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Piknik Europejski 2017: A Cultural Festival at Royal Łazienki Museum Celebrating European Union Ties

Explore the vibrant Piknik Europejski 2017 festival, a significant cultural event at Royal Łazienki Park.

Piknik Europejski 2017 was a vibrant cultural festival held at Royal Łazienki Park, attracting many visitors with its diverse program. The event featured festive parades, engaging concerts, and spectacular horse shows, along with various outdoor games and animations. It commemorated Poland's 13th anniversary of accession to the European Union, fostering cultural exchange and community celebration.

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Exhibition summary

Piknik Europejski 2017 was a vibrant event held at the Royal Łazienki Park, featuring colorful parades, concerts, horse shows, and outdoor games and animations. The event was organized under the honorary patronage of the Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany on the occasion of Poland's 13th anniversary of accession to the EU.

Curatorial context

The Piknik Europejski 2017 was a significant cultural event hosted at the Royal Łazienki Park, drawing large crowds eager to participate in a variety of attractions. The festival included vibrant parades, musical performances, engaging horse shows, and a range of outdoor games and animations designed for all ages. This event was particularly notable as it was organized under the honorary patronage of the Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany. Its timing coincided with the 13th anniversary of Poland's accession to the European Union, highlighting the strong ties and shared cultural space between Poland and Germany within the EU framework.

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Venue
Royal Łazienki Museum
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Jan 1, 2017 – Dec 31, 2017
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