Live cultural experience in Warsaw
PolkLore
A Polish Folk & Heritage Show in Warsaw
PolkLore is a live Polish heritage show in Warsaw combining dance, legends, history and AI-generated cinematic visuals. Together, these elements create one unforgettable evening near the Old Town.
First, six dance chapters guide the audience through one thousand years of Poland: from early legends and royal courts to Warsaw, resilience and modern life.
Live dancers in traditional Polish costumes performing at PolkLore in Warsaw
Approx. 60 minutes
English narration & subtitles available
Live dancers + cinematic AI visuals
Historic Warsaw venue
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One minute. One thousand years of Poland.
See how history, legends, living dance and cinematic imagination meet on one Warsaw stage.
The show
Poland is not explained here. It is felt.
Instead of another city tour, PolkLore invites visitors into a living story of Poland. During one evening, live performers lead you through legends, historical turning points, traditional costumes and rhythms that still belong to Polish celebrations today.
Meanwhile, AI-generated cinematic images build a visual world for the story: forests, royal courts, old Warsaw, memory and rebirth. However, the dancers remain the living heart of the experience.
What the evening includes
- Six dance chapters inspired by Polish history
- Live performers in traditional costumes
- Legends and accessible historical storytelling
- AI-generated cinematic stage visuals
- Clear narration and subtitles for international guests
The experience
Everything you need for a memorable evening
A compact cultural programme designed to be beautiful, understandable and easy to include in a Warsaw visit.
Live dance
Real performers bring the rhythms, costumes and emotions of Polish dance directly onto the stage.
Cinematic visuals
AI-generated imagery creates atmospheric worlds for history, legends and the changing face of Poland.
Easy to follow
The narration is clear and accessible, created especially for international visitors.
Historic location
The show takes place near Castle Square, in the historic centre of Warsaw.
Six chapters of Polish heritage
History told through dance
In PolkLore, each dance becomes a chapter of history. Then, from the gentle Kujawiak of early Poland through the proud Krakowiak, the noble Polonez, the fiery Mazur, the joyful Polka and the unstoppable Oberek, the evening follows Poland across centuries.
The result is a danced timeline: one thousand years of history told through movement, music, legends and cinematic images.
A visual timeline of the evening: six dances, six historical moods, one story of Poland.
Kujawiak
Legend, Faith and Love
A soft, emotional dance that opens the story with intimacy, origins and the power of connection.
Krakowiak
Courage, Glory and Joy
Energetic, proud and bright, it brings the spirit of Kraków, kings and legends to life.
Polonez
Power, Elegance and the Royal Court
A dignified dance of order, ceremony and noble grace, still present in Polish tradition today.
Mazur
Freedom, Memory and Hope
Sharp, passionate and full of fire, it carries the memory of a nation that refused to disappear.
Polka
Joy, Modernity and Warsaw
Light, social and full of urban sparkle, it brings the audience into the rhythm of a living city.
Oberek
Resilience and Triumph
Fast, joyful and unstoppable, it closes the evening with movement, energy and life.
Languages & subtitles
You will understand the story
PolkLore is designed for international visitors. Therefore, you do not need to know Polish history or speak Polish to enjoy the evening.
English performance
Narration in English with subtitles in both English and Polish.
Polish performance
Narration in Polish with English subtitles for international guests.
Tickets & dates
Plan your evening with PolkLore
Tickets for this Polish heritage show in Warsaw are now available online through our official ticketing partners:
Biletyna and Ticket Tailor.
Booking in advance is recommended to secure your seat.
Summer 2026 season
Performances in July, August and early September
Regular ticket
80 PLN
Standard admission
Senior 60+
65 PLN
For guests aged 60 and over
Under 18
50 PLN
For children and youth aged 8–17
Children under 8 may attend free of charge when accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Online tickets are now available.
Tickets may also be available at the venue before the show; however, we cannot guarantee availability.
For the best booking experience, international guests can buy tickets through our English Ticket Tailor page. A Polish booking page is also available, and Polish-speaking guests can also book through Biletyna. You can pay on site by card or BLIK if tickets are still available.
Best price when booking directly.
Upcomming Summer 2026 show dates
Choose your date and language version. English-language performances include English and Polish subtitles. Polish-language performances include English subtitles.
