Description
The Slovenian Union of America
Centennial Celebration and National Convention
Thursday and Friday, July 30 and July 31, 2026
Fortune Bay Resort Casino
Tower, Minnesota
Saturday, August 1, 2026
Minnesota Discovery Center
Chisholm, Minnesota
Join the celebration as the Slovenian Union of America marks 100 years with a long weekend of Slovenian spirit in Minnesota’s scenic Iron Range. The Slovenian Union rolls out the barrel and the red carpet with unforgettable experiences, Slovenian-style. It’s more than just a party and convention. Enjoy three days of accordions, klobasa, culture and camaraderie as you tap into your Slovenian side.
Fortune Bay Resort Casino awaits you with deluxe rooms and a world of family-friendly activities on beautiful Lake Vermilion. Choose from golf, water sports, indoor pool, a sauna and more.
Anyone attending the SUA convention must complete a basic registration. Registration provides you with access to events, access to free presentations, Heritage for All, and the ability to pay for ticketed add-ons. All events are first come, first serve and subject to room availability.
If not a member, considering becoming one and enjoying the financial benefits during registration!
Ticketed options to add to your fun!
Welcome Event. Thursday, July 30 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm. Check into Fortune Bay and then meet and greet your SUA friends at the Dobrodošli welcome reception with the Bois Forte Band of Chippewa, appetizers, music and cash bar.
SUA Convention Banquet. Friday, July 31, 6:00 pm – 10:30 pm. Thrill to the gala Centennial Banquet, an elegant evening of fine dining and Slovenian entertainment with a ballroom social hour, program, cash bar, music, and dancing. If you have desired seat-mates for the banquet, please email Denise Bartlett at denisebartlett@wi.rr.com.
Zarjafest. Saturday, August 1, 11:00 am – 8:30 pm. Explore the fascinating Minnesota Discovery Center, with a history museum, Slovenian music and dancing, topical talks, and genealogy research, plus hiking, biking and canoeing. Bus transportation will be provided from Fortune Bay to the Discovery Center.
Camp Heritage for All (Age 6-106). Friday morning, July 31. Bring the kids to Camp Heritage for a day of Slovenian-themed fun at Fortune Bay and at Zarjafest. A release form will be required for any under 18. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult or older sibling. Release Form Download.
