On November 11, 2026, numerous celebrations of National Independence Day will take place in Warsaw. Residents will be able to participate in sporting, cultural, and patriotic events organized, among others, at the Cytadela Warszawska and on Krakowskie Przedmieście.
Events at the Citadel
Celebrations at the Cytadela Warszawska, which will be open to visitors from 10:00 to 21:00, will include various initiatives. As reported by Muzeum Historii Polski, the program includes concerts, workshops, and dance performances. At noon, a military vehicle parade will take place, featuring legendary Jeep Willys vehicles and the 'Kubuś' armored tank. For military enthusiasts, an equipment presentation zone and catering options, including traditional soldier's pea soup (grochówka), have also been prepared.
Music and Sport
The main highlight of the musical program will be the 'Wspólna Niepodległa' concert, which will begin at 17:15 in the square in front of Muzeum Wojska Polskiego. Meanwhile, the 36th Independence Run (36. Bieg Niepodległości) will start at 11:11. Participants of the run, identified by a race number, are entitled to free travel on Warszawski Transport Publiczny within the boundaries of the first fare zone.
Information for Residents
Residents can also take advantage of the national cockade distribution campaign. From 10:00, a total of 10,000 of these symbols will be available at five locations (including Plac Unii Lubelskiej, Plac Wilsona, or near Rondo Waszyngtona). Additionally, to facilitate movement, a special WN bus line will be launched, connecting Plac Teatralny with the Citadel. Travel on this line will be free between 15:00 and 21:00.
