About the Festival
Twelve years of bringing Georgia to Orlando.
The Georgian Food and Cultural Festival has been an annual celebration in Orlando for over a decade, drawing more than 2,500 guests each year from across Florida and beyond. What began as a small community gathering at Saint Nina Mission has grown into one of Central Florida's most anticipated cultural events.
Our festival is a window into the heart of Georgia — its cuisine, its centuries-old polyphonic singing tradition, its vibrant folk dance, and above all, the legendary hospitality (supra) that Georgians are known for. Whether you've traveled to Tbilisi or have never heard of khachapuri, you'll leave the festival having tasted, heard, and felt something you'll remember.
Our Mission
All proceeds from the festival support Saint Nina Georgian Orthodox Mission of Orlando and the parish's outreach programs. By attending, you're directly helping a vibrant community continue its cultural and spiritual work in Central Florida.
Music, Song & Dance
Georgia's music is unlike anything else on earth. You'll hear live Georgian polyphonic singing — a three-voice harmony tradition so unique that UNESCO named it a Masterpiece of the Intangible Heritage of Humanity. On stage, our folk dance ensemble performs breathtaking regional dances from Adjara, Kartli, Svaneti, and beyond, full of leaps, spins, and dazzling footwork. As a special highlight, the beloved Trio Mandili — Georgia's internationally famous folk trio — brings their warm voices and panduri to the Orlando stage.
Wine, the Supra & 8,000 Years of Tradition
Georgia is the birthplace of wine, where grapes have been fermented in clay qvevri vessels for over 8,000 years. Sip bold Saperavi and crisp Rkatsiteli, and experience the supra — the Georgian feast led by a tamada (toastmaster) whose heartfelt toasts turn a meal into a celebration of friendship, family, and life.
A Family-Friendly Day
Bring the whole family. Children are welcomed with a dedicated kids' zone, hands-on craft activities, and lots of room to run and explore. Adults can sample Georgian wines, browse vendor stalls, and join in the dancing — no experience required.