September Events in Zakopane – Sports, Culture, and Historical Remembrance
September 2024 in Zakopane promises to be exceptionally vibrant and diverse. Residents and tourists will have the opportunity to participate in numerous events that combine a passion for sports, culture, and historical remembrance. From the charitable “Run for Breath,” to music festivals, literary meetings, and commemorations of the Siberian deportees – there is something for everyone. We invite you to explore the full schedule of attractions.
9th Run for Breath in Zakopane – Let’s run together for those with Cystic Fibrosis!
On September 1, 2024, we invite you to Zakopane for the 9th Run for Breath – a charitable sporting event organized by the Polish Society for Fighting Cystic Fibrosis. This is a unique opportunity to combine a passion for sports with helping those in need. The 5-kilometer race route will lead through the picturesque corners of Zakopane, providing participants with not only a sporting challenge but also the chance to admire the beauty of the Tatra Mountains.
Everyone can participate in the run – both adults and children, regardless of fitness level. It is an event for the whole family, who can enjoy outdoor activities together. An additional attraction will be the opportunity to meet Justyna Kowalczyk-Tekieli, the world champion in cross-country skiing, who supports our initiative every year with her participation.
Each participant will receive a special starter pack, including sports shirts, commemorative medals, and race numbers with time-measuring chips. All proceeds from the run will be used to support people with cystic fibrosis across Poland. The race starts at 10:00 AM in Zakopane. Registration and more information are available on the website bieg.ptwm.org.pl. Together, we can make a big difference!
An Evening at the Red Manor: “From the Mountains to the Sea” – Meeting with Dr. Maciej Krzeptowski
On September 2, 2024, at 6:00 PM, we warmly invite you to the Red Manor villa in Zakopane for a special meeting as part of the “Evening at the Red Manor” series. This time, the Zakopane Cultural Center and the Native Culture Center will host Dr. Maciej Krzeptowski – a marine biologist, museum curator, sailor, and author of books.
Dr. Krzeptowski, a graduate of the Adam Mickiewicz University in Poznań and a former employee of the National Museum in Szczecin, will talk about the fates of sea people coming from the mountains and share his experiences from scientific research expeditions. This is a unique opportunity to learn stories connecting the world of mountains and the sea and to hear about the incredible adventures of a researcher who passionately explores the depths of the waters.
The meeting will take place in the cozy interiors of the Red Manor at Kasprusie Street in Zakopane. The organizers warmly invite everyone interested – both residents of Zakopane and tourists.
September Meeting of the Book Discussion Club in Zakopane
We invite all literature lovers to the September meeting of the Book Discussion Club, which will be held on September 2, 2024, at 4:00 PM at the Mediateka Stacja Kultura Zakopane, in the Literary Café.
This time, we will be discussing the book “Wild Silence” by Raynor Winn. It is an excellent opportunity to share your impressions from the reading and discuss the extraordinary journey the author describes in her book. This meeting is not only a chance for interesting discussions but also an opportunity to meet other literature enthusiasts.
The event is organized by the Book Discussion Club with the support of the Book Institute, the Provincial Public Library in Kraków, and the Ministry of Culture and National Heritage. Free entry.
16th International Chamber Music Festival “Music on the Peaks” in Zakopane
We invite you to the 16th International Chamber Music Festival “Music on the Peaks,” which will take place in Zakopane from September 7-14, 2024. This unique cultural event will gather outstanding artists from Poland and abroad, offering a wide program of chamber concerts in various locations in Zakopane. Below is the detailed festival program:
September 7, 2024 (Saturday), 7:00 PM
Location: Hotel Belvedere Resort and Spa, Droga do Białego 3, Zakopane Concert Host: Violetta Rotter-Kozera
Program:
- Gavin Bryars (1943) – “Jesus’ Blood Never Failed Me Yet”
- Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791) – Mass in C major “Coronation,” KV 317
Performers:
- Olga Pasiecznik / soprano
- Zuzanna Nalewajek / alto
- Juan Noval-Moro / tenor
- Szymon Raczkowski / bass
- Maciej Tworek / conductor
- Piotr Piwko / choir preparation
- Kraków Philharmonic Choir
- Beethoven Academy Orchestra
September 8, 2024 (Sunday), 7:00 PM
Location: Teachers’ Recreation and Rehabilitation Center ZNP, Ciągłówka 11, Zakopane Concert Host: Violetta Rotter-Kozera
Program:
- Kurpian Forest Songs interpreted by Adam Strug, based on traditional melodies from the Kurpie region, which are a valuable heritage of Polish folk music.
