Christian Creativity Festival "Szukałem Was"

In 1997 pope John Paul II visited Tatra mountains. As a memorial we celebrate Zakopane Days every year. Additionaly, children and youth of Poland meet up in our town to improve their talents, anwering one of the last calls of John Paul II: "I was searching for You..." ("Szukałem Was"). During four festival days we explore teachings and live of John Paul II. Contestants compete against each other for Mayor of Town Zakopane prizes in theater, music literature and plastic arts. Annualy, the festival answers the words of a pope: "I was searching for You, and now You came to me". It gathers young people who want to live and create according to christian values and teachings of John Paul II. Next days begin with the Eucharist in Zakopane churches and end up with concerts. During those concerts, highlander culture and tradition, invited artists from Poland and also Laureates from last festival editions are presented. Yearlasting cooperation with Salvatorian Priests resulted in Religious Song Festival in Trzebnica Laureate concert. Free entrance for all the events.

Christian Creation Festival is youth and culture celebration during Zakopane Days, which were created by resolution XLIII/437/2002 from Town Council of Zakopane to commemorate pope John Paul II visit to Zakopane and Tatra mountains in june 1997.

Fesival's organizers are: Mayor of Town Zakopane with support from local parishes, Zakopane Cultural Center and Slavatorian Youth Movement. We always invite you to the next festival edition!