Festivals in Poland

Festivals

Season or date: Winter period (November–February)

Warsaw's winter tradition illuminating Baroque palace and gardens.

Season or date: June 23

Medieval-origin city festival enjoying beer in sync with City Hall's goat clock mechanism.

Season or date: First weekend of June

Family-friendly event recreating Wawel Castle's legendary dragon with giant balloons.

Season or date: August

Maritime festival where large sailing ships from around the world gather along the Oder River.

Season or date: Late July

Europe's largest outdoor rock festival with free admission.

Season or date: Every 5 years in October

World-class music competition serving as a gateway for young pianists.

Season or date: Before Lent

Winter carnival beginning with pączki on Fat Thursday and continuing with masquerade balls.

Season or date: Midsummer Eve

Ancient Slavic summer festival of floating flower wreaths on rivers for love divination.

Season or date: Corpus Christi Day

Catholic procession with streets covered in flower petals and children participating.

Season or date: December

Winter events in old towns of each city featuring amber items and honey wine.