On Saturday, July 27, the official opening of the 764th St. Fair took place. Dominica. The official part, i.e. handing over the key to the city to merchants, was preceded and concluded by the artistic part. St Dominic's Fair will last until August 18. Exhibitors wait every day from 10:00 to 20:00. The exception will be the food court on Fridays and Saturdays, which will be open until 9:00 p.m. See you at the Festival of Wonders!
The sounds coming from the Carillon inaugurated the official start of the 764th St Dominic's Fair. The Opening Ceremony, whose partner was Energa from the ORLEN Group, began with a genre scene in which the main roles were played by actresses: Katarzyna Bujakiewicz - a tourist and Dorota Stefańska - a resident of Gdańsk. All accompanied by the actors of the Gdańsk Archipelago of Culture and the Gdańsk Garrison.
After the artistic part, it was time for the official part.
– The fair that is starting is the result of a beautiful history and tradition that began with the Order of Dominican Brothers. I am glad that we can continue this tradition, because our city is deeply rooted in history. However, this is history to which we always add a touch of modernity, said Aleksandra Dulkiewicz , mayor of Gdańsk.
– The fair is, of course, merchants and artists, but it is also a conversation, a meeting with other people. This is a discussion on very important topics at our various stops, including: at the Equality stop located on Heweliusza Square - added the mayor of Gdańsk.
The official part of the opening ended with the Mayor of Gdańsk handing over the key to the city to Paweł Orłowski , vice-president of the Gdańsk International Fair, the organizer of the event, and the playing of the fair bugle call, which from this year consists of 764 notes.
At this point, merchants "took over" the Main and Old Towns in Gdańsk and the celebration began. A parade of colorful characters, led by Hermes, started down Długa Street. Unexpectedly, he became her main character - proposing to Fortuna. However, this was not part of the script. In their private lives, the actors playing the mentioned roles are a couple. And from Saturday, engagement. This is the Gdańsk festival of wonders!
– At the beginning of this event, we want to recall the Brothers who had the courage to propose this fair to the city of Gdańsk and see how wonderfully this idea and event have developed. And I think we can wish that our reality, which we see around us, would exceed even our dreams and imaginations. Welcome to the Saint Dominic's Fair - said Father Michał Osek OP, prior of the Order of Saint. Dominika in Gdańsk.
The parade reached Przystanek Równość, where the official opening of part of the St. Fair took place. Dominika on Hevelius Square. What was new was the official start of each stop separately: Przystanek Smaków - with the opening of the first fair houses, Przygoda Przygoda with AmberSky - after the appearance of the mascot parade, which had previously set off from Przystań Równość, Przystanek Retro - a fashion show from the 1970s and 1980s century, and at the end of Przystanek Port Gdańsk pod Żaglami - a concert of Mr. B.
– While walking the streets of Gdańsk, you see the street names that were once given by the craftsmen's guild. They illustrate the greatness of Gdańsk, which was built thanks to merchants, trade and craftsmen. Today, ladies and gentlemen, you have a great opportunity to see not only merchants trading, but also crafts - said Mieczysław Struk , Marshal of the Pomeranian Voivodeship.
– Every street in Gdańsk is now beautiful, filled with joyful people who want to talk to each other, who want to meet, sometimes buy or sell something. We warmly welcome everyone to the Fair, in the heart of Gdańsk - added the marshal.
FIRST WEEK OF THE ST DOMINIC'S FAIR
This year's fair has 760 stands with 613 exhibitors, including 210 from Pomerania, including 130 from Gdańsk. 18 world cuisines, handicrafts, various types of art, collectibles, antiques and fashion - all this can be found in the fair stalls. The fair is also an artistic and cultural part with over 150 items in the daily program.
