08 Nov 2019 | 04:09 PM UTC
Poland: Independence Day celebrations November 11
Independence Day celebrations scheduled for November 11; festivities and associated disruptions expected in Warsaw and across the country
Event
Poland will hold Independence Day celebrations nationwide on Monday, November 11, with some events beginning on Sunday, November 10. A series of events, including film screenings and military orchestra performances, are set to take place in 34 cities nationwide on Sunday. On Monday, Warsaw will hold an Independence Day march. The march will begin at the Dmowskiego roundabout at 14:00 (local time). From there, participants will march up Aleje Jerozolimskie to the PGE Narodowy stadium, where artistic performances will take place until 19:30.
A heightened security presence and associated commercial and transportation disruptions, such as road closures and public transport delays, are expected in Warsaw and across Poland.
Context
Poland is celebrating its 101st year of independence from the German, Austro-Hungarian, and Russian empires.
Advice
Individuals in Warsaw and across Poland are advised to monitor developments to the situation, anticipate a heightened security presence and commercial and transportation disruptions, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.
