Hello, Cześć, Boozhoo, Tansi, Bonjour!

Come celebrate Roncesvalles Village, and the unique heritage of this neighbourhood, at our weekend Roncesvalles Polish Festival.

Coming this September 16 & 17, 2023, and building on the long history of the Roncesvalles Polish Festival, which include fan favourites, like Polka and pierogi, in conjunction with a fresh focus to celebrate a broader range of local artists, musicians and, of course, food.

Combining old world charm with today’s Roncesvalles Village; well-known as one of Toronto’s most vibrant, unique, and creative communities, attendees will find an amazing variety of global cuisines from local eateries, exceptional shopping, and quality services, as well as performances by talented local artists and musicians, including Indigenous programming and family friendly activities!

Whether it’s your 1st time or your 16th, we can’t wait to say Hello, Cześć, Boozhoo, Tansi, and Bonjour and welcome you to Roncesvalles Village!

Now entering its sixteenth year, the Roncesvalles Polish Festival; A Celebration of Food, Art, Music & Our Community is made possible by the Roncesvalles Village BIA; made up of more than 270 members in Toronto’s West End, serving our community of more than 16 thousand residents for over 35 years.
150
Local Shops, Boutiques, Merchants
40
Restaurants, Cafes, Bakeries, Bistros, Bars
4
Stages
40
Performances
90
Vendors + Exhibitors
6
Beverage Gardens + Extended Patios
20
Buskers
2
Family Zones - Amusement Ride Area's

Polish Heritage Month is May!

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The Legislative Assembly of Ontario established month May as the Polish Heritage Month in Ontario. So called Bill 18 was introduced as a private bill by MPP Christine Hogarth. The bill received Royal Assent on December 9, 2021 by The Honourable Elizabeth Dowdeswell.

Ontario is home for over than half million people with Polish heritage. The Polish community is one of the most numerous groups in Ontario. This great group of Canadians of Polish origin has been participating in building Canada for generations to enrich its culture and heritage and become integral part of its multicultural community. Poles raise their children as part of the Canadian community and with respect to its values. Most of the Canadian families with Polish origin want to raise their descendants also in acquaintance with the language, culture and traditions of the country of their ancestors. By proclaiming the month of May as Polish Heritage Month, the Province of Ontario recognized great impact that Polish Canadians have had on Ontario’s history, culture and community.

Polish Heritage Month will be celebrated each May, commemorating Constitution Day in Poland –  the implementation of the first democratic and progressive constitution in Europe on May 3rd, 1791. This is one of the most important dates in Poland’s  history and marks the centuries log struggle for freedom and independence by the Polish people. Polish Heritage Month is an opportunity to bring closer to Ontarians of all ages and backgrounds Polish history and traditions. Ontario is a proud region of many cultures and proclaiming May as Polish Heritage Month is reflecting core values of its habitants.

More information: https://www.ola.org/en/legislative-business/bills/parliament-42/session-2/bill-18

(Source: https://www.gov.pl/web/canada-en/polish-heritage-month-in-ontario#:~:text=By%20proclaiming%20the%20month%20of,Ontario’s%20history%2C%20culture%20and%20community & https://www.ontario.ca/laws/statute/s21037)

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Stage Schedule 2023


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Saturday September 16th, 2023

Roncesvalles Polish Festival on Roncesvalles Ave.
11:00AM to 11:00PM

Main Stage
Located near Wright Avenue
12:30 PMRADOSC – JOY VOCAL DANCE
GROUP SOKOLY POLISH SONG AND DANCE ENSEMBLE

POLISH FOLKLORE DANCE
BROUGHT TO YOU BY IRMINA KOZA
11:00 AM CRACOVIA POLISH FOLK DANCE ENSEMBLE
WISLA DANCE ENSEMBLE
11:30 AM LECHOWIA FOLKLORE DANCE ENSEMBLE
2:00 PM YOSI AND THE YINGELS
3:15 PM POLANIE
4:45 pm DR. DRAW
6:15 PM ANNA CYZON
8:00 PM IMPULSE
PRESENTED BY THE BABIAK TEAM
9:30 PM DANCING UNDER THE STARS
WITH KOMPOT

