The Grunwald Days 2023
On July 15th, 1410, the fields of Grunwald became the stage for one of the most significant battles of medieval Europe. The allied forces of the Crown of the Kingdom of Poland and the Grand Duchy of Lithuania, under the leadership of King Władysław II Jagiełło and Grand Duke Vytautas, triumphed over the German Teutonic Order, commanded by Grand Master Ulrich von Jungingen. This monumental event has been etched into the annals of history.
To honor this pivotal moment, the Grunwald Days festivities are held annually, bringing the past to life in a vibrant and immersive celebration. In 2023, these festivities will span from July 12th to July 16th. The main event, a grand reenactment of the battle, will take place on Saturday, July 15th at 3:00 p.m. Over a thousand reenactors, donned in period-appropriate armor and weaponry, will recreate the historic clash on the very fields where it originally occurred.
The Knight’s camp, located near the battlefield, will host around 4,000 participants, including knights and warriors. These participants will showcase their skills in various competitions and jousts, providing a thrilling spectacle for visitors.
Adjacent to the Knight’s camp, a craftsmen’s town will offer a glimpse into the life and trades of the era. Here, sword and armor smiths, fabric weavers, cooks, and musicians will demonstrate their crafts, employing the same techniques used in 1410. Visitors will have the opportunity to purchase unique handicrafts, making for memorable souvenirs of their journey into the past.
The Grunwald Days offer a unique opportunity to experience the history of medieval life and warfare firsthand. It’s not just a celebration, but a living, breathing reenactment of a pivotal moment in history. Whether you’re a history enthusiast or simply looking for a unique cultural experience, the Grunwald Days are a must-visit event in 2023.
Grunwald Days 2023- XXV Reenactment of the Battle of Grunwald” Schedule:
July 12, 2023 – Wednesday
11:00 AM – Archery Tournament "O Antałek Podkomorzego"
11:00 AM – Polish Championships in Knight Fights - VIII Senior Battle Tournament 40+
12:00 PM – VIII Polish Long Sword Championships "O Srebrny Miecz Grunwaldu"
3:00 PM – Gregorian Chant Workshop Part I
4:00 PM – Polish Championships in Knight Fights - VII Women's Battle Tournament
5:00 PM – VIII Polish Long Sword Championships "O Złoty Miecz Grunwaldu"
8:00 PM – XI International Medieval Ball Tournament - Bruchenball - "Grundial 2023"
8:30 PM – II Reko Dance on the Fields of GrunwaldJuly 13, 2023 – Thursday
9:00 AM – Holy Mass in the medieval setting of the Grunwald Schola
10:00 AM – II Archery Tournament "MAESTRO"
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM – Polish Championships in Knight Fights - VIII One-handed Sword Battle Tournament "O Srebrny Pas Grunwaldu"
1:00 PM – VI Grunwald Liqueur Competition
1:30 PM – 4:00 PM – Polish Championships in Knight Fights - VIII One-handed Sword Battle Tournament "O Srebrny Pas Grunwaldu" - FINAL
4:00 PM – Bule (Pétanque) - Eliminations
6:30 PM – Polish Championships in Knight Fights - "MELLE" - Banner Battle TournamentJuly 14, 2023 – Friday
9:00 AM – Holy Mass in the medieval setting of the Grunwald Schola
9:45 AM – Gregorian Chant Workshop Part III
10:00 AM – XI Polish Championships in Historical Chess according to XIV century treaties
10:00 AM – I Grunwald Spear and Shield Tournament
12:30 PM – "Grunwald Wici"
2:00 PM – Archery Tournament "EFENDI"
2:00 PM – Polish Championships in Knight Fights - Battle Tournament "Samowtór", fights 2vs2
3:00 PM – History of hunting birds Part I - "Claw and Sword"
5:00 PM – General rehearsal of the XXV Reenactment of the Battle of Grunwald
5:30 PM – History of hunting birds Part II - "Claw and Sword"
6:30 PM – XI Polish Championships VII One-handed Sword Battle Tournament "O Złoty Pas Grunwaldu"
7:00 PM – Vigil - Akathist in honor of the Mother of God with a procession to the ruins of the battle chapel, liturgy in a musical setting - Vocal Ensemble Scala Sancta from Warsaw
8:00 PM – 12:00 AM – Concerts on the occasion of the 25th Reenactment of the Battle of Grunwald Part I.July 15, 2023 – Saturday
9:30 AM – Hours about the Immaculate Conception of the BVM
10:00 AM – Pre-battle Mass De Divisione Apostolorum (Latin according to the 1410 form), Vocal Ensemble Scala Sancta from Warsaw and Grunwald Schola - Musical setting of the liturgy
10:45 AM – Armament of the lightly armed in the period of the Battle of Grunwald
11:00 AM – Bule (Pétanque) - Final
11:00 AM – Polish Championships in Knight Fights - VIII Battle Tournament for Minors
11:45 AM – Armament of the Knight in the period of the Battle of Grunwald
12:15 PM – Final VIII Battle Tournament for Minors
12:30 PM – Grunwald Appeal on the Monument Hill
1:30 PM – VOCANTUS concert of early music band
2:00 PM – Exit of historical reenactors to the battlefield
2:30 PM – History of hunting birds - "Claw and Sword"
3:00 PM – XXV Reenactment of the Battle of Grunwald
3:50 PM – CONTRA MUNDUM - music concert
4:30 PM – RODERYK - concert of the band "Medieval Folk"
Fashion show of the Middle Ages
7:00 PM – 11:00 PM – Concerts on the occasion of the 25th Reenactment of the Battle of Grunwald Part II.July 16, 2023 – Sunday
8:30 AM – Hours about the Immaculate Conception of the BVM
9:00 AM – Mass De Divisione Apostolorum in the medieval setting of the Grunwald Schola (according to the 1410 form, Latin)Please note that the organizers reserve the right to modify the program.
