Polish News Translated – Poznań, Feb. 17

By Ms. Bethany HuffFebruary 17, 2026

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Editor's Note: These are courtesy translations of local news provided by the U.S. Army Garrison Poland Public Affairs team for the benefit the military community stationed here. Views or opinions are not endorsed by USAG Poland or the U.S. Army.

Registration opens for Poznań Run June '56

On Friday, February 13th, registration will begin for the next edition of the Poznań June '56 Run - a sporting and historical event commemorating the workers' uprising of 1956. Participants will be able to choose a distance of 5 or 10 kilometers, and the program also includes a Remembrance Relay and family and children's runs.

The Poznań June '56 Run is one of the few events in the country whose route leads through authentic sites associated with the events of 1956. Participants will run through, among others, the former Hipolit Cegielski Works, the Volkswagen Foundry, and the Rail Vehicle Factory – areas where the workers' protest began.

The start and finish line of the event will traditionally be located at the mural commemorating the Poznań June 1969 protests on the HCP grounds. The route, leading through the industrial part of the city, gives the event a unique character and highlights its historical dimension.

Two distances and a memory relay

Participants will be able to choose between 5 and 10 kilometers. The longer route will feature the June 1956 Remembrance Relay, consisting of five 2-kilometer sections. Transition zones will be designated at points significant to the history of the protest.

The program also includes family and children's races, which will enable people of all ages and entire families to participate.

Sports and education

The event is not only sporting, but also social and educational.

"The June '56 Run is distinguished by its route through the industrial heart of Poznań, creating a unique atmosphere for the event. We want this run to continue to inspire and teach future generations the values ​​of freedom, solidarity, and responsibility for our shared heritage," says Szymon Sobczak, organizer.

Each participant will receive a commemorative, cast medal and materials explaining the history of the Poznań June. A historical and educational zone, developed in collaboration with museums, will be set up at the finish line, allowing participants to deepen their knowledge of the course and significance of the workers' uprising.

Detailed information on registration and rules of participation can be found on the event website.

The Year of the Poznań June Heroes

This year, we celebrate the 70th anniversary of the Poznań June 1956 events. This uprising was one of the first acts of resistance against the communist regime in the post-war Eastern Bloc. To commemorate these events, so important to the identity of our city, the Poznań City Council has designated 2026 as the Year of the Heroes of the Poznań June 1956.

City councilors decided unanimously to establish this year's patrons during the session on October 14, 2025.

- The Poznań City Council, understanding the significance of the events of Poznań June 1956 for the history of Poznań, Poland and the entire Europe, wishes to pay tribute to all participants of the heroic uprising - we read in a statement adopted in October last year.

Guide to top sporting events in Poznań for 2026

The sporting year in the capital of Greater Poland will bring a number of exciting events across many disciplines. The highlight of this year will undoubtedly be the Canoeing World Championships, which will take place in August at the Malta Regatta Course.

"The world's most important kayaking event will be visiting the capital of Greater Poland for the fourth time in 36 years. Poznań is the only Polish city to host a competition of this caliber. We have excellent conditions for this, and the Malta track is our pride," says Marcin Gołek, Deputy Mayor of Poznań. "In 2026, Poznań fans and sports enthusiasts will also be able to enjoy numerous events in other disciplines. Everyone will certainly be keeping their fingers crossed for our teams to achieve the highest possible rankings in the league competition."

Spring on the run and on the mat

This year's sports season will kick off in March with the next edition of the Record Ten. This year, it's scheduled precisely for Women's Day. Runners will tackle 10 km of trails around the Malta Regatta Course and the streets of Poznań. A 5 km race will be held the day before, and the weekend will also feature children's competitions.

Every year, with the exception of the pandemic, since 2019, Poznań has hosted the European Junior Judo Cup, which will take place on the last weekend of March at the Adam Mickiewicz University hall in Morasko. Over 400 competitors from over 20 countries are expected to participate. Participants will compete in seven weight categories for men and women. Several dozen Polish national teams will also participate.

The 18th Poznań Half Marathon will take place on April 19th. Organizers are hoping for another record-breaking turnout compared to last year's event, when over 12,000 people completed the event. This year's limit of participants has been set at 14,000. In previous years, the race began and ended at the Poznań International Fair. This year's route will be announced soon.

