We’re honoured — The City of Calgary has officially proclaimed May 2026 as Serbian Festival Month!
We’re honoured — The City of Calgary has officially proclaimed May 2026 as Serbian Festival Month!
We’re thrilled to invite you to the Serbian Festival, a weekend of celebration, culture, and connection on May 23 & 24.
This event is not just a festival; it’s a vibrant expression of the Serbian spirit, brought to life by the Calgary and Foothills County Serbian community.
Prepare to be dazzled by performances from some of the finest multicultural folk dancing groups from Calgary and North America. With the support of dignitaries from every government level, we underscore our commitment to an inclusive environment where all are welcome.
From authentic Serbian delicacies to cultural exhibits and sports, there’s something for everyone. Join us and be part of this unforgettable experience.
| SATURDAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Start Time | Performers | Act | Length (min) |
| 12:00 | Opening ceremony | 40 | |
| 12:40 | MCs | 3 | |
| 12:43 | SKUD Frula "Morava" | Palegraj, Ej Bože Seko | 3 |
| 12:46 | SKUD Frula "Tara" | Igre iz Ponišavlja | 6 |
| 12:52 | KUD Opanak, Edmonton "Gračanica" | Igre iz Šumadije | 3 |
| 12:55 | SKUD Frula "Morava" | Valjevska podvala, Zavrzlama | 4 |
| 12:59 | SKUD Frula "Sava" | Igre iz okoline Bujanovca | 8 |
| 13:07 | SKUD Frula "Tisa" | Šopske igre | 5 |
| 13:12 | MCs | 1 | |
| 13:13 | SKUD Frula "Drina" | Pjevaćemo šta nam srce zna - Song | 2 |
| 13:15 | SKUD Frula "Drina" | Splet igara iz Srbije | 6 |
| 13:21 | KUD Opanak, Edmonton "Ostrog" | Igre iz Vojvodine | 4 |
| 13:25 | MCs | 1 | |
| 13:26 | BREAK | 20 | |
| 13:46 | MCs | 1 | |
| 13:47 | SKUD Frula "Dunav" | Igre iz Crnorečja | 8 |
| 13:55 | Slovak Folk and Cultural Centre "Slnečnica" | Karička, Čardaš | 5 |
| 14:00 | Azeri Calgary Stars | Dance | 10 |
| 14:10 | Haide na Horoto - Bulgarian Folklore Group | Bulgarian Folk Dance | 13 |
| 14:23 | SKUD Frula "Tara" | Vlaški sat | 3 |
| 14:26 | SKUD Frula "Sava" | Igre iz Šumadije | 8 |
| 14:34 | MCs | 2 | |
| 14:36 | Serbian School Sveti Sava | Zakleo se bumbar - Song | 3 |
| 14:39 | KUD Opanak, Edmonton "Dečani" | Igre iz Žagubice | 7 |
| 14:46 | Zabava Russian Dance | Russian Khorovod | 5 |
| 14:51 | SKUD Frula "Tisa" | Igre iz okoline Niša | 10 |
| 15:01 | MCs | 2 | |
| 15:03 | Learn Serbian Dances | 15 | |
| 15:18 | MCs | 3 | |
| 15:21 | Zabava Russian Dance | Matryoshki | 3 |
| 15:24 | Dionysos Hellenic Cultural Society | Tzia/Kythnos | 17 |
| 15:41 | Slovak Folk and Cultural Centre "Slnečnica" | Over the bottle | 5 |
| 15:46 | SKUD Frula "Drina" | Vlaške igre | 7 |
| 15:53 | KUD Opanak, Edmonton "Ravanica" | Igre iz Crnorečja | 7 |
| 16:00 | SKUD Frula "Dunav" | Igre iz okoline Dimitrovgrada | 8 |
| 16:08 | KUD Opanak, Edmonton "Sopoćani" | Igre iz Bele Palanke | 6 |
| 16:14 | MCs | 2 | |
| 16:16 | Learn Serbian Dances | 15 | |
| 16:31 | Volunteer Photo and Volunteer Raffle | 10 | |
| Start Time | Performers | Act | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 | MCs | 10 min | |
| 12:10 | SKUD Frula "Tisa" | Šopske igre | 5 min |
| 12:15 | SKUD Frula "Morava" | Šetnja, Divna Divna | 3 min |
| 12:18 | SKUD Frula "Tara" | Igre iz Ponišavlja | 6 min |
| 12:24 | SKUD Frula "Sava" | Igre iz okoline Bujanovca | 8 min |
| 12:32 | SKUD Frula "Morava" | Zavrzlama, Valjevska Podvala | 3 min |
