Midsummer Celebrations

Midsummer Celebrations

Midsummer is a big deal in Scandinavia and northern Europe. Commemorated every year, midsummer comes with tons of celebrations including maypole dancing, feasting, church service, bonfires and singing.

History Of the Holiday

The history of midsummer dates back centuries ago. Rooted in the pagan times, the festival marked the longest day of the year (summer solstice). According to the ancient cultures, flowers and herbs possessed magical properties on summer solstice. That explains why bonfires would be lit to keep the forces of darkness away. Midsummeralso marked be beginning of fertile growing seasons.

How To Celebrate Midsummer

Since midsummer falls on a weekend on most cultures, you can go to a local park or head to summer homes by the lake. Meals and refreshments to bring on board include salmon, schnapps, moose, and pickled herring. Once the night sets in, light a bonfire.

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