As usual, entry packages for the charity Wings for Life World Run sold out very quickly. This event will take place simultaneously in numerous cities around the world on May 10th. In Poznań, 8,000 people will participate, and all proceeds from the entry fees will go towards spinal cord injuries.

In addition to the European Junior Judo Cup, two other major combat sports events will take place during this period. The Judo Academy will host the Brother Champion Judo Camp, which each year features distinguished representatives of the discipline. This year, it will be Japanese Ryunosuke Haga, former world champion and bronze medalist at the Rio de Janeiro Olympics. The European Kyokushin Karate Championships, organized by the UAF Foundation, will also be held in April. Over 300 competitors will participate in the competition, which will take place at the Poznań University of Physical Education on April 11th.

On May 23rd, Lech and Warta will conclude their league campaigns a week later. Poznań fans will undoubtedly be rooting for both clubs. Lech is fighting for a second consecutive championship. The minimum goal is to secure a spot that will allow them to play in European competitions next season. The Greens, on the other hand, are currently on track to return to the Ekstraklasa. Both teams will play their final matches in Poznań (Lech against Wisła Płock, and Warta against Resovia Rzeszów). It's possible that there will be reasons to celebrate on the next two weekends.

Intensive June

The peak of major sporting events traditionally occurs in June. The organizers of the Freedom Beach are returning to competition this month (last year, the event took place in August as the final of the Polish Beach Volleyball Championships for men and women). This year, it will once again be a qualifying tournament featuring top Polish duos, with the courts at Lake Rusałka hosting the competition from June 12th to 14th. A new international event during this period will be a gala celebrating the 50th anniversary of aikido in Poland, initiated by the Polish Aikido Federation. This event will take on a special dimension thanks to the presence of the great-grandson of the sport's founder, who will be a special guest at the event scheduled for June 13th and 14th at the Poznań International Fair.

The 30th edition of the ATP Enea Poznań Open tennis tournament was a resounding success in 2025. Not only in terms of the sporting events, but also in the number and diversity of accompanying events, which the organizers are very keen to ensure. The high bar is certainly no obstacle for the Olimpia Tennis Park officials, who are preparing further surprises for fans this year. Above all, it's worth emphasizing that we've seen talented players perform at Golęcin many times, later achieving world No. 1 rankings, such as Juan Carlos Ferrero and Marat Safin. This year, from June 14th to 20th, there will certainly be no shortage of exciting matches.

On June 28th, Golęcin will host another major international sporting event: the Czesław Cybulski Memorial. It is part of the World Athletics Continental Tour. In previous years, Poznań has hosted not only top Polish athletes, such as Natalia Bukowiecka, Pia Skrzyszowska, and Piotr Lisek, but also Wayde van Niekerk and Yohan Blake, among many other international stars.

A significant event in 2026 in the capital of Greater Poland will undoubtedly be the 70th anniversary of the Poznań June 1956 Uprising. To mark this occasion, the June '56 Run will take place on June 21st at HCP Works. This will be the 8th edition of the event, always featuring veterans as honorary guests, and its atmosphere and medals reflect the historical theme. Two distances are available for competitors – 5 and 10 km – and there will also be a children's competition. Speaking of the youngest, it's worth mentioning the Enea Junior Poznań Triathlon, the largest competition of its kind in the country for beginners in this sport. This year, for the tenth time, children aged 1 to 15 will have the opportunity to compete in swimming, running, and cycling at the POSiR Chwiałka complex. Every year, this event attracts hundreds of participants, and June will likely be no different.

Summer on a bike and on a kayak

Those staying in Poznań during the summer holidays will also find a wide range of sports on offer. The first weekend of July will see the Gran Fondo cycling event for amateurs, which returned to the capital of Greater Poland last year after a three-year hiatus. The upcoming edition, like last year, will feature the start and finish lines near Enea Stadium, and the competition will take place not only in Poznań but also outside the city limits. Several distances will be prepared for participants, including a route dedicated to children. A week later (July 11-12), the basketball event Basket na Wolności will take place in Wolności Square. The first edition took place a year ago and was well received by residents. It features a 3x3 basketball competition as part of the Polish Championship qualifiers, as well as numerous accompanying events, such as slam dunk contests, in the heart of Poznań.

