Events in Gdansk 2026 — concert, festival & fair calendar
What’s happening in Gdansk, Poland in 2026: Dominikan Market, Shakespeare Festival, concerts by Sanah, Bocellego, and Podsiadły, Mariacka Music Days. A list worth planning your stay around.
So you know when to book your apartment with more lead time.
May — the season begins
Start of the seaside season (late April/early May) — lifeguards on beaches, cafes opening along the promenade in Brzeźno. Best time to stay in Seaside — it’s quiet, prices lower than in July.
Sanah and Enrique Iglesias — Polsat Plus Arena (May 1 and 9) — two major stadium concerts kicking off the 2026 season. Apartments in Letnica booked well in advance.
Sand sculptures — Sopot Beach (from May 15) — a seasonal open-air gallery. Perfect for a weekend with kids.
June — culture picks up pace
Gdynia Design Days (June 20–28) — a design festival at PPNT Gdynia and across the city.
Our guests in Gdańsk often combine a visit with a 35-minute SKM ride.
Dawid Podsiadło — Polsat Plus Arena (June 20) — one of the major stadium concerts of the season. Apartments in Letnica fill up first.
Mariacka Music Days (all June) — concerts on Mariacka Street in Gdańsk.
Classical, jazz, world music. Free entry, exceptional atmosphere. Apartments in Bastion Wałowa are just around the corner.
Solidarity of Arts (late June/early July) — a festival at ECS, with performances on Solidarności Square. The Docks is your base.
July — peak season
Open’er Festival, Gdynia (July 1–4) — the largest music festival in northern Poland, held at the former Gdynia-Kosakowo airport. It takes place at the beginning of the month, so book your apartment in spring for this event.
Dominican Market (July 25 – August 16) — the oldest in Europe, a 765-year tradition. Stalls throughout the Main Town, concerts, parades. Book an apartment in Bastion Wałowy at least two months in advance — this is the busiest period.
Shakespeare Festival (July) — Gdańsk Shakespeare Theatre + open-air performances. Shows in natural settings of the Gdańsk Shipyard and Main Town. Tickets on sale from March.
Open Air Cinema (Summer Open-Air Cinema) — outdoor cinema at various locations, often in front of ECS. Free entry, holiday atmosphere.
August — the end of summer
Dominican Market continues (until August 16)
Andrea Bocelli — Polsat Plus Arena (August 14) — the finale of the summer stadium concert series in Gdansk, as part of the worldwide tour celebrating the 30th anniversary of the album “Romanza”. Mint Apartments in Letnica is your closest accommodation.
Summer Organ Festival in Oliwa (all August) — concerts at Oliwa Cathedral every afternoon. Entry around 50 zł.
Solidarity and Freedom Day (August 31) — anniversary events at ECS marking the 42nd anniversary of the August 1980 agreements. Doki is your base.
Beach parties in Brzeźno and Sopot — concerts, open-air cinema, sports competitions. Details published one month in advance.
September – events worth visiting specifically
Mediar Trade Fair at AmberExpo (usually September) — advertising and event industry. Business guests book with us repeatedly each year.
International Film Festival — film festival screenings at Gdańsk cinemas (Helikon, Multikino, Żak). Dozens of independent productions.
Major concerts at Polsat Plus Arena are announced well in advance throughout the year — check the arena’s current calendar before planning your stay for a specific concert. Apartments in Letnica fill up fastest during major events.
October — intimate season
Baltic Film Festival in Sopot — independent films at Sopot cinemas,
admission often free.
November — reflection, coffee, books
Gdańsk Book Fair (November, AmberExpo) — a major literary event in Pomerania. Author meetings and the latest premieres.
Coffee season — all the best cafés in Tricity are full; winter is slowly beginning. The perfect time for a stay at Bastion Wałowy with coffee in the morning and a book before bed.
December — Christmas and New Year’s Eve
Christmas Market (November 20 – December 23) — Długi Targ, Targ Węglowy
and around the Shakespeare Theatre, in the heart of Main Town. The most beautiful in northern Poland, even if less spectacular than Wrocław’s.
New Year’s Eve in Sopot — TVN/TVP concert on the pier, fireworks over the Bay of Gdańsk. Apartments in Sopot are all booked by mid-November — an alternative is Brzeźno (15 minutes by tram to Sopot).
