In Poland, Easter Monday is known as Dyngus Day — a holiday celebrating Polish heritage and traditions following Lent. Here in the United States, in cities like Buffalo, Chicago, and South Bend, it’s the perfect occasion to indulge in some kielbasa and polka music. LOTS of polka music.
- Dyngus Day Buffalo (Monday in Buffalo, NY)
Buffalo has an impressive lineup of Dyngus Day events, with some bands playing multiple gigs on Monday. Performers include Lenny Gomulka and Chicago Push, Fritz’s Polka Band, and Concertina All Stars, and many more. - Eddie Blazoncyzk’s Versatones (Monday in North Liberty, IN)
Just outside of South Bend, Eddie Blazoncyzk’s Versatones will supply the tunes for Dyngus Day at the Crumstown Conservation Club. - John Stevens’ Doubleshot (Monday in The Villages, FL)
Dyngus Day festivities… in Florida? You bet!
But Dyngus Day is far from the only thing on our accordion calendar this week. There’s Kutshers Polka Weekend featuring Jimmy Sturr, Spring Oktoberfest in Philadelphia, the International Polka Association Benefit Dinner/Dance in Maryland, and a whole lot more.
If there’s something in your neighborhood that we’ve missed, let us know!