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Experience the 42nd Warsaw Historic Motorcycle Season Opening Event & Parade

Enthusiasts gather for skill competitions, a blessing ceremony, and a festive parade through the Warsaw Citadel.

Immerse yourself in the rich motoring tradition at the 42nd Warsaw Opening of the Historic Motorcycle Season. This annual event, hosted by the Polish Army Museum in collaboration with the Kardan Club, brings vintage motorcycle enthusiasts together. Experience skill contests, a ceremonial blessing, and a vibrant parade through the historic Warsaw Citadel, celebrating automotive and military history.

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Exhibition summary

Join enthusiasts for the 42nd Warsaw Opening of the Historic Motorcycle Season, an annual event celebrating automotive and military history. The day features a welcome, skill contests, a blessing ceremony for the motorcycles, and a parade through the Warsaw Citadel.

Curatorial context

The Polish Army Museum is hosting the 42nd Warsaw Opening of the Historic Motorcycle Season on April 18, 2026. This annual event, organized in collaboration with the Kardan Club of Old Motoring Enthusiasts, invites lovers of automotive and military history to the Warsaw Citadel. The day's program includes a ceremonial welcome for participants at 11:00 AM, followed by skill competitions at 12:00 PM, a blessing of the motorcycles at 2:00 PM, and a parade through the Citadel streets at 3:00 PM. It's a unique opportunity to see exceptional historic motorcycles, connect with fellow enthusiasts of vintage technology, and immerse oneself in the atmosphere of motoring tradition.

Admission and ticket notes

Entry to the event is free of charge. Visitors are expected to adhere to the event's regulations for safety and order.

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Venue
Polish Army Museum
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Apr 18, 2026 – Apr 18, 2026
Artist line / attribution
Organized by the Polish Army Museum and the Kardan Club of Old Motoring Enthusiasts.
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