Dragon Parade 2025 in Krakow – Dates, Programme and Spectacle!
May 16, 2025
The Great Dragon Parade returns to Krakow on 7–8 June 2025! Discover the full programme, locations, and highlights – including the night show on the Vistula River and a family picnic by Wawel Castle.
Dragon Parade 2025 in Krakow – Dates, Programme and Spectacle!
On the weekend of 7–8 June 2025, Krakow will once again turn into the magical city of dragons! The Groteska Theatre invites everyone to the 24th Great Dragon Parade – one of Poland’s most spectacular outdoor events. Colourful processions, an epic night-time show on the Vistula River, and plenty of family fun await!
🎥 Here’s what it looked like last year:
📅 When and where?
Saturday, 7 June:
10:00 AM – 8:00 PM – Family Dragon Picnic at the Vistula Boulevards near Wawel
9:45 PM – 11:00 PM – Grand Night Show on the Vistula River (Czerwieński and Poleski Boulevards)
Sunday, 8 June:
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM – Family Dragon Picnic at the Vistula Boulevards
12:00 PM – Great Dragon Parade (Grodzka Street to Main Market Square)
🎭 What to expect?
The Grand Night Show on the Vistula features giant flying dragons, light and laser effects, water screens and music. This year’s edition will include even more spectacular visuals, live electronic music, and enhanced stage design.
The Dragon Parade itself is a vibrant procession of more than 30 dragon puppets designed by children from across Poland. The dragons march from Planty via Grodzka Street to the Main Market Square, where a contest for the Most Beautiful Dragon takes place.
👨👩👧👦 Family Dragon Picnic
Held throughout the weekend on the Vistula Boulevards, the Family Dragon Picnic includes activity zones, workshops, games, entertainment for children, and delicious street food.
Explore Krakow in a fast, comfortable, and eco-friendly way with a Krakow City Tour by electric golf cart. This sightseeing tour is a great introduction to the city, especially for first-time visitors or travellers with limited time who want to see the highlights without long walks.
During the ride, you will explore key areas of Krakow, including the Old Town surroundings, Kazimierz – the historic Jewish district, and parts of Podgórze, where the famous Schindler’s Factory was located. A professionally prepared audio guide provides historical context and helps you understand the city’s past and character.
This electric car tour allows you to see more in less time while staying comfortable in all weather conditions, making it an easy and practical way to start exploring Krakow.
Duration: 1h - 2hAudio GuideTransportation included
Explore Wawel Castle in Krakow from the outside and understand its history, architecture, and royal significance during a relaxed self-guided walk with a professional audio guide. This tour focuses on Wawel Hill and the castle grounds, offering clear historical context before visiting the castle interiors or booking Wawel Castle tickets.
Once the former residence of Polish kings, Wawel Castle remains one of the most important landmarks in Poland. This audio tour helps you experience the site with deeper understanding – without rushing, crowds, or fixed schedules – making it an ideal introduction to any Wawel Castle visit.
Explore Krakow on a guided city tour with a licensed local guide. Walk through the city’s most iconic districts, such as the Old Town or Kazimierz, and learn about their history through engaging stories and reliable historical insights. This tour is a perfect introduction to Krakow, offering both famous landmarks and lesser-known places explained by a professional guide who is happy to answer your questions.
Duration: 2h - 3hLive guideSkip-theLineTransportation included
Enjoy a scenic Vistula River cruise in Krakow departing from the foot of Wawel Hill. Admire panoramic views of the Royal Castle, Kazimierz and historic bridges from the deck of a comfortable boat, while a professional audio guide brings the city’s story to life. One of the most relaxing and picturesque ways to experience Krakow from the water.
Duration: 1h - 2hAudio GuideTransportation included
All events are free of charge. Organisers recommend arriving early, especially for the night show. Expect traffic disruptions and changes to public transport in the city centre. Public transport is the best way to get to the event area near Wawel and the Planty park ring.
More details available at the organiser’s site: Teatr Groteska
Join a Krakow ghost tour that reveals the city’s darkest secrets after nightfall. This guided walk through the Old Town combines spooky legends, true crime stories and dark history, told in an engaging, thriller-style narrative by a licensed local guide. If you enjoy chills, mystery and a different side of Krakow, this evening experience is for you. Recommended for participants aged 15 and over.
Explore Wawel Castle in Krakow from the outside and understand its history, architecture, and royal significance during a relaxed self-guided walk with a professional audio guide. This tour focuses on Wawel Hill and the castle grounds, offering clear historical context before visiting the castle interiors or booking Wawel Castle tickets.
Once the former residence of Polish kings, Wawel Castle remains one of the most important landmarks in Poland. This audio tour helps you experience the site with deeper understanding – without rushing, crowds, or fixed schedules – making it an ideal introduction to any Wawel Castle visit.
Avoid the queues and visit the original Schindler’s Factory Museum – one of Krakow’s most important historical sites.With this fast-track ticket, you’ll explore the powerful permanent exhibition Krakow under Nazi Occupation 1939–1945, located in the real factory where Oskar Schindler worked.Discover original rooms, multimedia installations, and the story behind Schindler’s List – all at your own pace.
Step inside Oskar Schindler’s Enamel Factory in Krakow and explore the city’s history during World War II on a guided visit with a licensed guide. During the tour, you will learn about everyday life in occupied Krakow, the tragedy of the Krakow Ghetto, and the true story of a man who saved more than a thousand lives. The presence of a guide allows you to immerse yourself more deeply in the exhibition and better understand the broader historical context and the human stories behind the events.
Duration: 2hLive guideSkip-theLineTransportation included
Explore Krakow on a guided city tour with a licensed local guide. Walk through the city’s most iconic districts, such as the Old Town or Kazimierz, and learn about their history through engaging stories and reliable historical insights. This tour is a perfect introduction to Krakow, offering both famous landmarks and lesser-known places explained by a professional guide who is happy to answer your questions.
Duration: 2h - 3hLive guideSkip-theLineTransportation included
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