The first weekend of August brings a varied programme of events across Chorzów, with opportunities to enjoy live music, contemporary art, family activities, outdoor performance and some of the finest traditional flavours from across the Silesian region. If you are in the mood for a relaxed afternoon or a full weekend of exploring the city, there is something for every age and interest.
Friday 31 July: Music, Art and Live Radio on Chorzów Market Square
Chorzów's Market Square becomes the centre of attention on Friday evening as the latest edition of Galerie Wolności combines visual arts, live music and radio broadcasting in the heart of the city.
The evening begins at 6.00 pm in Pavilion A with a concert by band Szklane Oczy, before the spotlight moves to the Market Square where Radio 357 broadcasts its popular Lista Piosenek (Song List) programme live from Chorzów. Hosted by Marcin Łukawski, the special outside broadcast gives visitors the chance to experience the atmosphere of a live radio show while enjoying music alongside fellow listeners.
The evening also includes the opening of the exhibition "At High Noon", adding a contemporary artistic element to the event and continuing the city's Galerie Wolności series.
Event details
- Date: Friday 31 July
- Time: 6.00 pm to 10.15 pm
- Location: Chorzów Market Square and Pavilion A
- Admission: Free
Saturday 1 August: Family Fun at the Library
Families with younger children can enjoy a relaxed Saturday morning at the Municipal Public Library, where a programme of games, reading and creative activities has been organised.
Visitors can choose from a wide selection of board games, take part in shared reading sessions on the library's green reading area, enjoy colouring activities and challenge themselves with puzzles designed for different age groups.
Since places are limited, advance booking is required.
Event details
- Time: 11.00 am
- Venue: Municipal Public Library, Branch No. 2, ul. Ryszki 11A
- Admission: Free with advance registration
Saturday Evening: Outdoor Dance and Music Performance
As the sun sets, Skwer Mahatmy Gandhiego provides the backdrop for WYSPY (Islands), an open-air production by the CAVILLE ensemble.
Combining original live music, dance and striking visual effects, the performance explores themes of time, personal growth and change through an immersive theatrical experience. Inspired by the concept album of the same name, the production blends its "Day" and "Night" chapters into a single performance designed specifically for an outdoor setting.
The event promises an atmospheric summer evening, inviting audiences to reflect, celebrate creativity and enjoy live performance beneath the open sky.
Event details
- Time: 8.00 pm
- Venue: Skwer Mahatmy Gandhiego, ul. Gałeczki
Sunday 2 August: Traditional Flavours Return to the Open-Air Museum
The weekend concludes with one of Chorzów's best-loved annual events as the Upper Silesian Ethnographic Park hosts the Traditional Products Fair (Jarmark Produktów Tradycyjnych).
Running from midday until early evening, the event showcases regional food producers, traditional crafts and local artisans, offering visitors the chance to discover authentic flavours from across the region.
One of the highlights is the 25th final of the Our Culinary Heritage – Flavours of the Regions competition, where the best traditional food product and signature regional dish from the Silesian Voivodeship will be selected.
Well-known Silesian chef Remigiusz Rączka will host two live cooking demonstrations, complete with tastings, while visitors can browse stalls selling local cheeses, honey, baked goods, preserves and handcrafted products.
Families will also find plenty to enjoy, with hands-on workshops including traditional flatbread baking, grain art and the creation of lavender-infused salt and sugar. Throughout the day, talks exploring the history and traditions of regional cuisine will offer additional insight into Silesia's rich culinary heritage, while live folk music creates a welcoming festival atmosphere.
Food will also be available from Karczma u Brożka and local rural women's associations, ensuring nobody leaves hungry.
Event details
- Date: Sunday 2 August
- Time: 12.00 pm to 6.00 pm
- Venue: Upper Silesian Ethnographic Park, Parkowa 25
- Tickets: Available online and at the museum ticket office
A Weekend Full of Variety
From contemporary culture in the city centre to family-friendly activities, open-air theatre and one of the region's leading celebrations of traditional food, Chorzów offers plenty of reasons to spend the weekend. Whether you are discovering local artists, enjoying a live broadcast, introducing children to creative activities or sampling authentic Silesian cuisine, the city has a packed programme to round off the first weekend of August.
