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Polish Constitution Day Parade: Saturday, May 2nd 2026

Chicago is home to the largest Polish parade in the world outside of Poland. The Polish Constitution Day Parade is also the oldest continuously running parade in Chicago, dating back to the first parade in 1892 on the city’s South Side. Every spring, thousands gather in the heart of downtown to celebrate Polish pride, culture, and history, while enjoying delicious Polish food and honoring the historic May 3, 1791 Constitution.

Join us on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at 11:00 AM, as the streets of Chicago come alive at Balbo Drive and Columbus Drive—don’t just watch it, be part of it.

Featuring a Taste of Poland at the Parade

A Polish gathering, especially a parade, just isn’t complete without incredible food. This year, we’re bringing the flavors of Poland to the streets of Chicago, featuring food trucks serving everything from traditional favorites to modern twists, like the Pierogi Burger, Zapiekanka, Pierogi, Kielbasa, and so much more. Come hungry, leave happy and experience the taste of Polish culture.

Pierogi Kitchen & Spoko
Serving Zapiekanka, Pierogi, Kielbasa & more

Polombia – Chef Phil Sobon (Finalist, MasterChef Season 5)
A bold fusion of Polish and Colombian cuisine

Sausage Fest
Famous sausages & kielbasa’s

Montrose Deli
Classic Polish favorites, including their legendary pączki

Zakopane Street Food
Home of the famous “Pierogi Burger” inspired by Highlander street food

Waffle Hero (Winners, Season 17, Great Food Truck Race)
Polish Waffle
, sweets & lody (ice cream)

Weekend Events

  • Friday, May 1st, 2026: 9:00 AM
  • Laying of flowers at the Thaddeus Kosciuszko Monument
  • 1521 S. Linn White Dr., Chicago, IL 60605

  • Friday, May 1st, 2026: 12:00 PM
  • Polish Flag Raising Ceremony
  • Daley Center Plaza, 48 W Washington Street

  • Saturday, May 2nd, 2026: 10:00 AM
  • Food Trucks Open (Parade)
  • Grant Park, 501 S. Columbus Drive (Balbo and Columbus Drive)

  • Saturday, May 2nd, 2026: 11:30 AM
  • Parade Starts
  • Grant Park, 501 S. Columbus Drive

  • Saturday, May 2nd, 2026: 2:00 PM
  • Constitution Post Concert
  • Chopin Garden, Grant Park; 1071 S Michigan Ave

  • Saturday, May 2nd, 2026: 2:00 PM
  • Polish American Chambers of Commerce After Party
  • Millennium Hall Restaurant (Under the Bean) 11 N. Michigan Ave

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