Name: Yule Viking Festival/Winter Solstice
Start: 2026-12-06T11:00:00-06:00
End: 2026-12-20T17:00:00-06:00

About the event

We of Uppsala Events, the creators of the authentic Yule Viking Festival, are building a positive, inclusive, and real community with all the festivals we host. We are trying to educate and entertain you with historical and actual truths. We want to create an environment where you and your family feel welcomed and safe. The Festival kicks off on Friday December 4th and then Saturdays and Sundays, December 4th is 4:00pm-10:00pm, December 5,6,7,12,13,19,20-2026 from 11am-7pm on Saturday and 11am-5pm on Sunday, Loki late night Dec.12 from 7pm-10pm. Burning of the Long Ship on December 19th at sunset. General admission ages 16 and up tickets $19, youth 6-15 $7, children 5 and under are Free. After hour events are included with day ticket.

Dates

Dec 06, 2026 · 11:00 AM - Dec 20, 2026 · 5:00 PM(GMT-05:00) Central Time (US & Canada)

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Upcoming Events

Feast Dinner w/Ritual

Dec 04, 2026 · 4:00 PM - Dec 04, 2026 · 10:00 PM(GMT-05:00) Central Time (US & Canada)

Ritual night general admission

Dec 04, 2026 · 4:00 PM - Dec 04, 2026 · 10:00 PM(GMT-05:00) Central Time (US & Canada)

Saturday general admission

Dec 05, 2026 · 11:00 AM - Dec 19, 2026 · 7:00 PM(GMT-05:00) Central Time (US & Canada)

Loki Late Night

Dec 12, 2026 · 7:00 PM - Dec 12, 2026 · 10:00 PM(GMT-05:00) Central Time (US & Canada)

Burning of the Long Ship

Dec 19, 2026 · 5:30 PM - Dec 19, 2026 · 10:00 PM(GMT-05:00) Central Time (US & Canada)

Location

Texas, United States

14200 County Road 3104, Gladewater, Texas 75647, United States

Directions

Parking instructions

parking is free

Health & safety

Follow standard CDC guidelines

Event highlights

Adamo Ignis Fire and Danger Show

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Fall in Love with Flame

'Adamo Ignis' is latin for 'to fall in love with flame'. Exactly what you'll be doing when you see the hot stunts in this girl's show! The passion of dance, the danger of fire, and of course many other stunts and tricks will have you jumping out of your seat as she leaps into your heart!

Adamo Ignis is one of very few solo female-fronted and run fire and danger shows making her a unique treat for any event.

Equestrian Chaos

Harmless Danger

Celtica Nova

Loki’s Legends and Lies

Loki will entertain you with Eddas and Lies sure to be 99% lies.

Black Wolf Vikings

With us for the first weekend only. Black Wolf Vikings re-enactment group with demonstrations and full combat fighting

Tickets

Price: $0.00-200.00 + Applicable Fees and Taxes

Camping

Tent camping

You need to select one of the following tickets first: Single Day Ticket, Weekend pass, Season pass, Feast Dinner

$0.00

NON-REFUNDABLE

Non-Refundable Ticket

This ticket is non-refundable, non-cancellable, and non-transferable after purchase. The delivery of the service is completed upon receiving this ticket by email.

RV camping

You need to select one of the following tickets first: Single Day Ticket, Weekend pass, Season pass, Feast Dinner

$0.00

NON-REFUNDABLE

Non-Refundable Ticket

This ticket is non-refundable, non-cancellable, and non-transferable after purchase. The delivery of the service is completed upon receiving this ticket by email.

14200 County Road 3104, Gladewater
Texas 75647, United States

Dec 04, 2026 2:00 pm - Dec 19, 2026 8:00 pm CDT

December 19th, 2026 at 8:00 pm CDT

Uppsala’s Yule Viking Festival Camping Policy We offer both primitive tent camping sites and primitive RV camping site options for festival-goers. Please review the pricing, rules, and regulations to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all. No pets are allowed in camping. Service animals are permitted only. Camping Prices: CHECK-IN TIME AFTER 2:00pm Does not include admission into the festival  A $50 deposit is required upon arrival.The deposit will be returned after your campsite is inspected by a member of our management team. • Primitive Tent Camping for one tent: $15 per night (for up to 4 people) $25 for the weekend (Friday and Saturday night) Additional People: $10 per person (beyond 4) • Primitive RV Camping for one RV: $25 per night (for up to 4 people) $45 for the weekend (Friday to Saturday night) Additional People: $10 per person (beyond 4) Camping Rules and Regulations: • Ticket Requirement: Camping tickets can only be purchased as an add-on. A festival ticket must be purchased in order to camp. Tents and RV’s not included with camping. Campers must bring their own RV’s and tents and gear. • Generators: Only inverter generators are permitted. Traditional generators are not allowed. • Deposit: A $50 deposit is required upon arrival. The deposit will be returned after your campsite is inspected by a member of our management team. • Campfires: Campfires must be contained in a raised fire containment system. Fires are only allowed if there is no active fire ban in Smith County. A fire extinguisher must be in plain view at all times. • Wristbands: All campers will be issued wristbands, which must be worn at all times. If a wristband is lost or removed, you will be required to repay for camping or leave the premises. • Quiet Hours: Quiet hours are from 11:00 PM to 8:00 AM. Please respect your fellow campers. • Facilities: Portable toilets are available on-site. There are no showers. • Carry In, Carry Out: Uppsala enforces a strict carry-in, carry-out policy. All trash must be taken with you when you leave the campsite. By following these rules, we ensure the safety and enjoyment of all our guests. Thank you for camping with us at Uppsala’s Yule Viking Festival!

