Dates to remember in Poland: public holidays, observances & traditions, shopping Sundays in Poland in 2026 The list of public/bank holidays in Poland in 2026 In 2026, there are the following public/bank holidays in Poland: January 1, 2026 – New Year January 6, 2026 – Epiphany April 5, 2026 – Easter April 6, 2026 –…
Skiing in Poland: where to spend ski holidays in Poland and where to learn to ski in Poland When winter starts, you can start planning your ski adventure in Poland. And the best part is that you don’t need to drive for hours south of Poland, to the mountains! You can enjoy many ski slopes all over…
January in Warsaw: ideas and tips for making the most of your winter in Warsaw Sleigh and horse carriage rides in the vicinity of Warsaw Horse-drawn sleigh rides are a unique winter attraction in Poland. Usually, they are associated with the mountains, but in the vicinity of Warsaw, we can also go for a sleigh…
Poland in January: tips for making the most of your winter in Poland Exploring Warsaw in winter: ideas for things to do For those who plan to visit Warsaw in the wintertime. Here, everyone will find something for themselves – something for those who love festive illuminations, for those interested in history, and for gourmets,…
Poland in December: tips for making the most of your winter in Poland Weather in Poland in December In 2025, astronomical winter begins on December 21 with the winter solstice – the day with the fewest hours of sunlight in Poland all year. On a positive note, starting on December 21, the days in Poland will…
December in Warsaw: ideas and tips for making the most of your winter in Warsaw Christmas markets and gift fairs in Warsaw Outdoor Christmas Market in the Old Town Location: Warsaw Old Town, the Warsaw Barbican area, opposite the Royal Castle. Sunday-Thursday: 11 am – 8 pm, Friday-Saturday: 11 am – 9.30 pm, free entrance.…
20+ ice skating rinks in different districts of Warsaw When the temperature drops in Poland, it’s time to go ice skating. Warsaw has many rinks to explore if you’re itching to strap on the blades or learn skating. And it’s not just during Christmas that you can get your skates on, as there are plenty of rink…
Christmas in Poland: traditions, family, and… food Christmas Eve in Poland (Wigilia), December 24 (a public holiday) Christmas Eve Dinner – kolacja wigilijna – is Poland’s most important Christmas celebration. Christmas Eve Dinner starts in the late afternoon or evening, depending on the family (some people visit two or more families on Christmas Eve, having…
Are you exhausted from the Christmas preparations? Is the atmosphere at home tense rather than festive? Anna Hady, a family & relationship coach, explains why it’s essential to pause, consider family members’ needs, and set relationships as the goal of pre-Christmas preparations. In daily life, we must see that it is not happiness that makes us…
Christmas markets and gift fairs in Poland: Warsaw, Kraków, Wrocław, Poznań, Łódź, Gdańsk, Toruń, Szczecin, the Katowice area 2025/2026 season Poland is already getting into the holiday spirit in November. If you are planning a Christmas shopping or a day out for the whole family, learn more about the festive markets and fairs offering classic…