From the early middle ages the trade with various goods developed in Lublin thanks to a trade rout that lead through the city. Famous Lublin fairs were visited not only by the polish trade men, but also by merchants from different parts of the world.

Basing on this tradition, the twelfth edition of the Jagiellonian Fair will take place this weekend (17-19 of August). The event presents traditional culture in multiple dimensions - from folk art, through music, dance, singing, to cuisine and education.

Strolling through the streets of the Old Town you will see a lot of patterns, colours, and styles presented by the folk artists from Poland, Lithuania, Belarus, Ukraine, Slovakia, and Hungary. You will hear stories, learn about the secrets of the products, and have an opportunity to acquire them.

The main theme of this edition are laces - thanks th their artistry and beauty they have become extremely popular, both in folk art as well as in European sacral and secular art. During the Handicrafts Fair you will see a lot of techniques and pattern examples, and while visiting themed exhibitions you will see the works of the lace-makers from Koniaków, among others. If you want to give it a try, join the Summer School of Lacemaking and workshops by the stands of folk artists.

During the "Re:tradition" concert, the masters of the traditional music and young artists of Polish music scene will meet on the courtyard of the Lublin Castle. There will also be an opportunity to hear mongolian music with some French and Bulgarian influences, as well as Cypriot, Norwegian, and Marokan music. You will also hear music played spontaneously on the city streets by numerous bands and the Jagiellonian Fair Orchestra.

Especially for families, the Jagiellonian Fair Playground will function at the green area near the Castle - it will be a place for intergenerational plays and talks. Oldschool games await.

Through the simplest, traditional ways of spending free time, you will have an opportunity to experience a true meeting with another people.

The schedule of the Jagiellonian Fair: jarmarkjagiellonski.pl
Info point - Łokietka square, Town Hall.