Saturday Night Socials harken back to the early days of Folklore Village when Jane Farwell would host Saturday Night events at the Wakefield Schoolhouse. These themed evenings feature family friendly folk dancing and games.
Sankta Lucia Social
December 13
Celebrate the return of light in the darkness of winter! This day of wintertime wonder starts with afternoon workshops at 3pm. Children will enjoy seasonal crafts and learning to shape the lussekatter, the traditional saffron buns served for Sankta Lucia. Any children or teens who wish to participate in the evening procession must attend the evening workshops in order to learn the Sankta Lucia songs.
The evening festivities kick off with a potluck supper at 6:00pm. Bring a dish to share. After supper, enjoy the candlelit procession with traditional Lucia songs. After the procession enjoy some family-friendly dancing and the aromatic saffron buns prepared earlier in the day.
Admission for both the afternoon workshops and the evening celebration is $15 adults, $12 seniors and teens, and $10 kids age 5-12. Evening-only admission is $10 adults, $8 seniors and teens, and $5 kids. Children under 5 are admitted free.
German Tree Night
December 20
Join us for our eagerly anticipated German Christmas Tree Lighting. Children and adult alike will experience the wonder of the season as we light a 14-foot evergreen tree with 50 real candles.
This family-friendly event starts with a potluck at 6:00pm. Help us light the tree after the potluck, and then enjoy family-friendly dancing and a joyous carol sing. Musicians are welcome and encouraged to join the informal “Folklore Village Volunteer Band.”
Admission is $10 adults, $8 seniors and teens, and $5 kids 5-12. Kids under 5 are free.
Tickets are available below or by calling (608) 924-4000. This is a popular event and can sell out!
