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Berserk 2026

⚔️ BERSERK RETURNS! ⚔️

Sharpen your axes and gather your clan—BERSERK, our epic Viking festival, is storming back into town on Saturday, September 26th!

🏕️ TWO Rival Viking Encampments will take over the front lawn—witness them playing traditional Viking games, and clashing in combat demonstrations throughout the day. It all leads up to an all-out battle to the “death” at 2PM—you won’t want to miss it!

🕚 WHEN: 11am – 3pm
🎟️ TICKETS: Adults $20 in advance ($25 day of), Kids 12 & under $10 ($15 day of) get your tickets here!

💥 Want to be part of the raid?
We’re still welcoming VolunteersVendors, and Food Trucks to join our mighty village. Fill out the form here.

ON THE LAWN:

⚔️ Viking Encampments
Step into the world of Norse warriors—explore daily life, tools, and traditions in our rival camps.

🛡️ Crafts, Games & Warrior Training
Fun for all ages—test your skills, train like a Viking, and unleash your inner shield-maiden or berserker!

🪨 Stone Lifting with the New England Stone Lifters
Think you’ve got Viking strength? Step up and try your hand at lifting legendary stones—glory (and bragging rights) await!

🔥 Climactic Battle at 2PM
The rival camps collide in an epic showdown—don’t miss the action!

🧸 KIDS’ CORNER:

Rune-Making Station
Create your own Viking message in ancient runes—mystical, magical, and yours to take home!

🧶 Weaving Station
Try your hand at traditional weaving and craft something colorful, cozy, and uniquely yours.

⚔️ Viking Interaction Zone
Meet the Vikings! Ask questions, explore gear, and step right into the world of Norse legends.

🍽️ FEAST-LIKE FJORD-FOLK:

🥖 Nordic Breads, Prepared Foods, Candies & Scandi Goods (inside Kaffestugan)
Stock up on sweet, savory, and everything in between—your Nordic pantry starts here.

🌭 Icelandic Hot Dogs from Gunnar’s Icelandic Hot Dogs
A true Reykjavík street food classic—juicy hot dogs piled high with crispy onions, sweet brown mustard, remoulade, and more. One bite and you’ll understand the hype.

🥖 Thunder Bread Bakery with their specialty cinnamon rolls & Nordic inspired baked goods

FULL SCHEDULE HERE: Berserk 2026 Schedule


Prepare your shield, don your cloak, and get ready to go BERSERK🛡️⚔️🔥
Skål!

Saturday, September 26th | 11am – 3pm | $20 for adults, $10 for kids | tickets