An annual Saint Ann tradition

Come Hungry. Bring the Family.

Each year, Saint Ann's Slavic Festival welcomes thousands of visitors for homemade Slavic food, music, and traditions rooted in our Carpatho-Rusyn heritage.

Organized and staffed by parish volunteers, the festival features traditional dishes and baked goods, many prepared from recipes passed down through generations. If you've been coming for years, we look forward to welcoming you back. If you've never attended, come see what brings so many people to Saint Ann's each year.

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Join Us for the Festival

11 AM – 7 PM

Saint Ann Byzantine Catholic Church 5408 Locust Lane
Harrisburg, PA 17109
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A Taste of Our Traditions

The festival's food and customs have their origins in the Carpathian region of Eastern Europe, where the Ruthenian Catholic Church also has its roots. Many of these traditions came to Pennsylvania with the immigrant families who established parishes like Saint Ann's.

A plate of perohi

Slavic Favorites

Perohi, halushki, kielbasa, and homemade baked goods are part of the festival tradition. Bring an appetite for familiar favorites and something new.

Musicians performing under the pavilion at a past festival

Games & Entertainment

Beyond the food, the festival features music, bingo, basket raffles, and games for children. There's plenty for the whole family to enjoy throughout the day.

The icon-filled interior of Saint Ann Byzantine Catholic Church

Faith & Heritage

At the heart of the celebration is our Byzantine Catholic parish. Discover the sacred art and traditions that set our church apart.

A Day at the Festival

A group of six people standing inside a building behind a counter, smiling at the camera. They are dressed in matching red shirts, and some are wearing hats. The background contains a metal storage unit, a ceiling fan, and an open garage door to the
People sitting under a tent playing bingo at an outdoor event.
A large crowd gathered outdoors under a tree during the daytime at a community festival. People are sitting on lawn chairs and standing around a small building with signs advertising food and baked goods. The scene is lively and sunny, with many atte
People shopping at a Basket Bonanza outdoor market stall with a white tent, various baskets and gifts, and a golden domed building in the background.
People waiting in line and sitting at tables inside a banquet hall or community center, with some eating, during an event or gathering.
People lining up at a food service counter, being served food by a woman wearing gloves and an apron, in a community setting.

Festival Memories