Feast

Feast Dinner

$230.40

Includes Base Price: $200.00, Tax: $16.50, Processing fees: $13.90

NON-REFUNDABLE

Non-Refundable Ticket

This ticket is non-refundable, non-cancellable, and non-transferable after purchase. The delivery of the service is completed upon receiving this ticket by email.

Season pass

$121.12

Includes Base Price: $105.00, Tax: $8.66, Processing fees: $7.46

NON-REFUNDABLE

Non-Refundable Ticket

This ticket is non-refundable, non-cancellable, and non-transferable after purchase. The delivery of the service is completed upon receiving this ticket by email.

Ticket

Military and First Responder

$21.04

Includes Base Price: $18.00, Tax: $1.49, Processing fees: $1.55

NON-REFUNDABLE

Non-Refundable Ticket

This ticket is non-refundable, non-cancellable, and non-transferable after purchase. The delivery of the service is completed upon receiving this ticket by email.

Single Day Ticket

$22.19

Includes Base Price: $19.00, Tax: $1.57, Processing fees: $1.62

NON-REFUNDABLE

Non-Refundable Ticket

This ticket is non-refundable, non-cancellable, and non-transferable after purchase. The delivery of the service is completed upon receiving this ticket by email.

Weekend pass

$41.74

Includes Base Price: $36.00, Tax: $2.97, Processing fees: $2.77

NON-REFUNDABLE

Non-Refundable Ticket

This ticket is non-refundable, non-cancellable, and non-transferable after purchase. The delivery of the service is completed upon receiving this ticket by email.

Youth ticket single day

You need to select one of the following tickets first: Military and First Responder, Single Day Ticket, Weekend pass, Season pass

$8.38

Includes Base Price: $7.00, Tax: $0.58, Processing fees: $0.80

NON-REFUNDABLE

Non-Refundable Ticket

This ticket is non-refundable, non-cancellable, and non-transferable after purchase. The delivery of the service is completed upon receiving this ticket by email.

Artists, vendors & exhibitors applications

Interested in applying:

2 active applications

Merchant Application

Deadline: Nov 01, 2026

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We of New Uppsala Events, the creators of the authentic Yule Viking Festival, are building a positive, inclusive, and real community with all the festivals we host. Our goal is to educate and entertain our Guests with historical and actual truths. We want to create an environment where our Guests and Vendors feel welcomed and safe. We invite Vendors from all over to apply to become part of the family. Uppsala Events prefers Vendors who handcraft their wares but all applications will be considered. The Yule Viking Festival is a themed event.

Vendor Fees for 2026 are $1.50/sqft plus $30 for electricity hookup. Electric hookup is mandatory as our festival goes into the evening hours and lights in your booth is required.

All Vendor Booths and those receiving a Vendor Pass are required to follow the Booth Tent guidelines. These guidelines are similar to most Renaissance festival guidelines.The Yule Viking Festival Jury Committee will review each item on your application. Uppsala Events does not guarantee exclusivity for Vendors although we will do our best to limit the number of Vendors selling the same or similar merchandise. If one of your items is similar to another approved Vendor’s, the Jury Committee reserves the right to exclude that item. Only approved items may be sold during the Yule Viking Festival.The Yule Viking Festival is Saturdays and Sundays, December 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20 from 11am-7pm, except for Friday, Dec.4, 2026, from 4pm-9pm. This is the night of our opening feast. We are open to the public on this evening and vendors are required to be open for business during all hours of operation. Once a Vendor's application is approved, further information will be given with the Contract. Questions can be messaged or emailed to vendor@uppsala-events.com.

Food Vendor

Deadline: Nov 21, 2026

Apply now

This is for a food vendor space with electric. All approved food vendors pay a non-refundable deposit of $300 to hold your space at the festival, which includes the $30 electric fee. You will be required to pay 15% of all sales, collected each festival day. You will start the festival with a credit of $270 (the deposit less the electric fee) to deduct the 15% from. Once the credit hits zero, you will be obligated to pay the 15% daily.

Terms & Conditions

Rain or shine tickets are non refundable.

Hosted by Uppsala Events

Joined Eventeny in January 2024

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Gladewater, Texas, United States