LABOR DAY WEEKEND
SEPTEMBER 4-7, 2026
Copernicus Center, rain or shine

Discover Polish Heritage in Chicago

Immerse yourself in Polish traditions with captivating dance performances, engaging exhibitions, and a dedicated Kids Zone. An unforgettable cultural experience awaits!

America’s Largest Polish Festival

The Taste of Polonia Festival is a celebration of Polish culture, heritage, music and Old World cuisine attracting large crowds every Labor Day weekend. The first festival was held in 1980 and has now become one of the largest Polish festivals in the United States.

For four days, you can enjoy a true cultural experience that includes nonstop live music, dance performances, authentic Polish food and beer, exhibitions, local merchants, a Kids Zone filled with activities for the whole family, and much more!

Come once, and this Chicago Labor Day festival will be a tradition you’ll want to repeat every year.

Same Great Location

A neighborhood Labor Day Festival for over 40 years! Easy Expressway Access, Public Transportation, FREE Shuttle Buses.

The Food

The best of Polish cooking awaits… Polish sausage, cabbage rolls, pierogi, potato pancakes, pork cutlets, fish, kabobs, blintzes, desserts.

The Beer

The festival always features several specialty Polish beers. The INSIDE FULL BAR boasts a variety of additional (not only Polish) delights!

Music & Entertainment

The Taste of Polonia Festival features a variety of live music performances from Polish and international artists. There are also dance performances, cultural activities, and other entertainment.

TRIBUTE STAGE

By day: Polka bands will have everyone dancing!
By night: The most popular tribute and rock bands!

THEATER STAGE

By day: Cultural program includes folk dancing, symphony performances, theatrical groups, movies and more.
By night: Local entertainments and the most popular bands from Poland!

KIDS STAGE: FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY

Special kids programming and entertainment. Games and activities for the youngest of our visitors.

TASTE OF POLONIA 2026 TICKETS

Get your tickets now for Chicago’s biggest Labor Day weekend festival.

FRIDAY ONLY Tickets

$10*

VALID ONLY FRIDAY

Kids 12 and under enter for free! Kids over 12 need an “ADULT” ticket.

4-DAY PASS Tickets

$45

4-DAY PASS Tickets

Kids 12 and under enter for free! Kids over 12 need an “ADULT” ticket.

ANY DAY Ticket

$15

VALID ANY ONE DAY

Kids 12 and under enter for free! Kids over 12 need an “ADULT” ticket.

Festival Hours

Friday: 4:30 PM to 10:30 PM

Saturday: 11:30 AM to 10:30 PM

Sunday: 11:30 AM to 10:30 PM

Monday: 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM

Food, drinks, and festival grounds are available right away, but performances start later. 

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Unforgettable moments, great energy, and the best festival vibes await!