For several years now, our confectionery shop has been an exhibitor at the Gdańsk Fair. => St. Dominic's Fair. This is a unique event considered one of the largest outdoor events in Europe. For three weeks in the middle of summer, the streets of the historic city area are transformed into a true festival of wonders! Check out what attractions the organizers have prepared this year and be sure to visit Jacek Placek's stand at ul. Szeroka.

The Tradition of the Dominican Fair

The history of St. Dominic's Fair dates back to the Middle Ages, when in 1260 the Dominicans of Gdańsk received permission from the Pope to organize indulgence masses on the occasion of the feast of their founder. After the celebrations in the church on St. Dominic's Square, there was always a market of goods from different parts of the world, which was also accompanied by various events and entertainment such as theater or circus shows. Over time, so many traders gathered that the fair expanded to other squares - and so the Fish, Sienny, Coal and Wood Markets were created, and their names came from the products sold there. From its beginning, St. Dominic's Fair was held every year. Only the outbreak of World War II interrupted this tradition, which was not resumed until 1972. Therefore, the current edition is already the 764th Dominican fair.

Events and attractions during the St. Dominic's Fair 2024

Every year, during the fair, Gdańsk becomes the center of Europe. Thousands of tourists from many countries come here to experience this extraordinary festival of wonders located among the streets of the Old Town. It is worth mentioning that in 2024, the fair was in the top ten of the prestigious ranking "Top 10 Coolest Events in Europe", published by "Forbes" magazine based on the opinions of travel experts.

In addition to the typical shopping and gastronomic part, the organizers of the St. Dominic's Fair have prepared a rich festival program for visitors. It is inextricably linked to the fair stops divided into thematic zones. These special places create space for rest, activity and fun. This year, there are five stops: Retro, Adventure, Equality, Port Gdański and Przystanek Smaków. Each of them is distinguished by other attractions aimed at different types of recipients, e.g. families with children, seniors, jazz music lovers, film lovers or collectors of antiques. The fair program also includes the International St. Dominic's Run, the Grand Prix Dobre Jadło gastronomic competition and the Fair's Talent Forge competition, as well as numerous concerts, shows, exhibitions and street parades. Permanent points, which attract many visitors, are also the ceremonial opening and closing ceremonies of the fair.

Exhibitors' zone and Jacek Placek's stand at St. Dominic's Fair

The Dominican Fair is primarily an opportunity to purchase various interesting products at over 700 commercial and gastronomic stands. Most of them are for local entrepreneurs from Gdańsk and the Pomerania region, but there is also no shortage of exhibitors from other parts of Poland and abroad. Among them you will find craftsmen, handicraftsmen, artists and other manufacturers presenting their unique products. Their stands have been placed on special thematic streets, which makes it easier to locate them and make purchases.

A unique point on the festival map is Uliczka Pomorska on Szeroka Street. This is where you can taste regional delicacies and meet Pomeranian artists and entrepreneurs. We are also waiting for you at Jacek Placek's stand there. We are glad that once again we have the pleasure of being an exhibitor at the St. Dominic's Fair. As every year, we have prepared for you our delicious homemade pastries: traditional cakes, => crunchy cookies and many other desserts. We especially recommend our seasonal jagodzianki and malinianki – due to their filling composed exclusively of fresh fruit, we offer them only in the summer. These delicious buns are perfect as sweet snacks to take with you on your further journey through the streets of the fair.

We cordially invite you to visit the Jacek Placek Confectionery stand during the St. Dominic's Fair!