Overview
Shanties International Sailing Song Festival
The Shanties Festival is one of the largest in Europe and has, since 1981, become the most prestigious not only in Poland but also abroad, and for performers not only from Poland, participation in it is the greatest stage honor.
Dates: February 24–28, 2027 (with a preliminary review/Przegląd Shanties on January 9, 2027). Theme: “Rozśpiewane Morze” (The Singing Sea), referencing Halina Stefanowska’s anthology. Location: Landlocked Kraków transforms into a vibrant maritime port across various city venues, including local cultural centers, cinemas, and taverns like Tawerna Żeglarska Stary Port.
Curated History
The Shanties festival website contains an outstanding archive of previous years' information, including details of themes, performers and organizers.