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Warsaw Uprising W Hour Remembrance 2026
At 5pm on August 1, sirens sound and Warsaw pauses for one minute to remember the 1944 Warsaw Uprising; the wider anniversary programme is published separately by the city and museum.
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When
August 1, 2026
Where
Citywide; principal memorial sites include Gloria Victis
Price / access
The citywide minute of remembrance is free; individual programme events vary
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What to expect
- The fixed W Hour is 17:00 on August 1
- People and traffic stop across the city for one minute
- Museum and city ceremonies are separate from the citywide pause
Practical tips
- Stop safely where you are at 17:00 and follow local cues
- Do not assume an older anniversary timetable applies in 2026
- Check the museum and city channels for this year's ceremonies
Map
Coordinates: 52.250100,20.947700
Sources and freshness
Checked on July 10, 2026. We review this listing again by July 25, 2026; live schedules and access rules can still change.
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