The city's sporting showcase is the Malta Regatta Course, which hosts international events annually, including the Canoe Sprint World Championships, scheduled for August 26-30. Halfway through preparations for the Olympic Games in Los Angeles, the world's best canoeists, including Polish representatives, will be testing their form. Among them will be Martyna Klatt, representing KS AZS AWF Poznań, who will be defending the title she won in 2025. The Enea Ironman 70.3 Poznań triathlon event will also be taking place at the same time.

A strong end to the year

A key element of the fall sports calendar is the Maciej Frankiewicz Poznań Marathon. This year marks its 25th edition. The anniversary event is scheduled for October 4th, and organizers are sure to prepare numerous attractions, which they will keep you updated on. In addition to the main race, there will also be a 5k race, the Poznań Five, and a children's event as part of the Pho3nix Kids Marathon. A little over a month later, on November 11th at 11:11 a.m., the 10k Independence Run will take place, with up to 10,000 participants expected. Participants will always receive unique medals, reflecting the event's historical significance, as well as St. Martin's croissants.

The sporting year in the capital of Greater Poland will once again be concluded with two major international events. One is the Enea Lech Cup, a football tournament for children under 12, held at Adam Mickiewicz University in Morasko. Leading European football academies are participating, including representatives from clubs such as Manchester City, Chelsea, PSG, and Sporting Lisbon. The second is Cavaliada , a four-day equestrian competition at the Poznań International Fair, which offers competition in dozens of world-class competitions. The event features top Polish riders, as well as internationally recognized competitors, including Olympic medalists.

New map highlights Poznań street art

"A Map of Poznań's Murals, Graffiti, Neon Signs, and Typography from Close to Home / From afar" is the latest publication from the Poznań Local Tourist Organization (PLOT). This bilingual, Polish-English publication features over 120 examples of urban street art.

The map was prepared by Tomasz Bombrych, who has been cataloging Poznań street art and publishing maps of murals and neon signs for years. This year, he joined forces with PLOT due to the growing popularity of these murals as off-the-beaten-path tourist destinations.

"Our map is a guide for those who enjoy getting lost in the city and discovering the most interesting examples of street art along the way. It's an invitation to discover the unknown Poznań: vibrant, creative, and full of extraordinary stories," encourages Jan Mazurczak, President of the Management Board of PLOT.

This publication presents an original selection of over 120 murals, graffiti, neon signs, and remnants of historical wall inscriptions, including a list of the author's Top 10 recommendations. Photographs of individual objects are accompanied by information about their locations, titles, and artists. A schematic map complements the entire publication.

A city rich in murals

The murals on display are incredibly diverse. The exhibition includes works depicting city symbols, images of districts (e.g., Jeżyce, Łazarz, Naramowice), references to important events ("Poznań June 1956," "Strike at the Gdańsk Shipyard 1980" – the largest mural in Poznań, "25 Years of Pyrkon"), and more abstract and symbolic works, such as those created as part of the Outer Spaces Mural Festival.

The walls feature ecological murals ("Mural for Swifts," "Green Poznań"), historical murals ("This is where it all began"), and even murals... poems. Individual works depict both famous Poznań residents (e.g., Stanisław Barańczak, Kazimierz Nowak) and ordinary residents ("Poznanianki. Nasze WsFANIałe"). Sometimes street art takes on a new, unexpected face, as in the case of Noriaki's Mr. Periscope, which has been placed as a... sculpture in Poznań's Bernardyński Square.

"The 'From Close / From Afar' map proves that a walk around Poznań can also be a journey through cultural history," emphasizes Tomasz Bombrych, the map's author. "Alongside painterly quotations, such as René Magritte's 'The Son of Man' and the inspiration for Edward Hopper's 'Night Owls,' there are literary motifs – 'The Little Prince,' Matołek the Billy Goat, and the characters of Małgorzata Musierowicz's 'Jeżycjada®.' It's also an encounter with people who shape the memory of this city – such as actress Krystyna Feldman and the Kalinowskis – renowned Poznań film buffs."

The publication also includes selected works from the Poznań area, including insurgent murals from Śrem and Buk and a painting at the National Museum of Agriculture and Agri-Food Industry in Szreniawa by Arkadiusz Andrejkow - author of the famous "Silent Memorial" series.

A walk along the trail of murals

The paper version of the map is available free of charge at city tourist information points. The project also created an interactive map of street art in Poznań and the surrounding area. Street art is ephemeral, so the publication is constantly updated.

