ENNISCZECHHERITAGE

The Czech experience extends beyond the Polka Fest to the churches, civic groups and family-owned restaurants and other businesses that cater to life in Ennis. The Ennis News regularly features cultural and historical news items about Czech heritage. But the parade and accompanying activities and entertainment are the big attraction once May rolls around.

The National Polka Festival® in Ennis celebrates years of Czech heritage from Friday through Sunday, May 26-28, 2023.

Held annually on Memorial Day Weekend, the National Polka Festival offers activities for the whole family in the small town atmosphere of The Bluebonnet City.

The festival kicks off with a dance on Friday, featuring polka music and the King and Queen Dance Contest, in which participants and audiences are encouraged to wear traditional Czech kroj (costumes).

On Saturday morning, floats, bands and colorful costumes make up the famous parade that twists through historic downtown. The festivities include attractions for visitors of all