A living educational showcase of the arts, culture and tradition that is uniquely Polish. Passing the knowledge of the culture of Poland on to our children and generations to follow is one of the greatest gifts we can share.

Polish Fest is proud to offer a variety of cultural events that give attendees a chance to experience all different aspects of Polish tradition and spirit. Whether your family history is deeply rooted in Polish Culture or you are new to Polish customs, join us in exploring the proud Polish Culture. You can learn more about Polish Culture through cooking events, Polish forums with local historians, folk art demonstrations and much more.

All year long the Polish Center of Wisconsin offers a variety of events. 

 Cultural Village

Polish Folk Arts-  Featuring folk artists demonstrating traditional Polish crafts, including spinning yarn, Polish straw, pisanki eggs, wood carving, wianki wreaths, and pająki paper chandeliers. Come join us for an All-Ages Children’s Art Activity inspired by traditional Polish Crafts!

Lauren Marie Nitka: local artist

Special Exhibit: Arthur Szyk was an unparalled artist and illuminator, a proud son of Poland, and a self-described “soldier in art.” Active in the years leading up to World War II and during the Holocaust, Szyk became one of America’s most celebrated political artists for his powerful artistic and social contributions. 

Polanki Sales Tent- Shop from an assortment of Bolesławiec pottery, Christmas ornaments, Polish recipe books, hand carved items and more.

Polish Forum Tent
Forum Speakers

Friday-
3 PM Susan Mikos - Poles in Milwaukee
5 PM Tomasz Lenkiewicz - Luminary, Statesman and Philanthrope: Ignacy Paderewski

Saturday-
1 PM Dr. Anne Gurnack - Poland's Response to the Ukranian Refugee Crisis: The Warsaw Experience
3 PM Tomasz Lenkiewicz - Luminary, Statesman and Philanthrope: Ignacy Paderewski
5 PM Dr. Neal Pease - Baseball with a Polish Accent: Polish American and the National Pastime

Sunday-
1 PM Ewa Barczyk - Footprints of Polonia
3 PM Julie Lenkiewicz - Arther Szyk: Soldier in Art

Cooking Demonstrations-

Anna & Mark Hurning of "Polish Your Kitchen" along with Chef Joe Parajecki will be presenting all weekend long

Polish Sheepdogs- Poland’s Highland Tatra dogs will be wagging their tails to greet you at Polish Fest once again.
Look for them on the lakefront side of the Cultural Village. These remarkable dogs will be in the village during the day.