Submissions for new projects are accepted via a special form. Both maps are available at www.visitpoznan.pl/murale .

Free walks along the Poznań mural trail, led by the map's author, are planned for spring.

The current, fourth edition of the publication "From Close to Home / From Far Away" was created as part of a project to support the development of the Poznań Brand - Polish Tourist Brand, co-financed by the Ministry of Sport and Tourism.

Poznań announces 2026 music festival lineups

The festival season, especially the outdoor ones, begins when the weather warms up. In Poznań, it begins in April and lasts until September, though there are exceptions. It's worth planning everything carefully, memorizing the dates, and even writing them down. World-class stars will be coming to the capital of Greater Poland.

Before the festivals proper arrive, "The Magic of Disco 90's Festival" is scheduled for March 7th in Hall 3A at the Poznań International Fair. As the name suggests, it will feature a lot of dance music from the 1990s. Dr. Alban, Loona, La Bouche, and Mr. President are scheduled to appear on stage. So, it's going to be "Bailando," and there will be "Sing Hallelujah" and "Be My Lover." Simply "Coco Jumbo," and onward.

Details on the event website

Next Fest Music Showcase & Conference

April 16-18

For several years now, April has been the time for a showcase festival – first Spring Break, and from 2023, Next Festa. This is a first-time event for artists – often debuting on major stages – and for the audience – premieres with music that will soon be making headlines. Stages are located in a dozen clubs, all within a few minutes' walk of each other. Tickets for individual performances are not available, only season tickets. Seating is limited, so it's sometimes possible to miss a concert.

Even though the event is two and a half months away, the lineup isn't finalized yet. So far, we know that you'll be able to hear artists like Vito Bambino, Peja Slums Attack, Ewa Farna, Słoń, Bass Astral, Natalia Szroeder, Misia Furtak, and AudioFeels, who are preparing a special project for Next Fest. The musical range will be extensive, from mature projects to new debuts. In total, over 100 concerts will be held.

More on the festival and event website

Scene above the Rusalka

June, July, August

Although this isn't a typical festival, but rather a concert series, the sheer number of concerts easily qualifies the Scene nad Rusałka (Rusałka Lake Stage) for the festival category. Last year, the project was once again recognized by residents of the capital of Greater Poland and won the 2026 Poznań Participatory Budget. Thanks to their votes, 33 free outdoor concerts will be held on Lake Rusałka during the spring and summer months. This is likely the largest such series in Poland, and above all... free.

According to the organizers, the following events will be organized as part of the "Scena nad Rusałką" in 2026:

  • 3 days of the festival: June 4, 5, 6 (Thursday-Saturday) - in the "June Festival" formula, starting on Corpus Christi - 3 days, 3 musical genres, 3 concerts a day,
  • 12 weekly evenings with two concerts - every Thursday from June 11 to August 27.

Detailed information, including the artists who will perform this year, can be found on the series website and on Facebook .

Juwenalia

May 28-30

As in previous years, the student festival will last three days and will take place in the same location: John Paul II Park. There will be two stages – a large one and a small one. Organizers are slowly revealing the lineup, announcing the performers. So far, we know that Jan-Rapowanie will perform on Friday, May 28th, followed by Golec uOrkiestra the following day. On Saturday, May 30th, White 2115 will perform on the main stage.

All information will appear on the event website and on social media .

Enter Enea Festival

May 31 - June 3

Traditionally, the Enter Enea Festival will take place on Lake Strzeszyńskie in the days leading up to Corpus Christi. This year, you'll be able to hear artists such as John Zorn and Stanley Clarke. The organizers haven't announced the full program yet, but the festival's leading light, Leszek Możdżer, will certainly be on stage.

In addition to the Strzeszynek event, concerts from the "Enter Enea Presents" series will also be held elsewhere in the city. On March 19th, Dave Holland and Lionel Loueke will perform first at the Earth Hall, followed by Leszek Możdżer and Lars Danielsson. On April 13th, Grammy Award-winning Kurt Elling will perform at the Adam Mickiewicz University Auditorium. He will once again join forces with producer and guitarist Charlie Hunter, accompanied by the multi-instrumental duo of drummer Corey Fonville and bassist-keyboardist DJ Harrison.

Detailed information about the festival and the series can be followed on the Enter Enea Festival website and on their social media .

