Established in October 1967 by founding President Erik Meyer, the Danish American Club in Orange County has grown from an invitation-only group of 26 members into a vibrant community organization serving Huntington Beach and the surrounding region. The club's founding mission—to stimulate and widen relations between people of Danish heritage and Americans through shared cultural experiences—remains as vital today as it was over five decades ago. Throughout its history, the organization has brought prestigious Danish cultural groups to Orange County, including the Danish National Gymnastic Team, the Danish Radio Boys Choir, and the Helsingør Girls Marching Band, enriching the local cultural landscape. The club's commitment to community giving is exemplified through its decades-long partnership with the Orange International Street Fair, where booth proceeds support worthy causes in both Denmark and America. Members gather regularly to share in meaningful traditions—enjoying traditional Danish dinners, raising toasts, and singing together—creating a warm, inclusive environment where both longtime members and newcomers can connect with their heritage. In 1994, the club actively supported the relocation of the Danish Lutheran Church and Cultural Center to Yorba Linda, demonstrating its broader commitment to sustaining Danish-American institutions. Today, the Danish American Club continues to organize cherished events like Fastelavn celebrations for children and soccer tournaments while maintaining its nonpolitical, welcoming approach. For anyone in the Huntington Beach community seeking authentic cultural connection, meaningful friendships, and opportunities to celebrate Danish traditions, the club represents a living bridge between heritage and contemporary American community life.
Huntington Beach, CA