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Kingsburg's Swedish Festival
Kingsburg's Swedish Festival celebrates its heritage with Swedish pancakes, a smorgasbord and a parade that includes a nod to couples married 50 years or longer. Also, a queen will be crowned to serve as Lucia during December's traditional Santa Lucia celebration.
When, where: May 18 to 20, most activities on Draper Street in the downtown Swedish Village
Admission: Free, except $10 for Friday night smorgasbord and $6 for Saturday Swedish-pancake breakfast
Info: (559) 897-1111, www.kingsburgchamberofcommerce.com.
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