Every May 17th, Norwegians hit the streets for parades and parties!
The lack of military parades is perhaps the most notable difference about Norway’s Constitution Day compared to many other countries around the world. Instead, the main parade is full of children from local schools, often in marching bands. Proud parents watch on with smartphone cameras at the ready before joining a people’s parade later in the day
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In this podcast: Frode Tilden joins Amy & JJ to talk about this day’s celebrations in Norway – and right here in Fargo!
You can join him at the Sons of Norway tonight:
The traditional dress is another noteworthy piece of Norway’s Syttende Mai traditions. They are called bunad – and in this photo Frode shows off his new bunad, made by his Mother.
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