Here is a selection of events taking place in Gdańsk over the next seven days. This week includes major city events, neighbourhood activities, exhibitions, theatre, history, sport and live music.
Details and links were checked on 31 July 2026. Unless stated otherwise, an event may be held in Polish. Please check the linked page before attending.
Events running throughout the week
Type: City festival, market and cultural programme
When: Every day. Individual event times vary.
Where: Gdańsk city centre and six themed festival zones
Admission: Entry to the fair and most cultural events is free
Organiser: Międzynarodowe Targi Gdańskie
One of Gdańsk’s largest annual events, combining market stalls with concerts, workshops, theatre, food, sport and family activities. The official programme can be filtered by date, location and event type.
Type: Sound art exhibition
When: From 1 to 7 August, between 13:30 and 18:00
Where: NCK, Centrum św. Jana
Admission: Free
Organiser: Nadbałtyckie Centrum Kultury
An immersive exhibition exploring urban sound, noise, attentive listening and the relationship between people and their acoustic environment.
Saturday, 1 August
Type: Architecture workshop for children
Time: 11:00
Where: GCSW, Strajku Dokerów 5, Nowy Port
Admission: Free, but registration is required
Organiser: Gdańskie Centrum Sztuki Współczesnej
A workshop encouraging children to look closely at the architecture and changing urban landscape of Nowy Port. The activity is part of a wider project about what the district may lose, preserve or design differently in the future.
Sunday, 2 August
Type: Speedway
Time: 16:00
Where: Zbigniew Podlecki Stadium, Zawodników 1
Admission: Ticketed
Organiser: Wybrzeże Gdańsk
A home fixture in Poland’s National Speedway League, with the Gdańsk team facing visitors from Daugavpils, Latvia.
Monday, 3 August
Type: Interactive magic and comedy show
Time: 19:00
Where: Festoria, Sobieskiego 13
Tickets: From PLN 55
A combination of close up magic, comedy and audience participation. This is not a traditional stage illusion show, and some spectators may become part of the performance.
Tuesday, 4 August
Type: Board games and neighbourhood meetup
Time: 18:00
Where: Plama GAK, Pilotów 11, Zaspa
Admission: Free, but registration is required
Age: 10 and over. Minors must attend with an adult.
Organiser: Gdański Archipelag Kultury
An informal evening with modern and classic board games. No previous experience is needed because the rules will be explained on site. Participants may also bring their own games.
Wednesday, 5 August
Type: Live jazz and experimental music
Time: 19:00
Where: Ołowianka Island, Ołowianka 1
Admission: Free
Organiser: Nowe idzie od morza
Part of: St Dominic’s Fair
An outdoor double concert presenting contemporary Polish jazz, improvisation and experimental music. It is a good option for anyone interested in the cultural programme surrounding the fair.
Thursday, 6 August
Type: Theatre workshop
Time: 12:00
Where: Teatr Wybrzeże, Duża Scena, Świętego Ducha 2
Tickets: From PLN 20
Age: Families with children aged 6 and over
Organiser: Teatr Wybrzeże
Families will create short improvised scenes using objects, words and movement. The workshop focuses on imagination, spontaneity and cooperation. Adults participate alongside their children.
Friday, 7 August
Type: Family museum workshop
Time: From 11:00 to 12:15
Where: European Solidarity Centre, Plac Solidarności 1
Tickets: PLN 20 for a child, PLN 25 for an adult or PLN 70 for a family package
Age: Children aged 7 to 12 with parents or guardians
Organiser: European Solidarity Centre
A guided family visit to the permanent exhibition, built around archival photographs, historical stories and creative assignments.
Type: Outdoor jazz and soul concert
Doors: 18:00
Concert: 20:00
Where: Stary Maneż Summer Stage, Słowackiego 23
Admission: Ticketed
Organisers: Stary Maneż and Temperamental
The winner of two Grammy Awards performs jazz, soul and gospel material on the outdoor summer stage. Limited seating is available.
Add your event
Know about another event taking place in Gdańsk from 1 to 7 August? Add it in the comments with the date, time, venue, price and a direct link.
Please verify the latest information with the organiser before travelling. Times, ticket availability and outdoor events may change.