We recommend in November
November in the Tatras this year is still attracting visitors with great weather, almost summer temperatures. Admittedly, on some days the intense wind “halny” will not let us go into the mountains – it is just extremely dangerous, but that does not mean that we will waste time in Zakopane. And we do not mean the offer of restaurants and shops, as well as permanent attractions such as thermal baths and aqua parks, however these can also be a pleasant entertainment. There is a lot going on in culture. In November, there is an accumulation of events related to the celebration of the 100th anniversary of Poland regaining its independence. It is celebrated in the whole country, and Zakopane is not an exception – the more strongly that the this town was the first area that gained autonomy in 1918. November is also the time of remembering the dead – musical and literary events named “All Souls Day” are permanently inscribed in the autumn landscape of Zakopane. There are also other spectacles, workshops, meetings and concerts related to the development of the recently created Center for Native Culture in the renovated Czerwony Dwor.
Below is a list of the most interesting events in our opinion. We are certain you will have remarkable memories of Zakopane.
With letters PL we sign those which can be not really interesting for people not knowing Polish at all, and visiting Zakopane without guide, who could be an interpreter. With letters INT( international) these are where knowing Polish language doesn’t matter so much.
5.11, at 18.00. An evening in Czerwony Dwor. Zaduszki Literackie (Literary All Souls Day). Performers – actors of the Witkacy Theater. PL
Czerwony Dwor, Kasprusie St. 27.
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The grave of Franciszek Marduła, modern in form. Most monuments on Peksowy Brzyzek are works of art. It’s worth coming here in autumn.
6.11, at 20.00. Music Trail Festival: Trebunie Tutki & Quintet Urmuli.
The band Trebunie-Tutki, valued on international stages, connected with the outstanding Georgian band Urmuli. Together, they created a unique musical project that was recorded on the album “Duch Gor” (Ghost of the Mountains”). INT
Church of St. Kazimierz, ul. Nedzy-Kubinca St. 150, Koscielisko. Tickets in the price of PLN 30.
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9.11, at 17.00. Vernissage of the exhibition “Woodcarving in the work of Polish artists 1918-2918”.
An event included in the celebration of the 100th anniversary of independence. The exhibition is open until 27 January 2019. INT
Miejska Galeria Sztuki (Municipal Art Gallery),Krupówki St. 41.
9.11, at 19:00 Screening of the documentary film “Rzeczpospolita Zakopianska”.
The film shows mostly unpublished fragments of films and photographs documenting the events of the period of the Republic of Zakopane and the functioning of the National Council, which officially took over the authorities, the army and the police in Zakopane. The writer and social activist Stefan Zeromski took over the president’s role, and the film shows, among others, his difficult relationship with Jozef Pilsudski. The director of the film is Piotr Jaworski, the creator of many awarded films and documentary series, documentaries, as well as the organizer of classical music concerts. PL
Cinema Sokol, Orkana St. 2
10.11, at 11:00. Workshops for families: Giewont or Pilsudski? Call to inquire: 533 925 111
Classes related to the legend of the most famous Tatra summit, the symbol of Zakopane. The story of the beginnings of independence in Zakopane, making of artworks depicting Giewont. PL
20th Century Art Gallery in the Villa Oksza, Zamoyskiego St. 25
10.11, at 18.00. “Niepodleglosc w moim sercu” (Independence in my heart) – a patriotic evening with a concert by Hanka Rybka and her band.
Hanka Rybka is the outstanding folk singer known in Podhale, her voice cannot be forgotten. INT Dom Ludowy, Chotarz 453, Koscielisko
10/11, at 19:00 “Wyzwolone Sny” (Liberated Dreams)
A concert of patriotic songs. Free invitations to download at www.zakopane.pl/zaproszenia. PL
Theater of St. I. Witkiewicz, Chramcowki St.15
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11.11, at 10:00 The Zakopane Independence Race.
The Main Race is played on a distance of 5 and 10 km. Accompanying events – Zakopane Integration Independence Race on the distance of 400 meters, and the Nordic Walking march on a distance of 5 km. Necessary entries on the website www.mosir.zakopane.eu. Provided cash prizes for the start in the Main Run. INT
11.11, at 11:00 – 20:00. Polish Cinema Day at the studio cinema “Kino Miejsce”
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Cinema Kino Miejsce, Orkana St.2
11/11, at 16.00. Curatorial guided tour of the exhibition “Rzeczpospolita zakopianska 1918”.
Presentation of two collections: cartoons of Kazimierz Sichulski presenting outstanding artists, politicians and soldiers staying at the Tatras during World War I during the formation of Pilsudski Legions in Podhale, as well as legionaries portraits made by Jan Rembowski. You can also see documents related to the functioning of the Zakopane authorities and organizations in autumn 1918, and photos of the city from that time. PL
20th Century Art Gallery in the Villa Oksza, ul. Zamoyskiego 25. The gallery of this day is open from 15:00 to 18:00. On other days: Wednesday-Saturday 10: 00-18: 00, Sunday 11: 00-16: 00.
