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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

Date status

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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

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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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