Swedish Village Attractions in Kingsburg, California
Kingsburg, California’s Swedish heritage spans more than a century. A quaint town in the San Joaquin Valley, just 20 miles from Fresno, Kingsburg offers an interesting glimpse into Swedish traditions, crafts, food and attractions introduced to the area by Swedish emigrants in the late 1800s. Swedish Village is marked with beautifully painted Dala horses, Swedish flags, architectural distinctions, and the most famous landmark - the giant Kingsburg coffee pot water tower.
Visit Kingsburg Swedish Village.
Quality Inn Kingsburg hotel is minutes from the main attractions on Draper Street, the main corridor of Swedish Village. Spend a delightful afternoon shopping or dining at Swedish Village restaurants. Quality Inn Kingsburg offers a variety of hotel packages and a host of convenient amenities including complimentary hot breakfast, tour bus parking, Internet service, and a swimming pool and hot tub.
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Swedish Village Festivals.
Experience the unique culture of Sweden in the heart of Kingsburg, California. The most popular event of the year is the annual Kingsburg Swedish Festival. Held over the third weekend of May, the Kingsburg Swedish Festival features a Swedish pancake breakfast, live entertainment, folk dancing, maypole, Viking bed races and much more. Other popular Swedish Village festivals include the Santa Lucia Festival Christmas Village Celebration, Crayfish and Jazz Festival, and the Annual Car Show.
[Top] Swedish Village Landmarks.
Swedish Village Kingsburg is home to a number of well-preserved, historic landmarks. The Kingsburg Depot, a designated historical monument, was built in 1871 and is located on Draper and California Streets. Other landmarks include the one-room Clay School and Washington School buildings, Concordia Lutheran Church, and Kings Cooperative Cannery. Swedish Village is also distinguished by Swedish Dala horses prominently on display on light poles, storefronts, and parks. The Dala horse is a traditional Swedish icon. Hand-carved and covered in bright enamel paints, the Dala horse was used long ago as a bartering tool in exchange for goods.
[Top] Swedish Village Coffee Pot.
The most famous and unique landmark in Swedish Village is the Kingsburg water tower. Shaped like an antique coffee pot, the 60,000-gallon water tower stands 122 feet tall. The giant coffee pot tower is decorated with a traditional Swedish floral motif and is illuminated at night.
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