Better watch out: Julenisse is coming to town

Revelers encircle a tree during Juletrefest in Decorah. Photo: Vesterheim

Vesterheim, the Norwegian-American museum in Decorah, hosts its annual Norwegian Christmas Celebration on Dec. 2. Although some of the festivities are nearly universal — hot cocoa, cookies and s’mores — others stick more closely to Norwegian traditions. The mythical Julenisse will lead carolers in a Juletrefest, a tradition that involves singing and skipping in circles around a Christmas tree. You can also try your hand at a few traditional crafts, enjoy live music, and watch the Nordic Dancers and costumed Julebekker as they roam the museum to clear out any evil spirits.

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