Event Details
Join us for the 3rd Annual Festival Bazaar at Holy Myrrhbearers Orthodox Christian Church!
Spend the day with us on Saturday, September 12, 2026, from 9 AM–3 PM in Mount Crawford, Virginia, for a family-friendly celebration of Orthodox Christian culture and Eastern European traditions. Admission and parking are free, and visitors of all backgrounds are warmly welcome.
This
year’s festival features our biggest lineup yet, with traditional
music, dance, food, cultural demonstrations, shopping, and activities
for the whole family.
Cultural Entertainment
- Performance by the Matreshki Dance Group
- Live Russian violin
- Traditional Russian folk dance
- Slavic sword dance exhibition
- Olga Samovar exhibition and traditional Russian tea experience
- Guided tours of Holy Myrrhbearers Orthodox Christian Church
Food & Treats
Come hungry! We’ll be serving a variety of Russian, Eastern European, and festival favorites, including:
- Pelmeni (traditional dumplings)
- Pirogi (stuffed pastries)
- Blini (thin Russian pancakes)
- Baklava
- Authentic Samovar tea
- Russian ice cream
- Honey cake
- Fresh-baked pastries and desserts
- Hot dogs and other familiar festival favorites
Fun for Kids
We'll
have plenty to do for younger visitors, including a bouncy castle and
arts and crafts, along with other family-friendly activities throughout
the day.
Shopping & More
Browse handcrafted goods, religious items, and traditional Russian and Orthodox unique finds.
Whether you come for the food, the music and dancing, the children’s activities, the cultural experience, or simply an enjoyable Saturday with family and friends, we’d love to welcome you!