Everything You Need To Know For Dyngus Day

Dyngus Day is a huge celebration in Buffalo. If you want to go out or just check out the parade, we've got all the info you need here.

It's hard to believe that Dyngus Day is less than two weeks away. Now is the time to make your plans.

In case you don't know, what is Dyngus Day?

If you don't know, don't be ashamed. We're here to give you the education you need!

Dyngus Day is a Polish-American tradition that is celebrated on the Monday following Easter every year. This year, that is on Monday, April 21st. It's a date set aside to mark the end of Lent and celebrate Polish heritage with traditional food, drinks, and other rituals. Some of those rituals involve water fights and pussy willows.

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It's so big in Buffalo, NY, that it's often referred to as the "Dyngus Day capital of the world."

The Dyngus Day Parade

One of the biggest attractions for people of all ages on Dyngus Day is the annual Dyngus Day parade. As always, it will happen on Dyngus Day in Buffalo. It will start at 5:30 pm at Memorial Drive and travel down Broadway, ending at Fillmore Avenue.

Can't get to the parade this year, but still want to check it out? Click here to stream it live when it happens.

Where to go for Dyngus Day

I have to admit, I've never gone out for Dyngus Day. I've always wanted to avoid the crowds because I've heard it's huge. This year, though, I might just check it out for the first time. If you're like me, there's a pretty good chance that you don't even know where to start. Where do you go? Are there bars that celebrate? Is there a popular bar where everyone goes? Does everyone just leave from the parade, and can you follow the crowd?

There are tons of places that will be celebrating. The official schedule is listed here.  Here are more bars and official party spots. Some have live music while others feature special food or drinks.

Where to stay in Buffalo for Dyngus Day

If you'll be coming into town for the weekend, where is the best place to stay?  The Buffalo Airport Hotel is listed as the official hotel of Dyngus Day. They've even got special rates and a Dyngus Day package for out-of-towners or people who just don't want to go home that night.

Something new for Dyngus Day

This year they've got something new for our more energetic Dyngus Day fans. It's a special Dyngus Day 5k race they call the Dyngus Dash. You'll get a chance to run through the streets of Historic Polonia, Buffalo, NY!  Just watch out for the water guns and pussy willows.  For more info or to register for the race, click here. If you decide to race this year, you'll get: A Long Sleeve Shirt, Pussy Willow Pass ( $15 value), Race bib, Food & Drink Tickets.