The Slovak Ball 2025 - Srdcovka

On Saturday, February 15, 2025, the Slovak-American Cultural Center proudly hosted the 31st annual Slovak Ball at The Royal Manor, bringing together our vibrant community for an unforgettable evening of culture, music, and celebration!

A night filled with love and celebration, this year’s ball showcased a special guest band from Slovakia, Kapela Srdcovka that captivated the audience with their modern take on traditional Slovak folk music and ignited the dance floor. Their performance was complemented by the Express Band, led by Marek Soltis, and featuring renowned Slovak drummer Martin Valihora, ensuring that guests were dancing all night long!

The Slovak Ball was honored to welcome distinguished guests from the diplomatic community, including the Permanent Representative of Slovakia to the United Nations, Ambassador Peter Hulényi, and his wife Tatiana, as well as the Consul General of Slovakia in New York, Milan Vrbovský. The event also welcomed Broadway star Luba Mason, a longtime supporter of the Slovak Ball, alongside her husband, the legendary 23-time Grammy and Latin Grammy winner Rubén Blades, whose illustrious career in music, film, and activism has left an indelible mark on the industry.

The Slovak Ball is not only a night of celebration but also a means of giving back to the community. One of its most significant contributions is the S-ACC Scholarship Fund, which provides opportunities for students to study the Slovak language through the Slovak Language Institute at the University of Pittsburgh. Guests had the opportunity to support this initiative through The Slovak Ball Raffle, which featured an array of exclusive prizes. The overwhelming generosity of donors and sponsors to The Slovak Ball and the Raffle makes this scholarship program possible.

The Slovak Ball remains a cherished tradition, strengthening our community’s bonds and celebrating our rich heritage. We are already looking forward to welcoming you to next year’s celebration—Feb 7, 2026!