Sun 9/22 @ 3-7PM
Roll out the barrel — the wine barrel this time — at the SNPJ Farm in Kirtland for the annual Slovenian Grape Festival. You’ll find the pavilion decorated with grapevines and hanging treats, as the festively costumed polka parade struts in at 2:45 led by Tony Fortuna, whose orchestra will then play four hours of music for dancing.
You can take part in the parade too: wear your Slovenian costume and bring your accordion and you get free admission! Arrive by 2:15 to line up and get instructions. Joe Valencic from the Polka Hall of Fame will be passing out song sheets for a sing-along.
Food, including Slovenian sausage, roasted beef and homemade donuts will be available for purchase starting at 2pm, and if you’re not into dancing (but who isn’t?) your admission (a mere $8, 18 and under free) includes all the balinka (bocce) you can play.
One Response to “Polka Parade Celebrates the Fruit of the Vine at the Slovenian Grape Fest”
Gloria Szynal
Keep me posted on all polka events coming up