Performer:
- Adam Strug / vocals
September 9, 2024 (Monday), 7:00 PM
Location: Stanisław Ignacy Witkiewicz Theatre, Chramcówki 15, Zakopane Concert Host: Violetta Rotter-Kozera
Program:
- Karlheinz Stockhausen (1928-2007) – “Gesang der Jünglinge” for six-channel tape
- Karlheinz Stockhausen – “Harlequin” for solo clarinet
Performers:
- Barbara Borowicz / clarinet
- Bartosz Sałdan / lighting
September 11, 2024 (Wednesday), 7:00 PM
Location: Teachers’ Recreation and Rehabilitation Center ZNP, Ciągłówka 11, Zakopane Concert Host: Andrzej Sułek
Program:
- Dariusz Przybylski (1984) – “Music for a While” (World premiere)
- Jan Sanejko (1984) – “Mirabilia”
- Wojciech Widłak (1971) – “SommerMusik”
- Tyler Versluis (1989) – “Quintet”
- Renāte Stivriņa (1985) – “Bel far niente”
- Volodymyr Runchak (1960) – “Vyshyvanka”
- Peter Machajdík (1961) – “And the Air and the Ground Were Clean Again”
Performers:
- duoAccosphere:
- Alena Budziňáková-Palus / accordion
- Grzegorz Palus / accordion
- LLLeggiero Woodwind Trio:
- Maksymilian Lipień / oboe
- Piotr Lato / clarinet
- Damian Lipień / bassoon
September 12, 2024 (Thursday), 7:00 PM
Location: Teachers’ Recreation and Rehabilitation Center ZNP, Ciągłówka 11, Zakopane Concert Host: Andrzej Sułek
Program:
- Sofia Gubaidulina (1931) – “Garden of Joys and Sorrows” for flute, viola, and harp
- Tōru Takemitsu (1930-1996) – “And then I knew ’twas Wind”
- Claude Debussy (1862-1918) – “Sonata” for flute, viola, and harp
- Roman Palester (1907-1989) – “Trio” for flute, viola, and harp
- Maciej Negrey (1953) – “Paths in the Garden” (World premiere)
Performers:
- Mauris Ensemble:
- Magdalena Di Blasi / flute
- Jan Czyżewski / viola
- Adrian Nowak / harp
September 13, 2024 (Friday), 7:00 PM
Location: Teachers’ Recreation and Rehabilitation Center ZNP, Ciągłówka 11, Zakopane Concert Host: Marcin Gmys
Program:
- Frédéric Chopin (1810-1849) – “Barcarolle” in F-sharp major, op. 60
- Johannes Brahms (1833-1897) – “4 Ballades” op. 10
- Frédéric Chopin (1810-1849) – “Polonaise-Fantaisie” in A-flat major, op. 61
- Karol Szymanowski (1882-1937) – “Don Juan’s Serenade” (Masks op. 34)
- Paweł Mykietyn (1971) – “Epiphora” for piano and tape
Performer:
- Mateusz Dubiel / piano
September 14, 2024 (Saturday), 7:00 PM
Location: Hotel Belvedere Resort and Spa, Droga do Białego 3, Zakopane Immersive concert, dress code: casual Concert Host: Andrzej Sułek
Program:
- Wojtek Blecharz (1981) – “Symphony No. 3” for 200 wireless speakers
Performers:
- Susanne Fröhlich / subcontrabass flute
- Michał Górczyński / contrabass clarinet
- Weston Olencki / trombone
- Piotr Wróbel / sousaphone
- Nicolas Navarro Rueda / costumes
- Wojtek Blecharz / conducting
Note: concert duration: 165 minutes
We invite you to this intriguing musical event
The “Music on the Peaks” festival is a unique opportunity to experience chamber music at the highest level in the picturesque surroundings of the Tatra Mountains. Each concert is a unique event that will transport listeners into a world of diverse sounds and compositions. We invite you to Zakopane for this exceptional celebration of music!
