Slovenefest happening in Lawrence County
The annual Slovenefest is marking its 43rd year at the SNPJ Recreation Center in Lawrence County Friday through Sunday.
Slovenefest, the largest Slovenian cultural festival of its kind, is a celebration of the music, tastes and traditions of Slovenia. Entertainment is scheduled throughout the weekend, featuring polka, local country music and classic rock bands performing at several indoor and outdoor venues.
New to the 2026 schedule is the Slovenefest Pool Party, planned Saturday from noon until 2 p.m., followed by an Oktoberfest-style wine tasting later that afternoon.
Slovenefest attendees will be able to sample some food and beverages throughout the weekend. Lamb, barbecued chicken and Slovenian sausages will be available, along with festival favorites from food truck vendors, and a variety of beverages.
Festival guests will be able to explore the culture of Slovenia through an extensive display of folk attire, crafts and presentations in the SNPJ Slovenian Heritage Center museum.
The Slovenefest “Make It, Bake It, Grow It” crafters bazaar will also return, presenting several of the area’s finest crafters, all of whom will have items available for purchase. Hours of operation for the crafters bazaar are 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday; noon to 7 p.m. on Saturday; and noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Admission to the “Make It, Bake It, Grow It” Crafters Bazaar is also included with festival admission.
The SNPJ Recreation Center is on Route 108, one mile east of the Pennsylvania-Ohio border and seven miles west of the Mt. Jackson exit of Interstate 376.
Visit the Slovenefest website, www.slovenefest.com, for more information, including a complete weekend performance schedule. For more information about Slovenefest, please call 1-877-767-5732 or e-mail snpj@snpjrec.com.