Poland Seasonal Travel and Holidays

National and religious holidays celebrated in Poland are marked by traditions, public celebrations, or simply rest. While some holidays in Poland offer special opportunities for visitors to learn about Polish culture, it is also important to note that traveling during these holidays may mean that shops and public offices are closed.

Easter in Poland - Polish Easter Traditions

Photos of Easter in Poland - Poland Easter Photos

Krakow Easter Market - The annual Easter market in Krakow is an anticipated affair. Buy traditional Easter souvenirs, sample seasonal treats, and enjoy springtime entertainment.

Beethoven Easter Festival in Poland - Poland's Easter Music Festival

Warsaw and Krakow offer major holiday celebrations, but many festivals are celebrated throughout Poland during the winter season.

Catholic holidays are significant markers on the Polish springtime festival calendar. Film festivals and national celebrations also occur during Poland's spring season.

Andrzejki in Poland - Learn about the custom's of St. Andrew's Day in Poland

All Saints' Day in Poland - Poland's All Saints' and All Souls' Day

Marzanna - Learn more about the drowning of Marzanna tradition in Poland, which happens on what some call Death Sunday.

Festivals and holidays occur year-round in Poland. These traditions are culturally rich and include Easter customs, Christmas rituals, saints' days, and more.

Juwenalia is a student-centered celebration in Poland. A tradition with its roots in medieval times, Juwenalia is now a student event celebrated in various Polish cities.

Wianki celebrates the midsummer solstice. Wreathes and bonfires are important parts of this Polish festival. Krakow's St. John's Eve festivities and rituals are some of the most famous in Poland.

The Poles know that the hottest months of the year are the perfect time to celebrate with enthusiasm, and they do! Traditional festivals and outdoor concerts are only some of what visitors can look forward to when they travel to Poland during the months of June, July, and August.