch (or join in) as we dance around the maypole with ribbons and music. Located across from The Muni and Main Stage area.

1:00 PM – 1:30 PM, 330-4PM
🥏 Kubb Matches

Held on the Glädje lawn and grassy knoll behind the old fire station.

1:00 PM – 4:30 PM
🎧 Live DJ & Music @ Main Stage

Dance, lounge, or simply vibe with local DJ beats on the main stage. Great backdrop for a sunny Midsommar afternoon!

1:30 PM – 2 PM
👑 Chisago Lakes Ambassadors Presentations @ Main Stage

Come cheer on the Ambassadors as they share their journey and impact on the community and speak on the history behind the coffee pot watertower steam dream. A celebration of service, leadership, and local pride.

2:15 PM🐐 The Ultimate G.O.A.T. Awards @ Main Stage

Celebrating our community’s Greatest of All Time.

2:30 Unexpected Company Chorale @ Main Stage

Experience Swedish folk music from a local musical group who have just returned from Sweden!

2:50 PM 🎤 Opening Ceremony @ Main Stage;
3-3:15 PM Let the Steam Begin

Tower steams up as Ambassadors kick off the ceremony.
🐴 Dala Horse Presentation
🎨 Mural Dedication
👑 Ambassador Recognition

All on Main Stage.

3:30-4 PM
🎸 Ukulele Performance

Live acoustic fun at the Main Stage.

3:15-5:15 PM
🎭 Karl Oskar & Kristina Characters Live Around Town

These iconic Swedish characters will be roaming the festival—posing for photos, sharing stories, and bringing history to life. Catch their acoustic set at the Main Stage!

3:30 PM-4:30 PM
🥏 Kubb Matches

Held on the Glädje lawn and grassy knoll behind the old fire truck station.

4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
🥘 Karl Oskar Swedish Meatball Dinner @Gustafs Eatery

Traditional Swedish Dinner

Reserve your table here

4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
🎤 Sounds of ABBA by Ladies of the 80s!
Live on the Main Stage

End your Midsommar day on a high note with crowd favorites, glitter, and timeless tunes. Sing along and dance to the hits of ABBA as the sun sets over Lindström.

5:15 PM
🧔 The Great Goatee Contest @ the Main Stage

Judged on length, style & creativity! (Start prepping now!)