Events

Join us for a heartwarming Swedish Easter Lunch, Family Style, in partnership with the renowned Björk restaurant!

The American Scandinavian Society proudly announces that our President, Lars Nilsen will be the Grand Marshall of this year's Norwegian American 17th of May Parade. The 71st Parade will be held on Sunday, May 18, 2025, starting at 1:30 PM in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn NY. We will be commemorating the 211th Anniversary of the signing of Norway's Constitution! This year’s theme is “Celebrating Norwegian Immigration 1825-2025”. Congratulations to Lars!!!

The Consul General of Sweden in New York, H.E. Erik Ullenhag, together with SWEA NY and the American Scandinavian Society, welcomes you to join our annual Crayfish Party on September 10, 2025 at 6pm! Limited tickets available, on sale from July 31 - August 31 only.

Dear members and to all who have enjoyed our happy hours, we are pleased to let you know that for November, we are having Swedish Holiday Luncheon in partnership with the renowned Björk restaurant. Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in Swedish holiday traditions and indulge in a culinary journey!

Join us for our annual tradition since 1909, a truly festive evening at the beautiful Metropolitan Club in New York for our favorite evening of the year and the start of the Holiday Season! Included in your ticket is an open bar, a selection of hors d’oeuvres, a three course dinner, Lucia Procession and Lucia songs, and dancing until midnight!

The exhibition features folded paper sculpture, metal sculpture and photography by Nils Bruun (1938-2023). Nils was a Danish-American engineer with a love of flight and a sculptor’s eye. His captivating abstract origami is on display; some pieces are for sale. The exhibit, curated by Margret M. Ditolla, will run concurrent with the Harriet Nilsen Winter Concert and the 2025 Cultural Grant Ceremony to be held in February.

We are thrilled to announce our four outstanding grant winners, each deserving of recognition for their contributions to the cultural landscape. In today’s world, culture plays a vital role; it connects us, grounds us, and shapes our identity. Let’s come together to celebrate the richness of our diverse heritage and the impactful work being done in our communities. Join us in honoring these remarkable individuals and their commitment to fostering cultural growth.