June 10 & 11 2011
Are You Ready For a Slavacation?
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.
Mix & Meixner For Whole Lot of Fun!
We’ve added Alex Meixner and his band to the mix of local Slavic Festival entertainers. Making the trek from Florida, Meixner is a grammy-nominated, high energy master of the accordion. Joining the band on Friday is Polka Hall of Fame member, Don Lipovac!
Cook It Up or Put it Down!
Test your culinary skills in the Cook-off Contest on Saturday, June 11th. Or take center stage in the crowd-fueled battle to be the Kielbasa King (or Queen) in our annual Sausage Eating Contest on Friday, June 10th!
news and updates
Ethnic Dance Troupe Begins
Rehearsals for the Sugar Creek Kolo Kids and Ethnic Dance Troupe begin on Monday, May 2nd. If you’re interested in joining the group, contact director Debbie Ray at 816.769.2254.
Meixner Books Busy Summer
2011 headliner, Alex Meixner, is booking a busy summary 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 the Cooking Contest or to grab one of the limited spots in the Sausage Eating Contest. Visit the Participation section for more details.
event schedule
Friday, June 10th (5:00 pm to 11:30 pm)
| Village Musicians (strolling) Ed Grisnik Group (dining hall) |
5:00 pm |
| Children's Costume Parade | 6:30 pm |
| Sugar Creek Kolo Kids | 7:00 pm |
| Sugar Creek Ethnic Dance Troupe | 7:30 pm |
| Kielbasa Eating Contest | 8:00 pm |
| Learn the Kolo | 8:30 pm |
| Alex Meixner w/Don Lipovac | 9:00 pm |
Saturday, June 11th (3:00 pm to 11:30 pm)
| Village Musicians (strolling) Ed Grisnik Group (dining hall) |
3:00 pm |
| Hrvatski Obicaj | 5:00 pm |
| Sugar Creek Kolo Kids | 6:00 pm |
| Sugar Creek Tamburitzans | 6:30 pm |
| Sugar Creek Ethnic Dance Troupe | 7:45 pm |
| Lifetime Achievement Awards | 8:30 pm |
| Alex Meixner | 9:00 pm |