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A historic building of the Construction Schools Group, where workshops on the Podhale pipes are planned. It is located next to the headquarters of the Tatra Museum, in the second line of Krupowki buildings behind the “Goralskie Sukiennice”.
15.11, at 14.00. Workshops: everything about Podhale pipes. Enrollments 661 601 651
Classes will be conducted by the esteemed in Podhale – and not only – musician, Jan Karpiel-Bułecka. An outstanding expert of this instrument, music traditions in the Podhale region, a singer, dancer, animator, storyteller. He is the initiator and organizer of well-known musical events “Muzykanckie Zaduski”, “Dudarskie Ostatki”, “Music of the Carpathians”. PL
Construction Schools Complex, Krupowki St. 8
15.11, at 18.00. A meeting with Anna Malacina Karpiel and the promotion of her book “Ku prowdziy”.
The author is a young, charismatic highlander from Poronin, a temperamental woman, but also willing to reflect. The leader of the well known Podhale and not only the Holeviaters team, fluent in dialect and living in accordance with traditional values. PL
(Gminny Ośrodek Kultury Regionalnej) Communal Center of Regional Culture, Nędzy-Kubinca St. 76, Koscielisko
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The lounge in the Kasprowicz Museum always looks as if the hosts are about to enter. It is a meeting place for lovers of poetry and literature. You can buy here various interesting publications of authors associated with Harenda, including Barbara Wachowicz, main character of the memoir meeting in November.
18.11, at 12.00. Memories about Barbara Wachowicz “I will come to the Angelus …”.
Leading Beata Denis-Jastrzębska
Evenings on Harenda have their magic, but also meetings during the day tempt with the unique atmosphere of Jan Kasprowicz’s house and the opportunity to meet exceptional people, lovers of beautiful words. Barbara Wachowicz has been associated with Harenda for many years. She passed away this year. PL
Jan Kasprowicz Museum, Harenda 12a
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22.11, at 14.00. Repetition of the workshops: all about Podhale pipes. Enrollments 661 601 651 PL
Construction Schools Complex, Krupowki St.8
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23.11, at 19.00. Łukasz Jemioła’s concert. Niemen, Zaucha, Grechuta and others …
Vocalist and guitarist, specializes in poetic song, blues, folk. He has recorded two albums with the Grammy Award winner Włodek Pawlik. INT
Villa Kmicic, Staszica St 11.a Tickets on the spot or booking on the cafe’s website.
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24.11, at 18:00 XVI Majowe Granie. (Free entrance)
Another edition of the event dedicated to the memory of Marek “Maja” Łabunowicz, a mountain rescuer and musician who died under an avalanche on the slopes of Szpiglasowy Wierch in 2001. Concert of folk groups.INT
Dom Ludowy, Chotarz 453, Koscielisko
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Old cemetery on Peksowy Brzyzek. Among the typical highlander wooden crosses the peaks of Orla Perc are shining through. It is a good place to remember those who stayed in the mountains. The symbolic grave of the outstanding mountaineer Maciej Berbeka is situated here.
24.11, at 18:30 Electronic All Souls Day. Multimedia concert.
The theme of the concert will be devoted to the blind and visually impaired. Artists also commemorate the people who loved the mountains and remained in them forever. Reflective electronic music will be accompanied by classical instruments. The whole will be enriched by poetry recited by actors and a slide show and mountain films. PL/INT
The Old Church at Pęksowy Brzyzek, Koscieliska St.4, Zakopane
24/11, at 21:00 Concert of the Nic do Ukrycia (Nothing to Hide) band
The band, whose leader is the charismatic actor of the Witkacy Theater, Andrzej Bienias. They will make the band’s own songs. Texts full of humor and reflection, plus great arrangements. Favorite group of inhabitants of Zakopane. INT
Karczma pod Gontem, Kasprowicza St. 1
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25.11, all day. Meetings of the Podhale Musicians “Dziadoncyne Granie”
This is a unique opportunity to meet the musicians (bands) from the Podhale region playing in a traditional three-person compilation, as well as listening to traditional music from Podhale, recognizing characteristics of individual towns. INT
Dom Ludowy, Kosciuszki 87, Bukowina Tatrzanska
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Czerwony Dwor is the place of many cultural events and workshops of traditional handicrafts.
28.11, at 16.00. Opening of the gallery with Podhale handicraft.
In the gallery you can buy souvenirs – products of local artists. INT
Center of the Native Culture, Czerwony Dwor, ul. Kasprusie 27.
In November, Villa Atma is closed for renovations.
On November 5-14, there will be no cable lift for Kasprowy Wierch.
Throughout the month you can admire the temporary exhibition in Czerwony Dwor, “50 years of Polish Highlanders’ walking stick”.
We invite you to read the repertoire of the Witkacy Theater at www.witkacy.pl where you can also book tickets for performances.
We also encourage you to visit permanent exhibitions in the Zakopane museums.
Anna Markiewicz
