March 20 – 22, 2026
Velkommen to Spring Swedish Music & Dance Weekend! The festival will feature dance workshops with Stig & Helen Eriksson and music workshops with Christer & Kristina Samuelsson. Please stay tuned for more information about the festival including the schedule. Questions? Contact the Program Manager, Kelli Emerson, at programs@folklorevillage.org or (608) 924-4000.
This program is funded in part by the American Scandinavian Foundation.
Schedule
The festival schedule is available below. The weekend starts with registration on Friday night, followed by an evening dance. Saturday features a full day of workshops and meals, with an evening dance to end the night. The weekend concludes with final review workshops and lunch on Sunday.
Registration
Online registration will be available here in January 2026.
Scholarships
Dishwashing Scholarships
It takes a village to put on our festivals. If you sign up to help us out by washing tableware (plates, silverware, and cups) after meals, you can attend the festival for only $140. Dishwashers spend approximately 30 – 60 minutes in the kitchen per meal. Please contact Program Manager Kelli Emerson at 608-924-4000 or programs@folklorevillage.org to inquire about dishwashing scholarships.
Young & First-Time Participant Scholarships
Thanks to generous funding from the American Scandinavian Foundation, Folklore Village is excited to offer free or reduced tuition for eligible young and first-time participants. More information about this opportunity will be available shortly. Please contact Program Manager Kelli Emerson at 608-924-4000 or programs@folklorevillage.org to inquire.
Meals
Sharing meals together is an essential part of many Folklore Village events, and Folklore Village festivals feature catered meals prepared fresh in-house by the fabulous RedBarn Catering. Vegetarian and gluten free options will be available at every meal for those who register as vegetarian or gluten free. If you have additional dietary restrictions please let us know via the festival registration form. RedBarn Catering will do their best to accommodate various needs but cannot guarantee all dietary needs will be met. If you have questions or concerns please contact Folklore Village at (608) 924-4000 ahead of the festival.
Accommodations
Bunkhouse (Very rustic): $20 per person per night
Stay on-site within walking distance (about 3 blocks) of Farwell Hall (main activities building). The bunkhouses are heated, with cots provided, and camp-style toilets and handpump nearby. Showers are located in Farwell Hall. Bring your own bedding, pillow, towel, flashlight, etc. Men and woman are housed in separate buildings. Heated and air conditioned!
Tenting: $10 per tent, per night
Many sites are available No campfires allowed. Showers and bathrooms are located in Farwell Hall (main activity building). You can register for tent camping via the festival registration form.
RV Camping with Electrical Hook-up: $15 per RV, per night
*Extremely limited; reserve early!*
To register for an RV spot with electrical hook-up please email programs@folklorevillage.org.
Other Lodging:
Folklore Village is glad to partner with AmericInn Dodgeville. Use this link for discounted rates!
Other hotels may offer a discount if you mention you are coming to a Folklore Village event.
Deer Valley Lodge (608)924-1600
Best Western (608)935-7739
Pine Ridge Motel (608)935-3386
Quality Inn (608)987-4747