Events at Polsat Plus Arena 2026 — Quick Listing
| Date | Event | Apartments |
|---|---|---|
| May 1 | Sanah | Seaside Letnica |
| May 9 | Enrique Iglesias | Seaside Letnica |
| June 20 | Dawid Podsiadło | Seaside Letnica |
| August 14 | Andrea Bocelli | Seaside Letnica |
| Entire season | Lechia Gdańsk matches (1. Liga, 2026/27 season) | Seaside Letnica |
We’ll announce upcoming major concerts for 2026/2027 as soon as the arena organizer confirms them.
If you’re planning a visit for a specific event — book your apartment at least 6–8 weeks in advance for large events (fairs, big concerts, New Year’s Eve), and 3–4 weeks for smaller ones. Our prices during event periods are 15–25% higher, but Booking.com/Airbnb can spike rates by 60–100% on those days, so you’ll still pay the least by booking directly with us here.
Frequently asked questions
- When is the Open'er Festival 2026 taking place?
- Open'er Festival 2026 took place from July 1 to 4 at the former Gdynia-Kosakowo Airport (Babie Doły), about 25 km from Gdańsk. It's the largest music festival in northern Poland—past headliners have included Ed Sheeran, Travis Scott, and The 1975. Organizers run free festival buses from Gdynia Główna; alternatively, take the SKM to Gdynia Redłowo station and continue from there. Tickets are available at openerfestival.pl—consider buying in advance during pre-sale.
- Does the Mystic Festival have press and photography accreditations?
- The Mystic Festival (a metal festival at the Gdańsk Shipyard, usually in June) handles media and photography accreditation through a dedicated form on the festival website. Applications typically close 4–6 weeks before the event. Details are available at mysticfestival.pl — accreditation information is posted after the full line-up is announced.
- How can I buy tickets for the Solidarity Concert on June 4?
- Solidarity Concert (Gdansk, June 4, anniversary of the '89 elections) is a cultural and patriotic event organized at the European Solidarity Centre (ECS). Some tickets are free or distributed by ECS, while others are sold for a fee via eBilet or Ticketmaster. Follow announcements from the European Solidarity Centre (ecs.gda.pl) — updates typically appear 6–8 weeks before the date.
- Does AmberExpo in Gdansk have its own ticket office and parking?
- AmberExpo Gdańsk has a ticket office at the main entrance—open during trade fairs from morning. For industry events (Mediar, Baltic Book Fair), tickets are often purchased in advance from the organizer. Parking at AmberExpo is paid but fills up quickly during major fairs—an alternative is our [apartments in Seaside Letnica](/en/lokalizacje/seaside), 300 meters from AmberExpo with private parking.
- How far in advance should I book an apartment for the Dominican Fair?
- Jarmark Dominikański (July 25 – August 16) is one of our busiest periods—apartments in the city center (Bastion Wałowa) and Seaside fill up 2–3 months before the event starts. If you're planning a stay during this time, book in May or earlier. Prices during this period are seasonal—higher than off-peak but still lower than on Booking.com or Airbnb.
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Apartments that fit this stay
Mint Apartments Seaside
- 1 bedroom
- 2 beds
- 4 guests
- 48 m²
Mint Apartments Seaside — a premium apartment in the seaside part of Gdańsk. 5 minutes from Brzeźno beach, 5-15 minutes from Polsat Plus Arena, 15-20 minutes by tram to the Old Town. Full kitchen, balcony, parking. Ideal for family, business or event stays.
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- 2 beds
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An apartment between the Gdańsk Shipyard and the sea in Letnica — 47 m², air conditioning, balcony, Caffessimo espresso maker and underground garage. Shipyard 10 minutes on foot, Brzeźno beach 15 minutes, tram to the Old Town 15 minutes. Premium finish, Smart TV, fast Wi-Fi, washing machine, fully equipped kitchen. For 2–4 guests. An address that plays both sides — history and the sea at the same distance.
Mint Apartments Premium Seaside
- 1 bedroom
- 2 beds
- 4 guests
- 44 m²
Premium apartment on Letnicka — 44 m², balcony with sea views, underground garage. Fully equipped kitchen, coffee maker, washing machine, Smart TV. For 2–4 guests. Brzeźno beach 1.3 km (15 min on foot), Polsat Plus Arena 10 min, tram to the Old Town 15 min. View from the balcony in the morning, from the sofa in the evening.
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