June 8 & 9 2012
You Should See How We Slavs Party
This June, join Sugar Creek and its citizens as they pay tribute to their Slavic heritage in the only way they know how - with scores of heel-kicking dancers, ivory-toned riffs from squeezebox masters, and of course, pound upon pound of juicy Kielbasa.
Map Out Your Adventure Today!
Gas prices wreaking havoc with your summer vacation plans? Make your way to Sugar Creek and experience the rich history of the Slavic people – feasting on great food, dancing to high-energy polkas, and watching traditional ethnic musicians and dancers.
Even Alex Couldn't Stay Away
Grammy Nominee Alex Meixner had so much fun at last year’s festival he’s coming back, and he’s bringing his unique music and energy with him. Catch Alex both nights, and on Friday he’ll be joined by teacher and mentor Don Lipovac, a legend in his own right as a member of the Polka Hall of Fame, Tamburitza Hall of Fame and more.
news and updates
Ethnic Dance Troupe Begins
Rehearsals for the Sugar Creek Kolo Kids and Ethnic Dance Troupe begin on Monday, May 7th. If you’re interested in joining the group, contact director Debbie Ray at 816.769.2254.
Meixner Books Busy Summer
2012 headliner, Alex Meixner, is booking a busy Summer with performances planned in Alberta and British Columbia in Canada, and State College Pennsylvania.
Contest Registration Open
The Fair & Festival Board is now taking applications to participate in one of the limited spots in the Sausage Eating Contest. Visit the Participation section for more details.
One Great Time
Grammy-nominee Alex Meixner returns to headline the 2012 Slavic Festival bringing high-energy mix of traditional polkas and good time music. Joining Alex on Friday is Polka Hall of Fame member Don Lipovac. Festival visitors will also experience traditional music and dance with the Sugar Creek Kolo Kids, Ethnic Dance Troupe and Tamburitzans, village musicians and more.
Add to that great food, the annual quest to find the Kielbasa King in the sausage eating contest, and our Kids Zone and you'll find two days packed full of fun.
Click here for a full schedule of events.
Join Our Sponsors
The Slavic Festival is part of the Community Arts Partners, a collective effort to help promote arts and entertainment as a way of improving the quality of life in Sugar Creek.
We're currently soliciting sponsors for the 2012 Slavic Festival and Community Arts Partners. For more information contact us.
Thanks to the 2011 Gold Level sponsors of the Sugar Creek Slavic Festival:
- BP
- Metcalf Bank
- Missouri Arts Council
- Wilbur Smith Associates
- The Examiner