35th Annual MORAVA Serbian Summer Folkfest 2026

THE COUNTDOWN IS ON for MORAVA’s 35th Annual Summer Folkfest! Get ready for a weekend packed with incredible music and dancing, authentic home-cooked Serbian cuisine, & unforgettable vibes. We are honored to host an unbelievable lineup of talent this year! Bring your friends, bring your family, and experience world-class Serbian hospitality to the fullest! 🇷🇸❤️ Be sure to claim your tickets! All details below... ______________________________________________________ 🎉 EVENT OVERVIEW MORAVA’S Summer Folkfest Returns for an Epic Weekend of Global Talent and Authentic Serbian Hospitality San Diego, CA — MORAVA has officially announced the return of the MORAVA Summer Folkfest, a premier cultural weekend celebrating global folk traditions, legendary local beats, and authentic Serbian hospitality. Bringing together world-class performers from across the globe and the United States, the festival promises a vibrant weekend of music and dance, food, and community. ______________________________________________________ 🎶 SPECIAL GUESTS This year’s stellar lineup features highly anticipated special guests, including: COTK Desanka Djordjevic (Direct from Serbia) Dukati & Biseri (Chicago, IL) Thalassani Greek Ensemble (Cardiff,CA) Pelagos & Parea Greek Ensembles (San Diego, CA) TARA Slavic Singing Society (San Diego, CA) ______________________________________________________ 🗓️ FESTIVAL WEEKEND SCHEDULE The three-day event is packed with distinct cultural experiences, high-energy performances, and social gatherings: Friday, July 31: Welcome Dance! ➖ 7:00 PM: The festivities kick off with a high-energy Welcome Dance featuring legendary local favorite, DJ Miko! Located at St. George Serbian Orthodox Church Hall (3025 Denver Street, San Diego, CA 92117). Saturday, August 1: Main Concert & Afterparty! ➖ 2:00 PM: The main event you will not want to miss -- the MORAVA Serbian folklore concert! Located at University City High School (6949 Genesee Avenue, San Diego, CA 92122). ➖ 6:00 PM: Then, following the main theater performances, the excitement continues with an exclusive post-theater party featuring live music from Chicago’s own Kalca Band! Located at St. George Serbian Orthodox Church hall (3025 Denver Street, San Diego, CA 92117). Sunday, August 2: Beach Party! ➖ 1:00 PM: The festival wraps up with a classic Southern California Beach Party at Pacific Beach. Guests and performers will head to the coast to soak up the sun, enjoy the ocean, and experience the ultimate SoCal lifestyle. Located near Lahaina Beach House on Pacific Beach (710 Oliver Avenue, San Diego, CA 92109). ______________________________________________________ 🥘 A LA CARTE MENU Authentic Serbian cuisine homemade by the women of our community. Every dish is prepared with care, tradition, and the incredible flavors that keep guests coming back year after year. Friday: ➖ Fish & chips ➖ Burek (meat) with yogurt Saturday night: ➖ Ćevapi (with kajmak, ajvar, onions & lepinje) and Serbian coleslaw ➖ Burek (meat or cheese) with Serbian yogurt ➖ “Balkan Fries” (French fries with kajmak & ajvar) ______________________________________________________ 🎟️ TICKETS & SPONSORSHIP Tickets for the concert and weekend events are available now. Due to high demand, attendees are encouraged to secure their spots in advance. ➖ Concert Tickets: Available for purchase online via Zeffy Tickets here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/morava-summer-folkfest/ ➖ Support & Donations: Become a Sponsor and support the initiative! Your donations fund our youth involvement and parish outreach and can be made through the MORAVA Folkfest Sponsorship Page here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/bridging-parishes-welcoming-youth-sponsor-the-morava-folkfest/ For more updates, schedule announcements, and media assets, follow MORAVA on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moravafolklore/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moravafolklore/ Or visit our church website: https://stgeorgeinsd.org/ ______________________________________________________ 💃🏼 ABOUT MORAVA MORAVA is an amateur Serbian folklore ensemble established in 1986 dedicated to preserving and celebrating Serbian folklore, dance, and traditions in San Diego, California. "MORAVA’s Summer Folkfest is more than just a festival; it’s a bridge between cultures," said Maria Milasinovic, Co-Director, MORAVA Folklore. "We are thrilled to bring world-renowned talent to San Diego, pairing incredible international performances with our legendary traditional food, drinks, and unmatched hospitality."

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