Moravian Day WEEKEND
What’s Happening
&
What to Expect
UMS invites you to experience Moravian Day weekend! A vibrant celebration of our Moravian, Czech, and Slovak heritage.
Our goal is to preserve our heritage and inspire new generations by sharing the music, dances, and customs of their ancestors. Listen—or sing along—to the beautiful songs of the heartland, and watch dancers of all ages showcase their skill and passion to the lively rhythms of the polka and čardáš.
Dates:
September 19, 2026 September 20, 2026
Location:
Lithuanian World Center
14911 127th Street
Lemont, IL 60439
Saturday Night Welcoming Dance
Day OneExperience an unforgettable afternoon featuring brilliantly choreographed performances featuring performers dressed in authentic kroje (traditional costumes).
The dynamic folk dancing and heartfelt singing by our talented groups is accompanied by the renowned BAND from Moravia.
Savor true ethnic foods, share in laughter and tradition, and open your heart to the richness of our cultural heritage.
Saturday, September 19, 2026
$TBD donation at door | Students Free (TBD)
Cocktail Attire
Doors Open7:00PM
Kitchen & Bar Open7:00pm
Band Starts7:30pm
Dance Ends12:00am
Sunday Folklore Program
Day TwoExperience an unforgettable afternoon featuring brilliantly choreographed performances featuring performers dressed in authentic kroje (traditional costumes).
The dynamic folk dancing and heartfelt singing by our talented groups is accompanied by the renowned BAND from Moravia.
Savor true ethnic foods, share in laughter and tradition, and open your heart to the richness of our cultural heritage.
Highlights
Holy Mass will begin promptly at 10:00AM and will be celebrated in the Moravian dialect.The Moravian Day Folklore Performance Program begins at 2:00PM
Event Schedule
Holy Mass10:00AM
Doors Open
12:00PM
Folklore Program
2:00PM
Open Dance Floor
4:00pm
Weekend Ends
8:30PM