Pierogi, Kielbasa, Chrusciki, Oh My!
Savor the joy of Polish cooking on Dyngus Day
 Easter is here and its time to celebrate…..the Dyngus way on Dyngus Day in Buffalo! Traditionally celebrated on the first Monday after Easter, this year’s Dyngus Day falls on April 9th, with events running until April 14th. Dyngus Day is historically a way of celebrating the end of Lent and embracing the Easter holiday. Through the years, Dyngus Day has developed into a celebration of Polish American culture, heritage, and traditions.
The newest addition to the festivities is the Inaugural Dyngus Day parade which starts at 5 p.m. on April 9th. The Parade will travel from the city’s venerable Broadway Market to the architecturally stunning Central Terminal in Buffalo’s historic Polonia District. The parade route will pass numerous Dyngus Day celebrations including those at local churches and community buildings.
Buffalo is widely recognized as the Dyngus Day Capitol of the World. Dyngus Day festivities in Buffalo began in 1961 with the Chopin Singing Society and have since grown into grand festival proportions. Events include Polish bands from across the nation, unique Polish Festhalls, and traditional Polish food that will be held all across the Buffalo and Niagara regions.
Here is a look at just some of the 18 Dyngus Day celebrations that will be occurring throughout the city on April 9th:
CENTRAL TERMINAL - BUFFALO POLONIA
Site of famous Dyngus Day parties of the past returns! Party in the historic concourse of the New York Central Terminal. On the route of the Dyngus Day Parade. Located in the heart of Buffalo’s Historic Polonia District, a short distance from other festival locations included St. Stan’s, Mickiewicz Library and taverns near the Broadway Market.
ST. STANISLAUS PARISH – BUFFALO POLONIA
The historic “Mother Church” of Buffalo’s Polish Community. Self proclaimed “Best Dyngus Day in Buffalo” celebration to feature music by Bedrock Boys & Stephanie & Her Honky Band. 5 pm - 11pm.
CHOPINS SINGING SOCIETY AT HEARTHSTONE – CHEEKTOWAGA
Organizers of Buffalo’s first modern Dyngus Day celebration, now in its 45th year. Features blessing of Dyngus Day buffet, performance by the Chopins Choir and traditional Polish dance demonstrations by the White Eagle Dancers from Ontario. Continuous polka music starting at 3pm with Rare Vintage 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm, alternating 6:00 pm - 2:00 am City Side with Ted Szymanski and Crusade with Eddie Biegaj.
For a week’s worth of great Polish music, dance, food, and festivities check out one of the best Dyngus Day celebrations in the world at Dyngus Day in Buffalo.
For further information please visit: www.dyngusdaybuffalo.com.
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