Welcome!

After six years, we are back to celebrate Polish culture and tradition together. We are excited to see you again in San Jose!

At the festival, you’ll enjoy:
🎶 Live music, folk dances, and special guests – Koraci and The Scarlets
🎨 Marketplace with art, jewelry, books, and Polish businesses
👧 Kids Zone with games, jumpers, face painting, bubble fun, and ice cream
🥟 Traditional dishes – pierogi, bigos, gołąbki, pork hock, and kielbasa with sauerkraut
🍰 Polish pastries – cakes, doughnuts, blueberry buns, and other sweets
🍺 A wide selection of Polish beers (bring your ID!)
❄️ Air-conditioned dining hall with seating and live-streamed stage performances

Join us and let’s create unforgettable memories together!

Our Sponsors

The Polish Festival in San Jose is made possible through the combined efforts of our Volunteers, Friends, and Sponsors. It is thanks to your generosity and hard work that we can celebrate together.

We encourage everyone to recognize sponsors listed below for their significant contributions along with more than sixty volunteers, their families and many other anonymous supporters who help make our festival possible.  Their dedication strengthens our community, preserves our traditions, and allows us to share the joy of Polish culture with others.

Thank You!

Festival Lineup - September 2025

Łowiczanie Polish Folk Dance Ensemble

Since their formation in 1975, this group has been a vibrant part of the Bay Area's Polish community. They have also actively supported other folk dance groups and the wider Bay Area community by participating in and producing events that shine a spotlight on folk culture.

On our stage at 12:45pm, 1:45pm, 2:45pm and 3:45pm.

More info at https://www.polishfolk.org

Sokoły - Łowiczanie Ensemble for Kids

SOKOLY (“Falcons” in Polish) is a team of young performers who present traditional dances and songs of Poland. The group was founded in April 2015 under the umbrella of Łowiczanie Polish Folk Dance Ensemble. Group was co-founded by Gosia Wojciechowska and Piotr Irby, but it would not have survived the covid and later years without Kasia Hudack, their wonderful music director and singing teacher.
Sokoły Ensemble welcomes kids from 5 year old and up. Their mission is to introduce children and teens to Polish folk traditions and to encourage their desire to promote Polish heritage. All performers are provided with the richly-ornamented authentic national and regional costumes of Poland.

On our stage at 12:00pm.

More info at https://sokoly.org

Chór Wujów

Chór Wujów (The Choir of Uncles) is a fun, one-off project by a group of friends who have come together to pay tribute to the golden years of Polish music. They will be joined on stage by special guests to perform a curated selection of covers that we all know and love. Get ready for a great time!

On our stage at 1:00pm.

Koraci Croatian Folklore Ensemble

Group from San Jose, California performing dances and songs from regions all over Croatia. In the Croatian language, Koraci means steps, an allusion to both the steps one takes when dancing and the strides one has to make when climbing from one level to the next.

On our stage at 2:00pm.

More info at @KoraciFolkloreEnsemble

Suchar

You might find this AI generated description of the name pretty accurate: If a band calls itself “Suchar”, especially from a place like the Bay Area where irony and art often intersect, they might be poking fun at musical clichés.

On our stage at 2:10pm.

The Scarlets

Bay-Area based teen cover band who bring a fresh life to rock music with their raw talent and fearless stage presence. With Vicki on vocals, Isabela on guitar, Daniel on bass, and Francisco on drums, they bring youthful energy and well-crafted musicianship to the stage.

On our stage at 3:00pm.

Festival Grounds

Explore our marketplace filled with Polish arts & crafts, books, t-shirts, cards and stickers. Enjoy the beauty of original intricate amber jewelry and more with unique finds!

Experience the flavor of Polish sausages and ham crafted with time-honored recipes.

Children will enjoy fair-style games, colorful face painting, and playful tattoos

Traditional Polish Cuisine

Enjoy a wide variety of delicious Polish dishes and desserts.

Our food booths and beer garden are located at the heart of the festival grounds. For a full festival feast and desserts, visit the air-conditioned dining hall.

Tickets
Food Booth purchases require tickets, available at the festival ticket booths.

Payment Options
We accept both cash and credit cards.

About Festival

Finding authentic Polish culture can be a challenge in this area, but we've got you covered! Every September, the Polish community in the South Bay throws an unforgettable celebration at St. Brother Albert's, and you're invited!

We're bringing you the very best of Poland, straight from the source. Imagine savoring delicious food crafted by master Polish butchers and bakers, enjoying the vibrant music our families have sung for generations, and witnessing dances that have been perfected over centuries.

There's something for everyone at our festival! Kids will love the jump houses, and everyone can explore a wide array of food vendors, traditional art, lively music, and captivating dance performances.

While we're famous for our hearty and delicious food (and yes, there will be plenty of it!), Poland offers so much more. Discover exquisite amber jewelry, intricate woodwork, beautiful textiles, sparkling crystal glass, and many other treasures that showcase our rich heritage.

Whether you're a familiar face or joining us for the very first time, we can't wait to welcome you like an old friend. Come and experience the warmth and vibrancy of Polish culture right here in the South Bay!

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Contact and Directions

Phone

+1 (408) 251-8490

Email

contact@polishfestivalsanjose.org

Directions

10250 Clayton Rd, San Jose, CA 95127

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