Siberian Deportees Day in Zakopane: Let’s Honor the Memory of the Siberian Deportees Together
On September 17, 2024, Zakopane will host the observance of the World Day of Siberian Deportees, commemorating the 83rd anniversary of the Russian invasion of Poland. It is a special day, full of reflection and remembrance of those who experienced the tragedy of exile to Siberia.
The ceremonies will begin at 10:00 AM with a Holy Mass for the Siberian deportees at the Old Church on Kościeliska Street. Then, the attendees will proceed to the Old Cemetery at Pęksowy Brzyzek, where flowers will be laid at the symbolic grave of the Siberian deportees. In this way, we will pay tribute to all those who perished and suffered in exile.
The program also includes an artistic part prepared by students and graduates of the O. Balzer High School in Zakopane. This special artistic setting, as every year, will enrich the celebration, connecting generations in memory of the difficult fates of the Siberian deportees.
We invite all residents and tourists to participate in these celebrations. Free entry. Let us join together to honor those who were exiled to Siberia and endured unimaginable suffering. Let’s meet in Zakopane to remember and learn about the important history of our nation.
MOC GÓR Festival: Jubilee Edition Full of Mountain Inspirations
On September 21-22, 2024, Zakopane will become a true center of mountain culture during the jubilee 20th edition of the Moc Gór Festival. This unique event will be held at the Sokół Cinema on Władysława Orkana Street 2 and will gather mountain enthusiasts from around the world, offering a rich program full of films, meetings, and workshops.
The festival will open with the International Film Competition, which will last throughout both days of the event. On Saturday, September 21, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, you will be able to see the best mountain films from around the world. In the evening, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, two meetings are planned on the stage of the “Sokół” cinema, where participants will have the opportunity to meet outstanding figures from the world of mountains – details about the guests and meeting topics will be announced soon!
On Sunday, September 22, the International Film Competition will continue from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, followed by the announcement of the competition results at 2:00 PM. The festival will culminate with the decoration of the winners of the 17th ALPIN SPORT Tatra Uphill Run, which will take place at 2:30 PM.
During the Moc Gór Festival, the organizers have also prepared many activities for different age groups. The youngest participants will be able to take part in workshops on mountain safety and meetings where famous people will read books for children. Adults and youth can attend educational lectures and inspiring meetings with mountain people, while seniors can join workshops on physiotherapy and activities for older age.
We invite everyone to the Sokół Cinema in Zakopane for two days full of emotions, inspiration, and mountain magic. Reserve your seats today so you don’t miss this exceptional event! More information about tickets and the detailed program is available on the organizer’s website.
Artistic Presentations PĘPEK ŚWIATA
This September, we invite you to the 13th edition of the Zakopane Artistic Presentations PĘPEK ŚWIATA, which will take place from September 17-22, 2024. This year’s event, under the motto “In Praise of Folly – The Power of False Consciousness,” is sure to provide many inspiring and intriguing experiences.
The program will include exceptional performances prepared by renowned theaters from Poland and abroad. Participants will be able to see, among others, “Silence – Silence in Troy” by the Biuro Podróży Theatre, “Without Me, You Are Nothing” by the New Theatre of Kazimierz Dejmek in Łódź, “Clowns’ Houses” by Merlin Puppet Theatre, “The Blind” by KTO Theatre, and “The Great Sermon of Father Bernard” by Logos Theatre.
The Zakopane Artistic Presentations PĘPEK ŚWIATA is a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of theater and contemporary art. We invite all culture lovers to this full of emotion and reflection event. More information about the detailed program and tickets can be found on the organizer’s website. Don’t miss this exceptional opportunity to engage with various theatrical forms!
Reminder
Zamoyski Family – The Granary of Values
The Tatra National Park invites you to an exhibition titled “Zamoyski Family – The Granary of Values,” dedicated to Count Władysław Zamoyski, Patron of the Year 2024. The exhibition, running from May 23 to December 31, 2024, in Kuźnice, is open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and can be visited free of charge. The exhibition includes photographs from valuable collections and a unique artistic installation, adding a special character to it.