| 12:35 | MCs | 2 min | |
| 12:37 | Doina-Moldo-Romanian traditional folk dance | Hora | 4 min |
| 12:41 | Elena | Hallelujah - Song | 4 min |
| 12:45 | SKUD Frula "Drina" | Vlaške igre | 7 min |
| 12:52 | Dionysos Hellenic Cultural Society | Crete | 17 min |
| 13:09 | Elena | Tamo daleko - Song | 3 min |
| 13:12 | SKUD Frula "Dunav" | Igre iz Crnorečja | 8 min |
| 13:20 | MCs | 2 min | |
| 13:22 | Learn Serbian Dances | 15 min | |
| 13:37 | MCs | 2 min | |
| 13:39 | SKUD Frula "Tisa" | Igre iz okoline Niša | 10 min |
| 13:49 | Elena | Romashka-Vasilyok - Song | 3 min |
| 13:52 | Doina-Moldo-Romanian traditional folk dance | Big Hora | 3 min |
| 13:55 | Amor A Mexico Dance Group | El Satanás, El Costeño | 5 min |
| 14:00 | Gipsy Dreams | Gypsy Rythm Dance | 4 min |
| 14:04 | MCs | 2 min | |
| 14:06 | SKUD Frula "Tara" | Vlaški sat | 3 min |
| 14:09 | SKUD Frula "Sava" | Igre iz Šumadije | 8 min |
| 14:17 | Asi Es Colombia Cultural Association | Dance | 9 min |
| 14:26 | Krakusy Polish Folk Dance Association | Dance | 15 min |
| 14:41 | Dionysos Hellenic Cultural Society | Tavern | 17 min |
| 14:58 | Zhaoli Dance | Rose in the morning glow | 4 min |
| 15:02 | MCs | 2 min | |
| 15:04 | Serbian School Sveti Sava | Ježeva kućica - Play | 15 min |
| 15:19 | SKUD Frula "Drina" | Pjevaćemo šta nam srce zna - Song | 2 min |
| 15:21 | SKUD Frula "Drina" | Splet igara iz Srbije | 6 min |
| 15:27 | SKUD Frula "Dunav" | Igre iz okoline Dimitrovgrada | 8 min |
| 15:35 | MCs | 2 min | |
| 15:37 | Karate Kids | 10 min | |
| 15:47 | MCs | 2 min | |
| 15:49 | Learn Serbian Dances | 15 min | |
| 16:04 | Soccer Tournament Awards Ceremony | 10 min | |
| 16:14 | Volunteer Photo | 10 min | |
This little tongue-twister is one of the first words a foreigner learns upon arriving to Serbia! Ćevapčići are meat fingers made of minced beef and veal, infused with spices and grilled to perfection.
After the meat is washed, cleaned and seasoned liberally with salt, it is roasted whole on a spit and enjoyed with lepinja (home-meade bread) and salad.
Enjoy a great assortment of Serbian homemade cookies and sweets. Enjoy homemade quality in our delicious and satisfying cookies made with love for sweets. They all taste as good as they look.
To sign up as a volunteer, please email volunteers@serbianfest.ca.
We are in need of volunteers to make the 2026 Serbian Fest a great event.
Find out more or use this link to sign up.
Serbian Fest invites all potential sponsors to help make our festival the best Serbian Fest to date! All sponsors and sponsorship funding is greatly appreciated and we will formally acknowledge all sponsors at the opening ceremony presentation.
All donations can be made out to the Serbian Festival Society of Calgary or via e-transfer to treasurer@serbianfest.ca.
Again, thank you for making Serbian Fest a great event!
We are thrilled to announce that the Serbian Festival has been awarded the Cultural Diversity Grant by the Government of Alberta and a grant from the Government of Serbia.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to the Government for recognizing and supporting the celebration of Serbian culture and heritage.
These grants not only enhance Serbian Festival, but also strengthens the vibrant mosaic of Alberta’s community. Thank you for your generous support!
Head eastbound from Alberta Highway 2 on to Dunbow Road and follow the signs.