| Date | Day | Time | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 July 2026 | Thursday | 18:00 | English 🇬🇧 |
| 16 July 2026 | Thursday | 19:30 | English 🇬🇧 |
| 23 July 2026 | Thursday | 18:30 | English 🇬🇧 |
| 25 July 2026 | Saturday | 15:00 | 🇵🇱 po polsku (in Polish) |
| 25 July 2026 | Saturday | 16:30 | English 🇬🇧 |
| 30 July 2026 | Thursday | 18:00 | English 🇬🇧 |
| 30 July 2026 | Thursday | 19:30 | 🇵🇱 po polsku (in Polish) |
| 1 August 2026 | Saturday | 11:00 | 🇵🇱 po polsku (in Polish) |
| 1 August 2026 | Saturday | 12:30 | English 🇬🇧 |
| 7 August 2026 | Friday | 18:00 | 🇵🇱 po polsku (in Polish) |
| 7 August 2026 | Friday | 19:30 | English 🇬🇧 |
| 8 August 2026 | Saturday | 15:00 | 🇵🇱 po polsku (in Polish) |
| 8 August 2026 | Saturday | 16:30 | English 🇬🇧 |
| 14 August 2026 | Friday | 18:00 | 🇵🇱 po polsku (in Polish) |
| 14 August 2026 | Friday | 19:30 | English 🇬🇧 |
| 15 August 2026 | Saturday | 15:00 | 🇵🇱 po polsku (in Polish) |
| 15 August 2026 | Saturday | 16:30 | English 🇬🇧 |
| 21 August 2026 | Friday | 18:00 | 🇵🇱 po polsku (in Polish) |
| 21 August 2026 | Friday | 19:30 | English 🇬🇧 |
| 22 August 2026 | Saturday | 15:00 | 🇵🇱 po polsku (in Polish) |
| 22 August 2026 | Saturday | 16:30 | English 🇬🇧 |
| 28 August 2026 | Friday | 18:00 | 🇵🇱 po polsku (in Polish) |
| 28 August 2026 | Friday | 19:30 | English 🇬🇧 |
| 29 August 2026 | Saturday | 15:00 | 🇵🇱 po polsku (in Polish) |
| 29 August 2026 | Saturday | 16:30 | English 🇬🇧 |
| 3 September 2026 | Thursday | 18:00 | 🇵🇱 po polsku (in Polish) |
| 3 September 2026 | Thursday | 19:30 | English 🇬🇧 |
| 5 September 2026 | Saturday | 15:00 | 🇵🇱 po polsku (in Polish) |
| 5 September 2026 | Saturday | 16:30 | English 🇬🇧 |
The venue
An evening in historic Warsaw
PolkLore takes place at Dom Literatury, a cultural venue on Krakowskie Przedmieście, close to Castle Square and the Royal Castle.
As a result, you can easily combine the show with an afternoon walk through the Old Town or dinner in central Warsaw.
Dom Literatury
Krakowskie Przedmieście 87/89
00-079 Warsaw, Poland
Real performers. Real cultural practice. A story told from within the tradition.
Created with real experience
Created by people who live Polish culture
PolkLore grows from years of work with Polish folk culture, live performance and cultural storytelling. Behind the show are performers and organisers connected with SWATY Folk Ensemble, a Warsaw-based group presenting Polish traditions on stage and for international audiences.
PolkLore also builds on experience gained through Szlachtograjka, an earlier historical performance project combining live actors, costumes and visual storytelling.
This is not culture designed from a distance. It is created by people who know the movement, the costume, the music and the emotion behind the traditions they present.
SWATY Folk Ensemble
A Warsaw-based folk ensemble presenting Polish dances, wedding traditions and noble-style performances in authentic costumes. SWATY provides the live performance experience behind PolkLore.
Szlachtograjka – Previous Historical Project
A completed historical performance project combining live actors, noble costumes and projected storytelling. Its stage language and visual approach helped shape the experience now developed further in PolkLore.
PARTNERS
Supported by our Patrons and Partners
PolkLore is supported by Polskie Radio RDC “Radio dla Ciebie” as a Media Partner. This cooperation helps us reach audiences interested in culture, Warsaw, regional identity and meaningful ways of telling Polish stories today.
As part of this cooperation, creator of PolkLore, was invited to speak about the show in an RDC radio interview. The conversation introduced the idea behind PolkLore: presenting Polish heritage, dance, legends and history to visitors in Warsaw through live performance and modern cinematic visuals.
PolkLore is a member of the Friends of Pola Club, a community connected with the Polish app Pola, which promotes conscious choices and Polish products.
Pola has also published an article about PolkLore, presenting the show as a modern Polish cultural brand that tells one thousand years of history through dance, legends, live performance and AI-generated cinematic visuals.
Go2Warsaw, Warsaw’s official tourist information portal, recommends PolkLore & History and features our performances in its official Warsaw events calendar, helping visitors discover Polish heritage through dance, legends and live storytelling.
Online presence
Reviews & social media
Find PolkLore & History on trusted travel platforms, follow our latest updates and share your experience after the show.
Reviews & booking platforms
Read guest reviews, book through selected travel platforms and help future visitors discover PolkLore after your evening with us.
Social media
Follow the making of PolkLore, behind-the-scenes materials, short videos, show updates and new performance dates.
Groups & travel agencies
Planning an evening for your guests?
For organised groups, travel agencies, institutions and companies, we can arrange dedicated performances individually, subject to venue availability.
Practical questions
Good to know before your visit
How long is the show?
The performance lasts approximately 60 minutes.
Is the show available in English?
Yes. English-language performances include subtitles in both English and Polish. In addition, Polish-language performances include English subtitles. Please check the selected performance language when booking.
Will I understand the story if I do not know Polish history?
Yes. PolkLore is created for international visitors. The story is visual and easy to follow, with clear narration, subtitles, dance and cinematic imagery.
Can I buy tickets at the venue?
Tickets may be available at the venue before the show; however, we cannot guarantee availability. You can pay on site by card or BLIK. Therefore, we recommend online booking in advance through the English or Polish ticketing page.
Is the show suitable for children?
Children are welcome. Younger children may enjoy the live dancing, colourful costumes and visual atmosphere, although some historical narration and cinematic scenes may be less engaging for them. The show is primarily designed for adults and international visitors, so parents or guardians should decide whether it is suitable for their child. Children under 8 attend free of charge when accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Is the show suitable for seniors?
Yes. The show is designed as an elegant cultural evening with a clear narrative, strong visuals, subtitles and a comfortable performance length.
Need more information? Contact us or visit the dedicated page for group bookings.
Spend one evening with Poland
Come for the dance. Stay for the legends. Leave with a story of Poland that moves.