Kingsburg is regionally famous for its Swedish heritage. The architecture of the town attempts to capture the flavor of a Swedish village. The citizens work hard to pass on the traditions and values brought by the early Swedish settlers. The community hosts celebrations and festivals throughout the year which feature traditional Swedish dress, food, ceremonies, and entertainment. One of the unique aspects of the town is the high degree of child involvement in community activities.
Children regularly participate in dance, music, and competitive events.
Community organizations and city services have worked together to create an environment which nurtures and protects children. Consequently, Kingsburg enjoys a reputation for being a quiet, safe community with excellent schools. One of the big attractions in Kingsburg is our colorful Swedish Festival which is held the third weekend of May each year, attracting thousands of people. During this time the town becomes truly festive with the beautiful decorations, including a may pole decorated with birch branches and fresh flowers, which is carried at the end of the parade and ceremoniously erected on Draper Street. A great variety of authentic Swedish staple goods and gift items are on sale in many of the stores.