Krakow Honeyfest: A Celebration of Honey and Bees at Wolnica Square
September 8, 2023
Join us from September 8-10 at Wolnica Square. Discover beekeeping tradition, taste honey, and enjoy the Bee Parade!
Krakow Honeyfest: A Celebration of Honey and Bees at Wolnica Square
As autumn leaves start to color and the sun shines more gently over the Krakow sky, locals and tourists gather at Wolnica Square to honor tradition and taste the golden nectar. From September 8–10, Wolnica Square will become the beekeeping hub, thanks to the Krakow Honeyfest - an event that has been cherished by the people of Krakow for nearly three decades.
Organized by the Association of Krakow Beekeepers, Honeyfest is not just an opportunity to buy honey but also a meeting point with the tradition and culture of beekeeping. It's primarily an educational event aimed at raising awareness about the importance of bees in our ecosystem.
For many, the main attraction is the opportunity to purchase natural bee products. Local beekeepers offer a wide range of products - from traditional honey, through pollen, to propolis. It's a unique chance to try different types of honey and uncover the secrets behind its production.
But Krakow's Honeyfest is not just about honey. The organizers have prepared a rich program full of attractions. Concerts, workshops, lectures – to name just a few. Of special note are the initiation of young beekeepers and the blood donation drive set for September 9 at the Ethnographic Museum.
Bee Parade
One of the most anticipated items on the agenda is the Bee Parade. On Saturday, locals and tourists can marvel at the colorful procession of participants dressed as bees and other related characters. Participants' creativity knows no bounds, resulting in incredible and imaginative costumes year after year. The parade will start from the Adam Mickiewicz monument at 12:00 PM and journey down the Royal Route towards Wolnica Square.
Program
September 8, 2023
Bee Products Fair 9:00 - 19:00, Wolnica Square Inviting you to the stalls of local apiaries for tastings and purchases of delicious, natural bee products directly from beekeepers.
Invite a Bee to Your Garden 12:00-18:00, Wolnica Square Exchange bottle caps for nectar-producing plants - the campaign will take place on Friday until 6 PM or while stocks last. We have 250 seedlings to give away.
Official Opening of the 30th Krakow Honeyfest 17:00, Krakow City Hall, All Saints Square, Portrait Room The program includes:
A tale about bees - Martyna Walerowicz, an author of many books for beekeepers and bee enthusiasts, will debunk myths and confirm facts about bees in her speech titled "Facts and Myths".
Melody from the "Piwnica pod Baranami" performed by the wonderful artist, composer, and singer Tamara Kalinowska, associated with the literary cabaret "Piwnica pod Baranami".
Street Artists Review 17:00 - 19:00, Wolnica Square Specially for you, performers who showcase their musical talents on the streets of Krakow daily will be present.
September 9, 2023
Bee Products Fair 9:00 - 19:00, Wolnica Square Delight in the stalls of local apiaries with tastings and purchase opportunities of natural bee products straight from the beekeepers.
Blood Donation Drive 10:00 - 15:00, Wolnica Square - Ethnographic Museum A joint initiative by Beekeepers and RCKIK in Krakow. From 10:00 - 15:00, there's a chance to donate blood at the Ethnographic Museum at Wolnica Square. At 15:30, the Blood Donation Drive finale and a prize raffle take place.
Bee Parade 12:00 - 13:30, Main Market Square - Wolnica Square Starting at the Adam Mickiewicz monument at the Main Market Square, a procession of colorful masqueraders traverse the streets of Krakow. From 13:00-13:30, a contest to select the best bee costumes among parade participants will be held. Many attractive prizes for the most intriguing costumes await!
Animations for Kids 13:30 - 16:00, Wolnica Square Enjoy fun activities for children, face painting, and soap bubbles.
Concert by the Inter-school Song and Dance Ensemble "Krakowiak" 12:00 - 12:30, Wolnica Square Come witness a performance by one of Poland's largest inter-school folklore groups.
Workshops for Kids 11:00 - 16:00, Wolnica Square During these short, 20-minute classes, create neat "M2" attic spaces for mason bees and gold-eyed bees. Each participant takes their creation home.
Finale of the Street Artists Review 17:00 - 19:00, Wolnica Square
September 10, 2023
Bee Products Fair 9:00 - 19:00, Wolnica Square Come by the stalls of local apiaries for more tastings and purchases of delicious, natural bee products.
Beekeepers' Holy Mass 11:00 - 12:00, Wolnica Square Taking place at the Corpus Christi church right by Wolnica Square. We invite you to the beekeeper's mass, followed by a procession from the Church to the Krakow Honeyfest stage, accompanied by the orchestra of the University of Science and Technology in Krakow.
Initiation of Young Beekeepers 12:00 - 13:00, Wolnica Square A ceremonial inclusion of new beekeeping adepts into the Association of Krakow Beekeepers.
Concert by the Song and Dance Ensemble "Krakowiacy" 14:00 - 16:00, Wolnica Square The "Krakowiacy" ensemble, operating continuously since 1951, showcases in its program the folklore of many Polish regions, with special emphasis on the Krakow region.
Workshops for Kids 11:00 - 16:00, Wolnica Square Create another set of the "M2" attic spaces for mason bees and gold-eyed bees during these short, 20-minute sessions.
Photography Contest Finale 17:00, Wolnica Square Awarding of diplomas and the main prize, along with the audience's choice award.
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
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.
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
Duration: 1h - 2h
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