Polish-Hungarian Friendship Day
March 23, Sunday
Polish-Hungarian Friendship Day is celebrated annually on March 23 and symbolizes the centuries-old bonds of brotherhood between Poland and Hungary. This holiday became official in 2007 after the parliaments of both countries adopted the relevant resolutions.How is the holiday celebrated?
Cultural events - concerts, exhibitions and festivals dedicated to Polish and Hungarian culture are held in both countries.
Official meetings - delegation visits are organized at the government level to discuss and strengthen bilateral relations.
Historical excursions - visits to memorial sites associated with common history.
Holiday motto
It is believed that the friendship between Poland and Hungary is expressed in the old proverb:
"Polak, Węgier, dwa bratanki, i do szabli, i do szklanki"
(A Pole and a Hungarian are two brothers, both in battle and over a glass).