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17 May celebration at Lillehammer campus

We invite all students to join a cosy and inclusive celebration of the Norwegian Constitution Day! Come by yourself or bring a friend(s) – this will be a day filled with joy, games and activities.

Norway's flag with a blue skye. Photo: Colourbox

Join the 17 May parade!

Help us showcase our student community by participating in the National Day parade.

When: 10:00 (10 a.m.)

Meet up at: Sportsplassen, Lillehammer

Open for all students and staff: You do not need to join the events to participate in the parade. The parade is free.

Remember: e have a spot in the parade, so that we will walk together from the meet location.

Event on campus

After the parade, you are invited to a social celebration with activities, food and cakes on campus!

Lunch

Location: Canteen, University of Inland Norway, Lillehammer campus (Storhove)

When: 13:00–16:00

Entrance fee: NOK 50 + VAT (includes two hot dogs, cakes and ice cream)

Sign-up deadline: 12 May, 15:00 (3 p.m.)

Maximum number of participants: 300

Activities

The activities don't require sign-up, are free and for all.

Activities: Traditional Norwegian games include potato race, sack race, three-legged race,
kubb, badminton, cricket, tug of war, and horseshoes/ring toss

When: From 13:30 (1:30 p.m.)

Location: Nice weather: Outside the campus building and by the volleyball/football field. Bad weather: In Glassgården outside the canteen

Tip: The recommended dress code is semi-formal attire. Norwegians usually wear Bunad (traditional Norwegian costume), summer attire, or suits or similar attire

Contact information

Any questions? Please contact Lillehammer Student Society at samfunsstyret@gmail.com or message us on Instagram. You can also contact the International Office if needed.

Published May 6, 2025 4:38 PM - Last modified May 8, 2025 2:49 PM