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Geneva's 75th Annual Swedish Days

Wed, Jun 18 – Sun, Jun 22, 2025 • 10:00am - 10:00pm

8 S. Third St.
, Geneva, IL 60134

Geneva Swedish Days celebrates the heritage of Swedish immigrants who settled in the area.

In 2025, Swedish Days will be held June 18-22. Geneva Swedish Days is 75 years old this year and celebrates the heritage of Swedish immigrants who settled in the area. Craft beer tent, a carnival, a Kids’ Day, nightly entertainment and a parade are part of the festivities. Merchants host special sales and in-store events. Food stands throughout the downtown area tempt visitors with Swedish and American menus.

This five-day festival dates back to 1949. Sponsored by the Geneva Chamber of Commerce, it originally began as an event to promote and build business for Geneva at a time, post-WWII when the economy was booming and Americans were ready to satisfy their consumer appetites. Today, nearly every member of the Geneva community participates in some way, either as a volunteer or a participant in the festivities.

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Free Entertainment Daily. Some of the weeks attractions do have a fee.

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