Dyngus Day 2026 Returns to Cleveland's Gordon Square Arts District

Annual Polish-American celebration features polka, paczki, and piwo for all ages.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 12:04pm

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The 16th annual Dyngus Day celebration in Cleveland's Gordon Square Arts District is set to take place on Monday, April 6, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. The daylong event will feature live entertainment, activities like the Miss Dyngus Day contest, polka dancing, and appearances from DJ Kishka, a renowned polka personality who will serve as the host.

Why it matters

Dyngus Day is a longstanding Polish-American tradition that celebrates the end of Lent and the arrival of spring. The annual Cleveland festival draws thousands of revelers to the city's Gordon Square neighborhood, supporting local businesses and preserving cultural heritage.

The details

Tickets for the 2026 Dyngus Day celebration are $14 for attendees 13 and older, while children 12 and under can attend for free. In addition to the polka music and dancing, the event will include the crowning of the Miss Dyngus Day winner and other Polish-themed activities and food and drink offerings.

  • Dyngus Day 2026 will take place on Monday, April 6, 2026.
  • The event runs from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

The players

DJ Kishka

A renowned polka personality who will serve as the host of the Dyngus Day celebration.

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The takeaway

Dyngus Day remains an important cultural tradition in Cleveland, bringing the community together each spring to celebrate Polish-American heritage through music, food, and time-honored customs.