Special Events

Brew, Bean & Craft Festival (not scheduled in 2023)

This microbrew/cider tasting and chili cook-off is held annually on the Sunday of Memorial Day weekend. The festival features some of the area’s best microbrews, ciders and homemade chili recipes. Admission to the Brew, Bean & Craft Festival includes a sampling of each entry, and guests are asked to cast their vote for their favorites. The “Make it, Bake It, Grow It” Craft Bazaar and live music round out the day as guests “eat, drink and be merry!”

Visit the Recreation Center Facebook page for more information about the Brew, Bean & Craft Festival.

Heritage Center Weekend

Hosted by the SNPJ Slovenian Heritage Center, Heritage Center Weekend is an event that promises something fun for everyone as we learn about the Slovenian heritage. Bring the family out for dinner in the Gostilna (club room) on Friday, stick around for the evening entertainment, then spend the night in one of our cabins so you don’t miss any of the activities on Saturday and Sunday, including the Sunday afternoon dance in the Heritage Pavilion.

Slovenefest

Slovenefest is an annual three-day event held the second weekend of July at the SNPJ Recreation Center, bringing together thousands to enjoy the food, music, culture and fun of Slovenia. For more information about this year’s festival, visit www.slovenefest.com.

National SNPJ Days

SNPJ hosts its National SNPJ Days festivities each Labor Day weekend at the SNPJ Recreation Center. In addition to the SNPJ members-only athletic tournaments scheduled throughout the weekend, National SNPJ Days activity includes evening entertainment, games for the children, and the annual National SNPJ Days Picnic.

Wine, Sausage & Craft Festival (not scheduled in 2023)

The summer activities at the SNPJ Recreation Center wind down with the Wine, Sausage & Craft Festival, an annual event scheduled in late September. Similar to our Brew, Bean & Craft Festival, admission to the Wine, Sausage & Craft Festival includes a sampling of each locally-made entry, and guests are asked to vote for their favorites while browsing through the “Make it, Bake It, Grow It” Craft Bazaar and enjoying the afternoon entertainment. Who are the best wine and sausage makers in the region? You be the judge!

Visit the Recreation Center Facebook page for more information about the Wine, Sausage & Craft Festival.