Freedom Day in Warsaw 2026

On March 28, 2026, Warsaw will host a grand celebration of the 108th anniversary of the proclamation of the Belarusian People’s Republic.

Freedom Day is more than just a date. It is a symbol of our independence and dignity. For over a century, this holiday has reminded us that Belarus lives as long as our desire to be free lives. Today, when the celebration is banned in the country, it is our duty to make the voice of Belarusians heard around the world. In 2026, Warsaw will become one of the main centers of the celebrations, and we invite everyone to join.

EVENT PROGRAM

The celebration will begin at 16:00 at Trzech Krzyży Square. Attendees will hear speeches from political and civic leaders, including Father Viachaslau Barok.

The event will continue with a grand march through central Warsaw. Participants, carrying a 330-meter national flag, will proceed to Castle Square. The column will be accompanied by Belarusian bagpipers and the historical reconstruction club Invictus 1863.

The final stop will be Castle Square, where political and civic leaders, including Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya, Pavel Latushka, and others, will speak.

A cultural program will also take place, featuring:

• Invictus 1863 – a historical reconstruction club recreating events and atmosphere of the 1863 uprising, meticulously researching costumes, weapons, and daily life, creating historically accurate portrayals;
• Katsiaryna Vadanosava – Belarusian singer, poet, folklore researcher, and master of traditional costumes, known for modern interpretations of folk music and promoting Belarusian culture;
• Volny Choir – a unique cultural phenomenon and musical-political movement born during the 2020 protests in Belarus, now a symbol of the Revolution; repertoire includes over 200 Belarusian pieces reflecting love and respect for the homeland;
• SHUMA – a band recognized for ethno-electronic music in Belarus and abroad, Eurovision selection participants, and organizers of the Warsaw festival Varuśniak.

An art fair will also be part of the celebration. To participate, fill out the designated FORM, after which organizers will contact participants personally.

INFORMATION AND SUPPORT

Currently, a fundraising campaign is active on the BYSOL platform to support the preparation and organization of the event.

Organizers: Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya Office, United Transitional Cabinet, National Reflection Representation, Belarusian Association of Political Prisoners “To Freedom,” community “Belarusians in Warsaw,” Belarusian Cultural Center in Białystok, the Free Belarus Museum.

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