Midwinter Folk Fest returns this March, offering a vibrant two-day celebration of Scandinavian folk music with performances, workshops, and demonstrations at the American Swedish Institute and Cedar Cultural Center. Highlights include performances from Lyz Jaakola, OK Factor, Tjarnblom, and the internationally acclaimed Finnish folk ensemble FRIGG.

Whether you're interested in jamming with other musicians, dancing your heart out, or just listening to music, we've got something for you. Midwinter Folk Festival has options for everyone, from our exciting main stage lineup to the regular jam spaces, the make n' take craft, and the musical workshops. Bring your friends and enjoy a weekend of music and culture with ASI!

Schedule of Events:

March 1, 2025

10:30 am: Sister Esmerlinda
11:00 am: Ponyfolk
12:00 pm: Twin Flower
01:00 pm: Twin Cities Nyckelharpalag
01:30 pm: Lyz Jaakola
02:00 pm: Twin Cities Hardingfelelag
03:00 pm: FRIGG

March 2, 2025

10:30 am: Sara Pajunen
11:00 am: ASI Lilla Lag
12:00 pm: Fyra
12:00 pm: ASI Spelmanslag
01:00 pm: Ross Sutter and Art Bjorngjeld
01:30 pm: Tjärnblom
02:00 pm: ASI Cloudberries
03:00 pm: OK Factor
06:00 pm: Midwinter Nordic Dance with FRIGG at the Cedar Cultural Center

Date: March 1 - 2, 2025

Location: The Cedar Cultural Center - 416 Cedar Ave, Minneapolis, MN

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