Saturday–Sunday, September 19–20, 2026
Celebrate Viking and Norse culture at the Vista Viking Festival, returning for its 24th year.
This year’s theme is the Year of Loki, honoring the Norse trickster known for his cleverness and unpredictability. Expect surprises, laughter, and a few unexpected twists woven throughout the weekend.
Watch live music from 9+ bands, catch flaming axe and fire exhibitions, and cheer on competitors at the Men’s & Women’s Professional Stonelifting World Championship Qualifier. Browse an interactive Viking village with 30+ craftsmen and merchants, and sample 30+ local meads and beers from 10+ meaderies and breweries.
Kids (all ages) can head to the expanded Youth & Kids Pavilion for storytelling, fish fling, a kids shield wall, sword and shield decoration, and youth test of strength events.
Highlights include:
- Live music with 9+ bands
- Flaming axe and fire exhibitions
- Professional stonelifting world championship qualifier
- Interactive Viking village with 30+ craftsmen and merchants
- 30+ local meads and beers from 10+ meaderies and breweries
- Axe, spear, and archery ranges (adult, youth, and kids)
- Adult competitions: fish fling, beard, battle cry, and log toss
- Live blacksmithing
- Expanded Youth & Kids Pavilion
- Food including meatballs, meat pies, and Berserker Dogs
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Before You Go: Visit Vista Viking Festival‘s website for updates and details. This event is organized by Vista Viking Festival. Kidsguide is an independent community resource helping families discover fun events across Southern California.
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