*Schedule is subject to change without notice

Scotiabank Polkamania Stage
Located near Westminster Avenue

11:00 AM DJ – 70S POLISH HITS
12:00 PM ED GUCA & THE POLISH CANADIANS
1:00 PM JOHN GORA & GORALE
2:00 PM ED GUCA & THE POLISH CANADIANS
3:00 PM JOHN GORA & GORALE
4:15 PM ED GUCA & THE POLISH CANADIANS
5:00 PM RECORDED POLISH MUSIC
6:15 PM POLKA FAMILY
7:15 PM PHOCUS
8:15 PM POLKA FAMILY
9:15 PM PHOCUS
10:15 PM POLKA FAMILY
Marion Stage
Located near Marion Street

11:00 AM HMCS YORK BAND
12:30 PM THE SEVENTH TORONTO REGIMENT RCA BAND
2:00 PM THE QUEEN’S OWN RIFLES OF CANADA BAND AND BUGLES
3:00 PM POLSKIE KLIMATY
3:45 PM DJ DOMENIC
8:00 PM WILD SHOT HONEY
10:00 PM THE BRUNO MARS EXPERIENCE

 

 

Sunday September 17th, 2023

Roncesvalles Polish Festival on Roncesvalles Ave.
11:00AM to 7:00PM

Main Stage
Located near Wright Avenue

10:00 AM KOFFMAN ACADEMY OF MUSIC & DANCE
POLISH FOLKLORE DANCE
BROUGHT TO YOU BY IRMINA KOZA
11:00 AM BIALY ORZEL POLISH DANCE ENSEMBLE
POLONEZ POLISH CANADIAN DANCE ENSEMBLE
12:00 PM HARNASIE HIGHLANDERS DANCE GROUP
2:00 PM MR. SYSTEM and WIOLETTA MARKEWYCZ
3:00 PM MIRON
4:15 PM BLUES PATTERN BOX
5:30 PM ANNA CYZON
Scotiabank Polkamania Stage
Located near Westminster Avenue

11:00 am DJ – 70S POLISH HITS
12:00 PM RECORDED POLISH MUSIC
1:00 PM JOHN GORA & GORALE
2:00 PM POLKA FAMILY
3:00 PM ED GUCA & THE POLISH CANADIANS
4:00 PM POLKA FAMILY
5:00 PM JOHN GORA & GORALE
6:00 PM POLKA FAMILY
Marion Stage
Located near Marion Street

10:00 AM THE TORONTO SCOTTISH REGIMENT PIPES AND DRUMS
11:00 AM BAND OF THE ROYAL REGIMENT OF CANADA
12:00 PM DJ DOMENIC
3:00 PM OLG – Z103.5 DANCE PARTY WITH DJ DANNY D

Festival Features

Just some of the great things you can expect at the Roncesvalles Polish Festival!

Shop

Discover the many businesses that make Roncesvalles Village such a great place to shop! You can expect to see our local shops and merchants with side walk sales and street front displays.

Visit roncesvallesvillage.ca

Food

Over 40 local Restaurants, Cafes, Bakeries, Bistros, and Bars all offering sample plates, unique food items, and expanded street patios.

Visit roncesvallesvillage.ca

3 Stages

Main Stage
Scotiabank Polkamania Stage
Marion Stage

3 Beverage Gardens

Zywiec RVBIA  Beverage Garden
Copernicus Beverage Garden
Great Lakes Brewery Beer Gardens
Open during the entirety of the festival.

Dance Under The Stars

Saturday from 9:30pm, join us at the Main Stage 
with Kompot

Dance on Roncesvalles Avenue, under the stars, an experience like no other!

Bands

20+ Bands playing on 3 stages, all weekend long! A variety of music for all, including Polka, Euro Dance, Disco Polo, Local Band, Canadian Headliners, Brass Bands, Choirs, Elvis Tributes, 50’s & 60’s Tributes and more…

Performances

Performances by Polish folklore, Polish dance, and Polish choir groups. Experience traditional Polish Culture.

Roncy Rocks Artisan Zone

Local artisans offering handmade and unique one of kind products.

