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St Dominic's Fair among the best in Europe according to Forbes
St Dominic's Fair in Gdańsk is the top 10 coolest events in Europe that will take place in 2024. The ranking created based on the opinions of travel experts was published by Forbes. St Dominic's Fair divides places in the top ten, including with: Munich Oktoberfest, Saint. Patryk in Dublin, the Sanfermines holiday in Pamplona or Cheese Rolling in Cooper's Hill.
Forbes appreciated St Dominic's Fair this year in Gdańsk. The description of the selection drew attention to the rich history of the event, which reaches up to 1260, a variety of stands as well as gastronomic zones with dozens of cuisines of the world.
"Together with traditional Christmas markets and Oktoberfest, it is considered one of the largest open-air cultural and commercial events in Europe, " we read in the justification for the selection.
" People of all ages will find something for themselves at the stalls scattered around the streets of Gdańsk's Old Town, where visitors are provided with entertainment including concerts, costume performances, parades, festivals, fireworks displays and numerous competitions," adds the author of the text.
In the leading "10" coolest events in Europe St Dominic's Fair found himself in a good group. Events such as the previously mentioned Munich Oktoberfest or: St. Patryk in Dublin, Sanfermines festival in Pamplona, Cheese Rolling in Cooper's Hill, the Battle of Winna in Haro, La Tomatina festival in Bunol, Marathon des Châteaux du Médoc in Gironde, King's Day in Amsterdam and the Festival of Lights in Zagreb.
This is a huge distinction both for the beautiful City of Gdańsk, but also for all those who work constantly to make the event unforgettable. Such a distinction gives us wings and a huge boost for further activities!
St Dominic's Fair guests on the streets of the Old Town in Gdańsk for 764 years. This unique, one of the largest outdoor events in Europe has become a festival of positive emotions. For three weeks of summer, at the turn of July and August, the climate streets "live" with a fair rhythm. The best Polish craftsmen, creators and artists appear here.
The unique atmosphere of the fair in a unique historical space takes visitors to the old atmosphere of Gdańsk. It is especially felt in the collectors' street, full of antiques and works of art. Culinary fans will also take a unique journey around the world here, as they can taste dishes and drinks from various corners of the globe.
Various rest zones, unparalleled purchasing options, culinary experiences and a unique artistic program are the strongest side of the fair. 764. St Dominic's Fair will take place in Gdańsk on 27.07-18.08.2024.
The organizer of St Dominic's Fair is the International Fair of Gdańskie SA, the owner of AMBEREXPO - one of the most modern exhibition and congress facilities in Poland. We specialize in organizing local, nationwide and international events: fairs, exhibitions, congresses, conferences, events, fairs, outdoor events.