SEATTLE – This Saturday, the largest 17th of May celebration outside of Norway is happening in Seattle’s Ballard neighborhood.
For the 136th year, Ballard’s streets will be adorned with Norwegian flags and filled with celebration on Saturday as the community comes together to mark Syttende Mai, Norway’s Constitution Day.
The 2025 grand marshal will be Norway’s Ambassador to the United States, Anniken Huitfeldt. Serving as honorary marshal will be Lori Ann Reinhall, president of the Seattle-Bergen Sister City Association.
Events include live music, community events, and a parade. These activities officially kick of at 11 a.m. on May 17 and are scattered across the neighborhood.…