Thank you for a successful 2026 Festival!
Planning begins May 2026
FEBRUARY 26-28, 2027
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Festival Hours:
Friday 5pm-11pm Saturday 10am -11pm Sunday 11am- 4pm |
Midgard Mead Hall Hours:
Friday 5pm - 11pm Saturday 12pm - 11pm |
Tyr's Tavern Hours:
Friday- 5pm- 11pm Saturday 12pm - 11pm Sunday 12pm-4pm |
Artisan Market Hours:
Friday 5pm- 10pm Saturday 10am- 9pm Sunday 11am- 4pm |
Tickets go on sale in the Fall
Vendor selection is Open
Golden Bristles
Gullinbursti
The Radiant Boar of Divine Craft and Power
Gullinbursti stands as a remarkable creation in Norse mythology, known as the golden boar who serves the god Freyr with unmatched brilliance and strength. The name Gullinbursti, pronounced GUL-lin-bur-stee, combines elements that mean “golden bristles,” reflecting the shining hair that emits light wherever he travels. Crafted by skilled Dwarves, Gullinbursti embodies the union of artistry and supernatural function, since his creators designed him to surpass ordinary beasts in both speed and endurance. His glowing bristles illuminate darkness, allowing him to move through night and shadow without hesitation or fear.
Gullinbursti serves as more than a companion, since he also functions as a vehicle for Freyr, carrying the god swiftly across land and sky. His speed rivals that of any horse, yet his boar form connects him to ancient symbols of fertility and strength within Indo European traditions. This dual role reinforces his importance, since he bridges the gap between natural symbolism and divine utility in a way that few mythological creatures achieve. (By Erika Haraldsdóttir )
Thank You to Our 2026 Sponsors
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Mesko Family
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Thank you to the following businesses. We couldn't make this festival a success without you.
City of Charlotte
Eaton County Fairgrounds
Eaton County Fairgrounds
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