– In the heart of the city that combines history with modernity, the Festival of Miracles begins. Yes, it's the Saint's Fair. Dominica. It is a celebration of crafts, art, trade and taste. But above all, it is a celebration of being together and meeting. We encourage you to do so and hope to see you at many fair stops, of which there are five in total. I wish everyone a lot of fun - said Paweł Orłowski , vice-president of the Gdańsk International Fair.
On Sunday you can go to Przystanek Równość for the Bread Festival. This year's 29th edition of the event will take place at Heweliusza Square, offering many attractions and tastings of delicious bread and confectionery. The program on stage and in the program tents will accompany visitors from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The 29th Bread Festival in Gdańsk is financed by the Fund for the Promotion of Grains and Grain Products. More at jarmarkswdominika.pl/wydarzenia-specjalne/swieto-chleba/
Art Day will be held on Monday, also at Przystań Równość. Visitors will be able to enjoy open-air painting and Cistercian stories organized in cooperation with the House of Plague. There will also be an opportunity to take part in the "Fun with yarn" workshops. The organizers invite all seniors to have fun together. It will be interesting, colorful and simply fun!
At Przygoda Przygoda with AmberSky you can go to Spectacular Mondays - Dominica Olympics. It's a day full of movement and fun! Fitness and strength will be tested in the form of Olympic competitions. Those interested will be able to participate in such disciplines as judo, football, an obstacle course and many other sports challenges.
Monday will end with a screening at the Summer Cinema at Przystanek Port Gdańsk pod Żaglami. The first film to be shown on an outdoor screen will be "Family for Rent".
On Tuesday, Retro Stop will be filled with a conversation about objects with a soul with "Treasure Hunters", i.e. Joanna Lewandowska, Łukasz Barucha and Arkadiusz Wożniak. And then an antique auction. Slightly different topics will be discussed at Przystanek Przygoda z AmberSky, during a literary meeting with Anna Nisiewicz.
From Wednesday you can visit the Live more stand. Pomerania at the Równość bus stop. This is an initiative coordinated by Invest in Pomerania. Its aim is to emphasize the advantages of the Pomeranian Voivodeship in other regions and abroad by promoting its opportunities for work, study and life.
The project presents the offer of the Pomeranian labor market in key, developing sectors. It builds bridges between business and science, works to improve professional qualifications and build dream development paths.
It also conducts activities for the migrant community, supporting its relocation and settlement process through education and organizing a series of meetings intended for them.
Live more. Pomerania shows broad professional prospects combined with an exciting lifestyle. It's not just a job market, it's a vibrant playground for innovation. Pomerania is a region that combines cutting-edge technology and startup enthusiasm with a vibrant cultural heritage spiced with sand, wind and water.
Wednesday will end with Anna Jopek and Jakub Klemensiewicz - a duo of young artists who will perform at the Port Gdańsk Pod Żaglami Festival.
On Thursday, among others: Teatr Miniatura and the performance "Little Red Riding Hood" at Przygoda Przygoda with AmberSky or the first edition of the Fair Talent Forge at Przystanek Równość.
These are just some of the proposals from the rich daily program of the St. Fair. Dominica. A detailed schedule is available at https://jarmarkswdominika.pl/program/
THE MAIN SPONSOR OF THE FAIR - AMBERSKY INVITES YOU TO DAILY ENTERTAINMENT FOR YOUNG AND OLD
AmberSky is the first ever St. Fair. Dominka is the title partner of Przystanek - Przystanek Przygoda with AmberSky. This is where we will find, among others: Permanent Attractions Zone provided by the main sponsor of the entire event: a maze with puzzles, a sensory cubicle, a relaxation zone, creating string art, an adventurer's passport, a wall of dreams, a Treasure Hunter - rafting on a rushing river - a house with a VR simulator and the Gdańsk Carousel. Regular attractions also include the AmberSky Observation Wheel and the spinning coaster Wirowane Beczki, which can be found on Ołowianka.
It is worth adding that every Saturday of the Fair, at 21:00 AmberSky invites you to the light and music show of the Observation Circle.
