For 59 years, you have been able to help welcome summer by visiting Ephraim’s waterfront to say goodbye to the winter witch. The Ephraim Fyr Bal is a day full of activities throughout the village beginning at 8 a.m. before it culminates with the annual lighting of the bonfire, the welcoming of the community-selected chieftain, and the fireworks over Eagle Harbor. While many activities have been around for nearly six decades, others, like fire dancing, Viking axe throwing, and glass-blowing demonstrations, debuted last year. Ephraim Tourism Council Director of Marketing Kelsey Stone says they have tried hard to ensure there is something for everyone when they attend.

Ephraim’s Fyr Bal often coincides with the summer solstice and it is based on Scandinavian traditions. Last year, GG Paschke was selected as the festival’s Chieftain. You can find this year’s events schedule by clicking this link.