Dozynki Polish Harvest Festival
The Broadway-Fillmore district has a busy weekend August 25-26. In addition to the thousands of people that will be attending the Buffalo Brewfest at the Central Terminal, many more will also head to the nearby Corpus Christi Parish for the annual Dozynki Polish Harvest Festival.
For the past 28 years, Corpus Christi has held this event, celebrating the Polish Harvest season with special festivities. This year, a special wreath will be constructed and blessed in a traditional fashion, ensuring a bountiful harvest; and what better way to celebrate the harvest than with food and drink? Traditional Polish foods, imported Polish beer and beverages, a Polish wine and cheese tasting, a Polish cooking class, and a farmer's market will all be featured on the church grounds.
The events taking place on August 25 include the farmer's market (which begins after the 11:30 AM mass), a pork loin dinner, and a one-man performance about the life of St. Maximilian Kolbe. The centerpiece of the festival takes place on Sunday, August 26, when the aforementioned wreath is presented during a Polish-American Folk Mass. After the 11:30 AM service, there will be a chicken dinner, a theme basket auction, and a silent art auction.
Both days feature live music, including Polka bands and young pianists performing Polish classical music. Local pop band Achilles Revival will perform Sunday night and will surely end the festival on a high note.
Corpus Christi Church was recently designated a New York State Landmark and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in recognition of its architectural and historical significance. It is truly an awe-inspiring building, and its history is fascinating. This festival is a great excuse to head down to the Broadway-Fillmore district and celebrate one of Buffalo's true landmarks.
Security and ample parking will be provided.
Saturday, August 25 & Sunday, August 26
Intersection of Clark & Kent Streets, 14212
716.896.1050
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This is really great event...
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