ModerateArts & Culture
Vista Viking Festival
Vista, CA
Tickets required (2025: adults $27, kids 5 and under free); $10 cash parking
By Simir Shah
Southern California's big Viking and Nordic festival, with battle reenactments, music and an expanded kids' pavilion, held at the Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum. There is no guest parking on site: park at Vista High or Mission Vista High ($10 cash) and take the free shuttle. Presale tickets are cheaper.
Good for
- Ages 10+
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