TD Family Zones

For Kids of all ages!
Two Midway zones filled with Carnival games, amusement rides and so much more, bring the whole family and share a smile!
Featuring Reptilia Zoo – check out the reptiles and stay for the shows!

Super Dogs presented by Sidorova Inwood Realty

Super Dogs!! Fast-paced, interactive, heart-warming and hilarious, experience the fun of these amazing dogs. 

Presented by Sidorova Inwood Realty

Canadian Tire Lego Zone

Fun for the whole family!
Over 15,000 LEGO® Bricks, 500+ EverBlocks, including a Giant #POLISHFEST sign made of LEGO for photo ops, and a Kids LEGO House to enter and take pictures.
Creative team leaders to help build, create, design, and Have FUN!

Kal Tire Roncy Letters - #RoncySign

A great photo op for you social media feed! Kal Tire Roncy Letters – #RoncySign! Check it out at Howard Park and Roncesvalles.

GE Hitachi Athletes Village

Celebrating all of the local athletic clubs and leagues in the community!
Filled with FUN sport games, balloons, face painting and more!
Get the chance to meet Canadian Swimmer, Penny Oleksiak on Sat. Sept 16 (1-3pm) and Canadian Bobsledder, Alex Kopacz Sun. Sept 17 (1-3pm).

Indigenous Artist Philip Cote Carvings

Indigenous
Artist Philip Cote will do live carvings using wooden pews, previously located
inside the Roncesvalles United Church, as his ‘canvas’ to share indigenous
history through his carvings.
This project is the first of its kind and
is significant and symbolic as a step in the journey of truth and
reconciliation.  Taking place at the Roncesvalles United Church from
12-5pm both days.


OLG DJ Dance Party – Featuring Z103.5 DJ Danny D

Dance & groove with DJ Danny D from Z103.5 at the Marion
Stage on Sunday Sept.17 from 3-7pm.
Brought to you by OLG #PlayForOntario

Busker Zones

Talented local entertainers and performers, located in multiple spots along Roncesvalles Avenue, taking place all day long. 

Vendors and Food Vendors

Vendors with unique products, as well as Food Vendors serving Polish and international cuisine located along Roncesvalles Avenue.

Cultural Displays

Polish Cultural Displays at St. Casmir’s Church Hall.

European Classic Car Display

See a beautiful collection of Classic European cars. Located at Garden Avenue.

Festival Map

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Roncesvalles Polish Festival could not be possible without our great sponsors.

Our Sponsors

The Roncesvalles Polish Festival sincerely thanks the ongoing funding and support by the Roncesvalles Village BIA, Roncesvalles Village Board of Management, Roncesvalles Village Marketing and Promotions Committee and all the Roncesvalles Village member businesses. We thank them for their ongoing support which makes this festival possible.

Canada

Recognition & Testimonials

Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario

“Thank you for organizing this wonderful cultural celebration.”
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Doug Ford Premier of Ontario September 15, 2018

Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada

“I am pleased to extend my warmest greetings to everyone attending the 2018 Roncesvalles Polish Festival.”
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Justin Trudeau Prime Minister of Canada September 15 & 16, 2018

"It is wonderful to join in this celebration of Polish culture and heritage, which helps to showcase the Polish community's many enduring contributions to the social, economic and cultural life of our great province."
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Kathleen Wynne Premier of Ontario September 16 & 17, 2017

"Congratulations and best wishes to Roncesvalles Polish Festival Committee on the occasion of the 2017 Roncesvalles Polish Festival"
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Andrea Horwath M.P.P. September 16, 2017

"Congratulations and Best Wishes to Roncesvalles Village BIA on the occasion of 12th Anniversary of Roncesvalles Polish Festival"
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Patrick Brown M.P.P. September 16, 2017

Krzysztof Grzelczyk

"I am very pleased by the success story of this incredible Festival. What began 15 years ago has grown into an event which is the largest celebration of Polish culture in North America and one of the most remarkable in the world."
Consul General of Poland-2019 - Letter

Krzysztof Grzelczyk Consul General - Republic of Poland July 26, 2019

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