Activities

Big John's PFI "Konoba"

We’ve expanded for more room to enjoy wines from Ancestry Cellars, Balkan Store, Sunce Winery and Vinbero and speciality Croatian imported rakija (brandy) while singing along to the music on the Konoba stage. 

Tokens for drinks will be available for purchase at the door. Must be 21+ to enter.

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

3rd Floor, West Loft #2

Chris' Kids Corner

Bring the youngsters to “Chris’ Kids Corner” for fun with soccer-themed activities, creative art projects, and much more. The Kids Corner will be in a new location this year, adjacent to the elevator.

12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Mezzinane West
3rd Floor
Seattle Center Armory

Kako Se Kaže

Walk up the stairs or take the elevator to the 3rd floor. At the entrance to the Art Gallery, stop by the “Kako Se Kaže” booth to learn about the Croatian language and compare dialects with Professor Nicholas Lovrich and Jasmina Cernak.

12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Art Gallery Foyer
3rd Floor
Seattle Center Armory

Opening Ceremonies & Swearing-In

Opening ceremonies with American, Canadian, & Croatian Anthems performed by Maria Kesovija and John Morovich.  Opening remarks by Croatian Ambassador to the United States Pjer Simunović and Renee Pea, Cosul General of Croatia.  Swearing In Ceremony of new Croatian citizens. 

12:00 PM - 12:20 PM

Main Stage Seattle Center Armory

Roslyn Cemetery Legacy Association

Talk with representatives of The Roslyn Cemetery Legacy Project, learn about the project and how you can contribute.

12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Mezzanine East
3rd Floor
Seattle Center Armory

Step and Repeat

Backdrop banner with props for the perfect photo souvenir.

12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Mezzanine East
3rd Floor
Seattle Center Armory

CroatiaFest Sponsors

ArtsFund
Town & Country Markets
Balkan Store
Big John's PFI
25th Anniversary
Residence Inn by Marriott
Maxwell Hotel
King County 4 Culture
Seattle Office of Arts and Culture
Ancestry Cellars
Vinbero
Croatian National Tourist Office