Csipkebogyó Lekvár (Rose Hip Jam) Festival in Kalotaszentkirály
A rose hip branch adorned the entrance to the village hall
A rose hip branch adorned the entrance to the village hall
Our last night in Romania was spent in Kalotaszentkirály. The evening
began with a large dinner together, then on to a wonderful evening of music and dancing. The guest of honor at the celebration was rose hip jam. The village hall was decorated with rose hip branches above the doorways and on the walls. The whole village turned out for the event, which began with the announcement of the winner of the rose hip jam competition. Prizes were awarded for the top five entries. Next came the folk dancing show. Different age level groups showcased their fancy steps and traditional clothing.The first dancers were the older and more accomplished ones in the group. In the background you could see the faces of younger dancers peeking through the curtains and watching in amazement.
a short clip from the opening dance
Eventually the younger children danced too and before long the show was over and it was time for everyone to put on their dancing shoes.
curtain call for the performers
The musicians spread out across the stage and anyone interested moved towards the front of the hall for a crash course in some basic steps. The music and dancing went on well into the morning hours.
the musicians
Throughout the evening dancers would show off their steps for the crowd. This boy in particular loved the spotlight.
