Ohio Arts Council Grant Application

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2026 Cleveland Kurentovanje Recorded Programing

“What a blast! The colors, sounds, smiles, flavors and smiles of Cleveland's Kurentovanje leave you feeling good about life and smarter about the culture and appeal of the tiny republic of Slovenia.... We’ll be back!”

2026 Event Photos

The following photos highlighting the professional sound support from A440 Sound at the 2026 festival stages and events, which was what our OAC grant request is for 2027 as well.

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The following photos capture the festival on a broader basis (outside of all professional sound services that we hope the OAC grant will help cover!)

Ariel Views of the Parade (2023)

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Don't forget to stop at Sheliga for a bottle (or two!) of Slovenian wine for your family gathering this weekend! The Slovenian wines that were sampled at our Craft Wine Tasting event this year are available for purchase at Sheliga Drug on St. Clair!

More footage of our special delivery this morning!

What would you do if the a Kurent showed up on your doorstep on a Saturday morning?

In true Kurentovanje spirit, we conspired with Claudette, the winner of our Kurent Mini Raffle, to deliver the prize to her parents Marjan and Justi as a surprise. N

On Ash Wednesday, we traditionally bury the Carnival ashes and close the season. 🖤

As we do, we want to send our deepest thank you to our incredible community. Thank you for chasing away winter with us, for showing up to events all week long, and f

We are proud to recognize our Silver Sponsors for their generous support of Cleveland Kurentovanje. Their commitment helps us preserve tradition, celebrate Slovenian heritage, and bring our community together in a meaningful way.

Thank you to:
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A sincere thank you to Jim Breen for supporting Cleveland Kurentovanje. We are grateful for his generosity in helping this tradition thrive.

Thank you to Klet Brda for supporting Cleveland Kurentovanje. The Klet Brda winery is the leading producer and exporter of Slovenian bottled wine. We were thrilled to work with Klet Brda on our Slovenian Craft Wine Tasting night and are honored to hi

We are grateful to KSKJ Life for their support of Cleveland Kurentovanje. For generations, KSKJ has fostered community, cultural pride, and mutual support among Slovenian Americans. Their commitment to preserving heritage aligns perfectly with the sp

Thank you to Destination Cleveland for championing Cleveland Kurentovanje. Destination Cleveland works to elevate our city as a vibrant place to visit and experience. We’re grateful for their partnership in showcasing Cleveland’s rich cul

We appreciate the support of CLE Electric for Cleveland Kurentovanje. As a trusted local electrical contractor serving Northeast Ohio, CLE Electric powers the spaces and places where community happens. Thank you for helping energize this celebration

Thank you to Global Cleveland for supporting Cleveland Kurentovanje as a Premier Partner Sponsor! Their mission to attract, welcome, and connect international newcomers strengthens the cultural fabric of our region. We’re grateful for their par

We are proud to recognize Sheliga Drug as a supporter of Cleveland Kurentovanje. Sheliga is a locally owned pharmacy serving the St. Clair Superior Neighborhood since 1980. Visit the store to find virtually anything you need and say hello to some of

Thank you to AMLA (American Mutual Life Association) for sponsoring Cleveland Kurentovanje. With a longstanding commitment to supporting families, heritage, and community traditions, AMLA plays an important role in preserving Slovenian culture for fu

A heartfelt thank you to Collision Bend Brewing Company for their generous support of Cleveland Kurentovanje as our Presenting Brewery Sponsor! Known for craft beer, great food, and one of the best brewery atmospheres, Collision Bend embodies the vib

We are grateful to Senator Nickie Antonio for supporting Cleveland Kurentovanje at the Leadership Level! A dedicated public servant and champion for Ohio communities, Senator Antonio understands the power of culture, heritage, and civic engagement in

Thank you to the Ohio University Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service for sponsoring Cleveland Kurentovanje at the Leadership Level! The School was instrumental in bringing the “Together We Can Do It!” George Voinovich exhibi

Thank you to everyone who bought tickets for the Mini Kurent Raffle! Congratulations to our winner, Claudette Carlson! 🎉🎉🎉

Thank you to everyone who entered our 50/50 Raffle! Congratulations to our winner, Eileen Cassidy! She’ll be taking home a cash prize of $1109!

The Pokop Pusta closing ceremony marks the end of Cleveland Kurentovanje. Winter has been scared away and we are ready for Spring!
Mark your calendars for the 15th Annual Cleveland Kurentovanje on February 6, 2027!

We came. We saw. We scared away Winter.
Thank you to everyone who joined us today for the 14th Annual Cleveland Kurentovanje Festival!