Marcin Podlewski
Horror in Japanese comics.
Language: Polish
DAYS
Programme · Day 2 of 3
Saturday, July 18
The main day in Wojsławice
A full day of author talks, living history by the pond, and an evening concert by Drewutnia.
What's on, where and when
Saturday’s programme
The full schedule for the festival’s main day.
Morning
9:00–10:00
Outdoor game “Find Wędrowycz’s Treasure”
A family-friendly outdoor game across the festival grounds.
Hosted by: Marek Farfos
Ongoing ·9:00–19:00
Exhibitors’ zone
A dozen or so craft, exhibitor and creator stalls – full list below.
Austeria u Moritza
LARP, a themed village and a 19th-century inn.
Kuźnia na Bagnisku
Live artistic blacksmithing demonstration.
Hosted by: Jurek Pędowski
Agro-Pszczoła
The history of beekeeping, live demonstrations, honey and bee products.
Hosted by: Jurek Luty
Historical camp
Weapons display plus games and activities for younger visitors.
Hosted by: Towarzystwo Szabli i Miecza z przyjaciółmi
Games Room
Board games from the association’s and organisers’ collections, until 8pm. From 11am to 2pm, a “World of Darkness” RPG session (18+, 5 spots) – sign up with the author.
Hosted by: Andrzej Pupin (RPG session) / Wszystko Gra – Strażnicy Kazamaty
10:00–11:00
Andrzej Pupin
How to start writing — advice for emerging writers. Part II.
Language: Polish
Batik workshop
Painting with wax and dyes. Cost: PLN 35.
Hosted by: Sylwia Jasiuk
Safe-bolt crossbow tournament
A target-shooting crossbow competition.
Hosted by: Towarzystwo Szabli i Miecza
11:00–12:00
Jacek Komuda
Kniaź Jarema.
Language: Polish
Samovar tea-brewing demonstration
A demonstration of brewing tea in a traditional samovar – and more.
Hosted by: Austeria u Moritza
11:00–12:30
The “7 Labours of Wędrowycz” contest
A multi-stage skill contest inspired by Jakub Wędrowycz’s adventures.
Hosted by: Marek Farfos
Afternoon
12:00–13:00
Michał Gołkowski
From democracy to tyranny – what went wrong in Russia?
Language: Polish
12:30–13:30
Long-distance weapon throw
A skill competition open to everyone.
Hosted by: Marek Farfos
13:00–14:00
Andrzej Pilipiuk
Author meet-and-greet.
Language: Polish
13:30–15:00
Sabre tournament
Spectacular sparring bouts among tournament competitors.
Hosted by: Towarzystwo Szabli i Miecza
14:00–15:00
Andrzej Łaski
Launch of the comic “Wędrowycz. Klątwa C₂H₅OH” and a meet-and-greet with the author.
Language: Polish
15:00–16:00
Jarosław Grzędowicz
Will artificial intelligence take fantasy away from us?
Language: Polish
16:00–17:00
Marcin Sergiusz Przybyłek
How do you build fantasy worlds that captivate readers?
Language: Polish
Samovar tea-brewing demonstration
A demonstration of brewing tea in a traditional samovar – and more.
Hosted by: Austeria u Moritza
17:00–17:30
A. Kudlicki – BT QUAND i Marek Farfos
“Through Roztocze and the Borderland with Wędrowycz” — a talk on routes, places and inspirations.
Language: Polish
Assembly of the re-enactment troops
Assembly at the Town Hall, drill and a march to the pond.
17:30–18:00
“The 16th-Century Wojsławice Raid”
A historical spectacle – battle re-enactment by the pond.
Hosted by: Towarzystwo Szabli i Miecza z przyjaciółmi oraz Fundacja Ku Przeszłości
Evening
18:00–19:00
Jacek Fleiszfreser
“NATO Article 5” – a tongue-in-cheek take on a Polish-Russian war.
Language: Polish
19:00–20:00
Grzegorz Pawlak
Author meet-and-greet.
Language: Polish
Team “Kubb” tournament
A team competition throwing wooden blocks.
Hosted by: Towarzystwo Szabli i Miecza
20:00–20:30
March to the pond
A group walk to the evening concert.
20:30–22:00
The band “Drewutnia”
A concert by the pond closing out Saturday evening.
Full list of exhibitors at the festival
Fundacja “GROM – Siła i Honor”Exhibits and stories from the history of the GROM special forces unit.
Faculty of Chemistry, UMCS in LublinDemonstrations and experiments.
Kuźnia na BagniskuArtistic blacksmithing.
Franciszek M. Piątkowski — “Uniwersum Powiernika”Slavic-inspired fiction and accessories.
Piwnica z Pasją — Julian JasiukPottery and its history.
Zbyszek LarwaComics and artwork.
Jacek FleiszfreserBooks by the author himself.
Eko-FolkSacred and folk painting on wood.
Tośka TatuujeFace painting and temporary tattoos for children — and grown-ups too.
Weles CraftLeatherworking and handcrafted leather goods.
Andrzej LabrasBrass items: buckles, key rings and more.
FloriaFantasy-themed crafts, merchandise from the “Orzeł Biały” universe and books by Marcin Sergiusz Przybyłek.
Na Ganku Kasi — Katarzyna and Norbert KościeszaNatural stone jewellery, accessories and books by Norbert Kościesza.
Lubycza Królewska CommuneRegional Chamber of Petrified Trees.
Skarby Afryki — Emil NowickiHandicrafts from Kenya, made by Maasai artisans and Acholi women.
Before you set off
Practical information before you arrive
Everything worth sorting before you set off — without having to read the whole rulebook.
Accreditation
- PLN 50 for the whole festival
- Covers all events and competitions
- Pick it up at the organisers’ desk
Parking
- By the Town Hall (Urząd Gminy)
- By the Synagogue – Izba Pamięci
- GCKSiT car park reserved for guests and programme contributors
Food & drink
- Food trucks by the pond
- “Kebab w Wojsławicach”
- “ARS” food stall
Accommodation
- Camping by the market and opposite GCKSiT (Thu–Mon)
- Fire station in Majdan Stary (Fri–Sun)
- Advance registration required
Festival map
- Parking, food and accommodation
- Legend with all markers
- Route from the market square to the pond
Organisational contact
- Three organisers on site
- For questions about accreditation and first aid
- Phone support throughout the festival
Getting your bearings
Festival map
The main programme locations, parking areas, campsites and food points are marked with letter markers.
WOJSŁAWICE · 2026
Wojsławice, July 2026 — the key stops on the festival trail.
Got a question?
Organisational contacts
This event doesn’t happen by itself
The organisers extend heartfelt thanks to the people and institutions without whose help parts of the programme would not be possible.
- The Volunteer Fire Brigades of Majdan Stary and Wojsławice.
- The village head of Majdan Stary, Monika Mielniczuk.
- Zofia and Sylwester Jałochowski, owners of the campsite by GCKSiT.
- Kazimierz Bojko, owner of the campsite opposite GCKSiT.
- Grażyna Skiba, for lending the grounds for Saturday’s battle re-enactment.
EVENT ORGANISER
Ku Przeszłości Foundation
Jakub Wędrowycz Days is brought to life by people who weave together fantasy, history, local tradition and a community gathered around one of Poland’s most extraordinary festivals.
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