Ethno Port

June 11-14

A week after the jazz sounds of Strzeszynek, it's time for world music: Ethno Port. The event enjoys recognition not only in Poland but also worldwide, as evidenced by its recognition at the Transglobal World Music Festival Awards. Ethno Port was among the ten awarded events, including the only one from Poland. This year's nineteenth edition will run from June 11th to 14th. The program and artists performing have not yet been announced.

Information will be available on the festival website.

Picnic at the Fest

June 20

Once again, Poznań will host an event organized by the Marshal's Office of the Wielkopolska Voivodeship. The fourth edition will feature concerts by stars of the Polish music scene. Last year, these included Sara James, Afromental, Margaret, and Polish rock icon T-Love. The year before, Karaś/Rogucki, LemON, Sorry Boys, and Fisz Emade Tworzywo. And in 2023, Chylińska, Mezo, Mezo, Bibobit, and Ørganek will be featured.

The name of the speaker on June 20th will be revealed in the coming months. Information will be available on the Marshal's Office website.

Malta Festival

June 21 - 28

The 36th edition of the Malta Festival will take place in the second half of June. The musical portion promises to be just as exciting as last year's, when Roisin Murphy, Fink, The Teskey Brothers, and L'imperatrice performed in Hall 6 of the Poznań International Fair.

This year, only three performers have been announced so far. Benjamin Clementine will perform on June 25th. Two days later, after 19 years, Beirut will return to Poznań as part of Malta, and on June 28th, Two Door Cinema Club will perform.

Information about the concerts will be available on the Malta Festival website and on their social media .

Poznań Rock Festival

June 26-27

Shortly after last year's edition, the organizers announced the date of the 2026 Poznań Rock Festival. This is the only information released so far, as neither the venue (in previous years it was Polana Harcerza) nor the artists are known.

If more information appears, it will probably be on the festival's Facebook page .

Enea Edison Festival

July 2-4

Once again, a music festival will be held at the Edison Hotel, located in Baranów, but still within the Poznań city limits. Organizers have already announced several artists. Varius Manx and Kasia Stankiewicz, who have been active for over three decades, will be performing. Their concerts combine new songs with timeless classics. Margaret announces new releases, but the concert repertoire will also include songs well-known to her fans. Bibobit, on the other hand, is a local band combining jazz, funk, electronica, and hip-hop. More than 20 years after her solo debut, Ewelina Flinta continues to demonstrate her willingness to embrace new sounds. Przebiśniegi, on the other hand, is one of the most interesting bands of the younger generation, demonstrating the ability to balance their traditions with the pursuit of new forms of expression.

More information can be found on the festival website and on the Facebook event.

On the Waves

July, August

Summer in Poznań is a time for free concerts called "Na Falach." No specific dates or artist names have been announced yet. However, we can already reveal that there will be five concerts at two Poznań lakes – Strzeszyńskie and Maltańskie. Who will perform? Details will be announced soon.

It remains impatient to follow the profile on social media .

Men's Playing

July 10-11

This is the 17th edition of the Żywiec Męskie Granie festival tour, which will return to Poznań. Each day will be different artists. On Friday, July 10, the main stage will feature: Yana; Zakopower xx Miuosh; Kacperczyk; Sistars; Męskie Granie Przestawia. On the Ż Stage, in turn, that day, the following will perform: Kuba i Kuba; Daria Ze Śląska; Radio Maria. Hoshii plays /ż/ Peszek; Fisz and Emade: Pan EF Pan Emade. On Saturday, July 11, the main stage will feature: Wiktor Waligóra; Tribute to Stanisław Soyka - Natalia Przybysz Feat. Smolik, Anna Maria Jopek, Grażyna Łobaszewska; Igo; Coma; Męskie Granie Orkiestra 2026. On the smaller stage, you will be able to hear: Metro; Warszawskie Combo Taneczne i Księżniczki Feat. Kasia Lins, Margaret, Mery Spolsky; Anna Maria Jopek; Lordofon.

Up-to-date information can be found on the event website and on Facebook .

Jarocin Festival

July 16 - 19

Although the festival doesn't take place in Poznań, it's still worth mentioning. Firstly, because many people from the capital of Greater Poland attend this event every year. Secondly, for over a decade, it has been organized by people and agencies from Poznań. This year's event was managed by Michał Wiraszko and the Trzy Sztuk Foundation – responsible for, among other things, the "My Name Is Poznań" project.

