All you need to know before leaving home

You probably know this festival well. Until 2021, it was known as the Jagiellonian Fair. Its spirit has remained the same. It’s a joyful celebration of traditional music and crafts, set against the backdrop of Lublin’s Old Town. The programme includes a vibrant folk art fair, concerts of traditional and tradition-inspired music, hands-on workshops, a playground of old-time games and activities, as well as dances, performances, exhibitions, and presentations. We usually share the full festival schedule in early August.

For many years, the festival has taken place in the second half of August. In 2026, it will be held from 21 to 23 August, and we warmly invite you to join us.

You will find us in the streets, squares and alleys of Lublin’s Old Town and Błonia near the Castle. More information TBA as the festival’s date approaches.

Most events are free to attend, and we’ll keep you updated on any workshops that may require a fee.

Getting to the Festival in Lublin

🚶 By foot / 🚴 By bike / 🛴 By scooter

  • Head towards Błonia Meadow by the Castle – that’s where the festival takes place.

  • Cycling and scooters are not allowed inside the festival area.

  • We’ve prepared an unattended bike parking area near the grounds – just lock your bike/scooter and walk to the concert stage.

👉 City bike stations: lubelskirower.pl
👉 Bike path map: mirl.info.pl/mapa
👉 Bolt scooters: parking spots at Plac Zamkowy and Unii Lubelskiej (near VIVO!).

🚌 By bus

  • Use: jakdojade.pl/lublin/trasa/
    Set your destination to Plac Zamkowy, VIVO! Shopping Centre, or Krakowska Gate.

  • Get off at the stop Muzeum Narodowe – Zamek (right next to the festival).

  • Tickets: kiosks, ticket machines at stops, most buses, or mobile apps.
    👉 Prices: lubika.ztm.lublin.eu/cennik

🚖 By taxi

🚗 By car

  • Set navigation to Targ pod Zamkiem (Unii Lubelskiej Ave.) or Plac Zamkowy.

  • Note: most parking at Plac Zamkowy is reserved for artists. Use nearby car parks instead.

  • Paid Parking Zone (Mon–Fri, 8:00–18:00; free evenings, weekends & holidays).
    👉 Pay at ticket machines or via the CityParkApp.
    👉 Info & map: cityparkapp.pl/lublin
    ⚠️ Old Town access only with special permits.

EV charging stations:

  • Globus Lublin, Kazimierza Wielkiego 8

  • Aqua Lublin, al. Zygmuntowskie 4

  • MOSiR Łabędzia, Łabędzia 4

  • IKEA / SKENDE, al. Spółdzielczości Pracy 86 (S19 road, Białystok direction)

  • Vivo! Lublin, Unii Lubelskiej 2

  • Felicity Shopping Centre, al. Wincentego Witosa 32 (S12 road, Dorohusk direction)

🚉 From the railway / bus station (PKP / PKS)

  • Distance: 2.5 km (30 min walk)
    Exit the station → 1 Maja Street → roundabout Lubelskiego Lipca ’80 → Unii Lubelskiej Avenue → festival meadow on your left, mall on your right.

  • By bus (~15 min ride):

    • From Dworzec Lublin 52: 5, 22, 24, 52

    • From Dworzec Gł. PKP – Kunickiego 02: 6, 17, 25, 29

  • Get off at Muzeum Narodowe – Zamek.

  • Taxis & Bolt/Uber available outside the station.

✨ Tip: During the festival it’s hardest to park near the Old Town – walking, cycling, or taking public transport will save you time and stress.

Expect something extraordinary every year! Stop by our Information Point for printed programmes and expert tips—details coming soon.

The full digital programme will be available right here under the PROGRAMME tab

Have a question during the Festival? Drop by our Information Point!
Our volunteers will be there with smiles, ready to help you find your way, answer questions, and share what’s on.

And if you’d rather explore on your own, the full programme is always just a click away in the PROGRAMME tab.

If you’re planning to bring children to the Festival, we’ve got something special for them!
Head to the PROGRAMME section of our website and select “for kids” to see a full list of events designed especially for young festival-goers.

We particularly recommend a visit to Błonia near the Castle, home to Re:tradition Playground – a dedicated space for children featuring workshops, performances, and traditional games. It’s the perfect spot for kids to play, learn, and enjoy hands-on experiences throughout the Festival.

During the festival, the streets of the city can become crowded, and with so much happening, it’s understandable that it can be easy to get los

When you visit Re:tradition Playground in Błonia near the Castle, you can pick up a special wristband for your child. Just write your phone number on it and fasten it securely to their wrist. If your child gets lost, the wristband will make it much easier for someone to reach you quickly and help reunite you without delay.

Once we have selected the invited artists for The Re:tradition Festival, we work with them to finalise the necessary documentation and media permissions. Because we wait for these official confirmations to ensure all information is accurate, our artist list is updated gradually. By the end of June each year, you can find the complete directory of exhibitors under Artists > Artisans

We love pets. But because the festival attracts thousands of visitors and features intense lights and sounds, the streets can become stressful for animals.

To keep your pets safe and happy, we recommend they sit this one out, even if they are accustomed to such situations. We  leave our  four-legged friends at home.

Everyone who qualifies to take part will receive a confirmation email. When you arrive for the workshop, just give your name to the facilitator — they’ll check you off the list.

You are more than welcome to take photos at most festival events! However, please be aware that certain concerts or performances may have photography restrictions. In these cases, we will update the event description on our website, place signage near the stage, and have our MC make an announcement before the show.

When visiting the fair, please remember that each stall is a creator’s personal space. If you would like to photograph an exhibitor or their unique crafts, we kindly ask that you request their permission first

We’ve only scratched the surface. For personalised recommendations and insider tips, connect with the Tourist Inspiration Centre to start planning your perfect trip.

Jezuicka 1/3, tel. 81 533 29 1569

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They’ll be happy to help you make the most of your time in Lublin!

Please refer to: nocowanie.pl, booking.com, lubelskietravel.pl. They will help you find suitable accommodation.

A paid public toilet is available on Zamkowa Street (between Błonia and Castle Square, entrance from the Błonia side). It is open daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM. We also provide portable toilets on the festival grounds.

Terms and Conditions 2026 coming soon