Children's Winter Holiday Fair

Come one, come all to the Children's Winter Holiday Fair - a delightful event that brings the joy and festive traditions of Eastern Europe to San Francisco.

Bring the whole family for an afternoon filled with holiday dance performances in Russian and English and traditional Eastern European food. Your kids will enjoy hands-on crafts, activities and book give-aways alongside tasty homemade treats. Parents can sip on warm mulled wine while browsing our collection of artisan crafts and gifts.

For a finale, Father Frost will join us and celebrate the coming of the season. Every child 12 and under will receive a surprise gift bag and take a photo with the big guy. Don't miss this chance to revel in the holiday spirit and take home some wonderful memories!

Proudly presented by Russian Center of SF and San Francisco Pacific Academy.

Event Schedule

1:00 - 1:45 | Doors Open

Celebrate the magic of the season with us! Enjoy a variety of children's activities, craft vendors, delicious food, mulled wine, and bake sale before our first performance. Browse a fascinating exhibit about the world-reknowned book, The Humpbacked Horse, or a special children's book giveaway hosted by the San Francisco Public Library.

1:45 - 2:15 | Act l: Winter Gifts and New Year Wishes

A festive holiday play, concluding with an interactive circle dance for children and attendees. Performed by students of the San Francisco Pacific Academy.

2:15 - 3:00 | Intermission

Children's activities, craft vendors, exhibits, food and beverages will be available.

3:00 - 3:30 | Act ll: Winter Dance Recital

A selection of dances performed by Russian Center Dancers, Bulgare Club, and Sukachov Dance Academy.

3:30 - 5:00 | A Visit from Father Frost

Children will enjoy receiving gifts and taking photos with Father Frost. Children's activities, craft vendors, exhibits, food and beverages will be available for the duration of the event.

Event Sponsor

• San Francisco Public Library is hosting a special book giveaway! They'll have a wide variety of brand-new children’s books for all ages — from Pre-K to 12th grade — in English. Plus, they will offer a wonderful selection of children’s books in Russian to celebrate and support our multilingual community.

Children's Activities

• Ershov Foundation: Illustrations and historical material about the popular fairy tale, The Little Humpbacked Horse
• Russian House Kedry: Children's games
• San Francisco Public Library: Coloring fun
• Slavic Voice: Slavic folk art coloring, Make your own Matryoshka, Write your own Slavic Winter Story
• Sts. Cyril & Methodius School: Children's activity kit

Craft Vendors

• Little Red Kerchief: Handmade jewelry
• PoppyMak Designs: Handmade jewelry
• RussFolkArt: Slavic gifts
• San Francisco Pacific Academy: Desserts and goodies bake sale

Food & Beverage

• Select from a variety of piroshki or a bowl of hearty borscht
• Sip on hot coffee, tea, or mulled wine
• Enjoy sweets and treats at our bake sale

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Host or Publisher Russian Center SF & San Francisco Pacific Academy