News from Kraków

According to the latest report by the Institute of Media Monitoring (IMM), Kraków ranked second among the most media-visible urban centers in Poland in February 2026, surpassed only by Warsaw. Notably, both Kraków’s media visibility score and the value of its media exposure are among the highest in the country.

We are pleased to announce that the call for proposals for the 25th Edition of the Conference of the International Observatory on Participatory Democracy (OIDP), which will take place in Kraków on 21–23 September 2026, opens on 11 March 2026 and will remain open until 30 April 2026, 11:59 p.m.

Spring in the center of Kraków will begin with nearly three weeks of celebrations dedicated to crafts and tradition at Mały Rynek. From 19–29 March, the St. Joseph’s Fair – honoring the patron saint of Kraków – will take place, followed seamlessly by the Easter Fair scheduled for 30 March – 6 April. These are two separate events, each with its own symbolism and program, which together restore the historical rhythm of merchant and patronal festivities in the heart of the Old Town.

Kraków, the only Polish city included in the latest “50 Best Cities in the World for 2026” ranking prepared by the British service Time Out, achieved an impressive 16th place in the global list.

We invite you to read the next interview in the “Wide Open for Sustainable Meetings” series, in which we present good sustainability practices in the meetings, conference and hospitality sectors. This time we visit Hilton Garden Inn Kraków Airport – a modern business hotel located directly next to the Kraków Airport terminal.
 

In the representative halls of the Wielopolski Palace—where the city’s most important decisions are made—an inspiring story of flavour, tradition, and modern approaches to tourism unfolded on 5 March. The exceptional event titled “Money can’t buy experience” brought together industry representatives, experts, and enthusiasts to collectively explore Kraków’s culinary DNA.

We are honoured to announce that on 27 May 2026, Kraków will host the gala celebrating the first-ever nationwide selection of the prestigious MICHELIN Guide for Poland. This is a breakthrough moment for the country’s culinary scene, Polish cities, including Kraków, have for years advocated for Poland to be fully included in the Michelin selection. The event will further strengthen our city’s position as an important culinary tourism destination in Europe.

Most of us are familiar with historical figures such as St Jadwiga of Anjou — Queen of Poland, Bona Sforza, Helena Modrzejewska or Wisława Szymborska. But do we know what places in Krakow are associated with them? We will get to know them by following the Women of Krakow Trail — Krakowianki tourist route!

Spring long weekends are, for many travellers, the perfect moment for a short city break. With Easter approaching, planning such trips becomes even more tempting, and the latest analyses from foreign media show that an attractive getaway does not have to involve high expenses. Among the recommended destinations in Europe, Kraków stands out in particular, placing near the very top of the ranking of the most cost‑effective locations.

In June 2026, Szczecin will be the first city in Poland to host global leaders of change in the field of regenerative tourism. On June 16-18, 2026, Szczecin will host the GDS-Forum & Impact Day, co-organized by the Global Destination Sustainability Movement (GDS-Movement), #MEET4IMPACT, and the City of Szczecin.

Three decades ago, no one could have imagined that a company founded in Kraków would grow to become one of the key players in Poland’s exhibition and congress industry, quickly gaining international recognition. Today, Trade Fairs in Krakow celebrates its 30th anniversary, reflecting on its journey from a local event organizer to a market leader.

"Krakow Culinary-Historical Trail" takes you through the places associated with this multi-layered history. The trail thus encourages visitors to wander around the city and see not only the architectural testimonies of the past, but also the culinary traces that lead to an understanding of the everyday life of Cracovians of former days. The trail is a result of a cooperation between the Municipality of Krakow and the NGO sector.