Ever wished you could just stick a pin in the map, tap your shoes and transport yourself to somewhere exciting and faraway? To spend a day of your weekend overseas, but be back in the comfort of your own home Sunday night? Well, forget plane tickets and hanging around airports for hours - with just a short drive or train trip, you can experience all the captivating colour, sounds and aromas of a European market square right here in the centre of Melbourne!
As it has done with astounding success for seven years now, the Polish Festival at Federation Square recreates Melbourne's most iconic space into an experience straight out of Krakow's Old Town. Packed with all the things people travel the globe for, there'll be lively music and dancing, mouth-watering food and beverages as well as a plethora of unique merchandise - from T-shirts to Christmas decorations, books to jewellery, and of course travel services, should you love the recreation so much you decide to check out the original!
Down by the Yarra there'll also be the all-day Kid's Stop, where the little 'uns can get creative at their own private party, and for grown-ups, our ever-popular beer garden, offering a chance to relax in the shade and sample some of Poland's world-class ale. Up on the square's main stage, Poland's various distinct regions will be represented in a packed 7-hour program, that takes you right around the country in a whirlwind spectacle of song and dance.
All Melburnians are warmly invited to take advantage of the once-a-year travel offer on Sunday 18 November, and experience the festive and fun-loving heart of Poland in the sun-drenched surrounds of Melbourne. Unlike the travel agents, this trip is absolutely free, no insurance needed and is definitely not to be missed!