About the Festival

The Slavic Food and Cultural Festival has been an annual celebration in Orlando for over a decade, drawing guests each year from across Florida and beyond. What began as a small community gathering at Saint Nina Mission has grown into one of Central Florida's most anticipated cultural events.

Our festival is a window into the heart of the Slavic world — its hearty cuisine, its soulful folk-choir singing, its vibrant folk dance, and above all, the warm hospitality that Slavic communities are known for. Whether you grew up on borscht and pelmeni or have never tried a single pierogi, you'll leave the festival having tasted, heard, and felt something you'll remember.

Our Mission

All proceeds from the festival support Saint Nina Orthodox Mission of Orlando — a parish of the Orthodox Church in America (OCA) — and its outreach programs. By attending, you're directly helping a vibrant community continue its cultural and spiritual work in Central Florida.

Learn more about our parish at stninaorlando.org.

Music, Song & Dance

Slavic music is unlike anything else on earth. You'll hear live folk-choir singing, the bright ring of the balalaika, and the rich voice of the bayan accordion. On stage, our folk dance ensemble performs breathtaking dances — the energetic Cossack dance, the Ukrainian hopak, and the flowing Russian khorovod — full of leaps, spins, and dazzling footwork. As a special highlight, the beloved Kalinka Folk Ensemble (lineup TBA) brings their warm voices to the Orlando stage.

Kvass, Mead & Centuries of Tradition

Slavic tables are famous for their drinks as much as their food. Sip tart, refreshing kvass, raise a glass of golden medovukha (honey mead), and warm up with tea poured from a traditional samovar. Every cup carries centuries of tradition and turns a meal into a celebration of friendship, family, and life.

A Family-Friendly Day

Bring the whole family. Children are welcomed with a dedicated kids' zone, hands-on craft activities, and lots of room to run and explore. Adults can sample kvass and mead, browse vendor stalls, and join in the dancing — no experience required.