The lineup for this year's Jarocin festival is slowly taking shape. The project "Moja krew, Twoja krew" (My Blood, Your Blood) will premiere there on July 19th. Also performing will be Acid Drinkers, pioneers of Polish metal, and Dezerter, fearless commentators on reality, defining punk rock.and one of the symbols of the Jarocin festivals. Happysad will celebrate its 25th anniversary. Kasia Lins wasn't afraid to become a Citizen of KL and tackle the immortal, republican repertoire. The consistently expressive and extraordinary world of music will be featured by Closterkeller and a group of forty-year-old youngsters who played a record 14 concerts in Jarocin – Farben Lehre.

More information and further announcements can be found on the festival website and on social media .

Go! On Stage Festival

July 25-26

The Go! On Stage concert project is aimed at both young performers starting their journey in the music industry and artists active on stage but not yet discovered by a wider audience.

Just like last year, the Go! On Stage Festival finale will take place at Poznań's Zamek Cultural Center on July 25 and 26. Last year's headliners were WaluśKraksaKryzys and Molesta Ewenement.

Who will be playing this year? The answer to this question will appear on the event website and Facebook page .

Blue Summer Jazz Festival

Blue Note will once again venture beyond the club walls and invite you to an outdoor summer weekend at the Blue Summer Jazz Festival. Last year, performances at Stary Browar Park included Anna Maria Jopek and her "Przestworza" project, the Elipsis trio, the EABS band, American jazz icon Brian Jackson, soul singer Mica Millar, and the Blue Jazz Orchestra, well-known to Poznań audiences.

Information about dates and artists will certainly appear on the Blue Note club website and their social media.

BitterSweet Festival

August 13-15

The second edition of the festival, which debuted last year to widespread acclaim, will once again take place at Poznań's Citadel. Organizers started on a high note, announcing two headliners: Gorillaz and Twenty One Pilots. Later, Lorde, Charlotte Cardin, Paul Kalkbrenner, Meute, and Tom Odell were added. Most recently, Major Lazer, Rita Ora, Alok, Becky Hill, Ashnikko, Faithless, Chet Faker, and Parcels have joined the lineup. BitterSweet Festival hasn't revealed all its cards yet.

Further announcements can be followed on the festival website and Facebook.

Rockowizna Festival

August 20-22

The fifth edition of Rockowizna Festival will visit three cities, including Poznań once again. In the third week of August, the headliner at Ławica Airport will be the British punk legend Sex Pistols. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the release of their first single, "Anarchy In The UK." Only John Lydon, aka Johnny Rotten, is missing from the original lineup (he will be available in Poznań on May 13th with Public Image Ltd). Also playing at Poznań's Rockowizna Festival will be Lady Pank, Wolf Alice, Royal Republic, Acid Drinkers, Kult, and Romantycy Lekkich Obyczajów.

The lineup isn't finalized yet, so expect more announcements soon. You can find them on the festival website and Facebook page.

Santander Summer Sounds

September 4-5

Astronomically, it will still be summer, although the holidays are over (at least for students). Poznań will be the last stop on the Santander Summer Sounds festival's summer tour. On Friday, September 4th, performances will include Vito Bambino, Brodka plays Granda, Ralph Kaminski, Julia Wieniawa, Król / Tyszkowski (Ewa Koc), and Bass Astral. On Saturday, the stage will feature Kaśka Sochacka, Grzegorz Turnau with a symphony orchestra, Babie Lato: Natalia Grosiak & Bela & Kathia, Ewa Farna, Kacperczyk, and Xxanaxx.

Details can be found on the festival website and on social media.

17th Henryk Wieniawski Violin Competition

October 8 - 25

"A time like this comes around once every five years, and we must welcome it warmly," one might sing, paraphrasing the lyrics of a Kult song. But there will be no singing here. Instead, there will be plenty of violins and violins playing. The 17th Henryk Wieniawski Violin Competition received 252 applications from 36 countries on four continents. The largest number came from China, Japan, Poland, South Korea, and the United States. Of the candidates, 60% are women and 40% are men. The oldest candidate for preselection was born in 1996, and the youngest in 2008. The final list of participants will be announced on June 1st.

Who will win? The Gala and Winners' Concert will take place on October 23rd.

More on the Wieniawski Society website.