Russian Festival Matryoshka
The largest Russian and Eastern European cultural festival in North America
2003–2010 · Canada's Wonderland, Toronto
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For eight years, the Russian Festival Matryoshka brought together thousands of visitors each August at the Kingswood Music Theatre in Canada's Wonderland. A celebration of heritage featuring major Russian and Eastern European performers, traditional dance, cuisine, and artisan crafts.
The festival showcased the Miss Matryoshka and Mr. Bikini pageants, the Be a Star kids contest, the Most Adorable Kid competition, and a music talent show — all alongside full access to Canada's Wonderland rides and attractions.
Featured Performers
- Avraam Russo 2007, 2008, 2010
- Vakhtang Kikabidze 2006
- Svetlana Portnyansky 2010
- Svetlana Medyanik 2010
- Era Chorna 2010
- Mikhail Raikin 2007, 2008, 2010
- Sisters Rose 2006
- Angela Buchko 2007
And many more…
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Each site is preserved in its original state from that year, as it appeared to visitors at the time.