Collective Kolo Dance
Visitors can join locals forming a circle, holding hands (arms down) and dancing the traditional kolo steps.
Vidovdan Kolo Folklore Festival
Festival folklora "Vidovdansko kolo"
Smilovac, Serbia
Jun 28, 2026ExpectedSource
On Vidovdan, June 28, the village of Smilovac holds a folklore festival of the traditional Serbian kolo dance and music. Held on the deeply meaningful holy day of St. Vitus, the festival turns the occasion into a celebration of song and the round dance.
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Smilovac Cultural Center
Smilovac, Serbia
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Vidovdan Kolo Folklore Festival
Festival folklora "Vidovdansko kolo"
Smilovac, Serbia
On Vidovdan, June 28, the village of Smilovac holds a folklore festival of the traditional Serbian kolo dance and music. Held on the deeply meaningful holy day of St. Vitus, the festival turns the occasion into a celebration of song and the round dance.
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Held on the important Serbian holiday of Vidovdan (St. Vitus Day), this festival leverages the occasion to celebrate Serbian heritage. Kolo dance is performed at major life and community events, reinforcing social bonds and collective identity. The festival serves as a modern continuation of these customs, connecting participants to Serbia’s intangible cultural heritage.
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Collective Kolo Dance
Visitors can join locals forming a circle, holding hands (arms down) and dancing the traditional kolo steps.
How to show up well
first-timer tips
Dress for the setting
Appropriate comfortable attire
Respect local boundaries
When joining the kolo, hold hands at shoulder height and step together in unison. Always be polite and follow t...
Ask before close-up photos
Ask permission
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Jun 28, 2026
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Smilovac
Central Serbia (including Belgrade)
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Families welcome
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