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Warsaw Independence Day preparations

Overview

In preparation for Independence Day on November 11, 2026, Warsaw authorities and event organizers have announced various measures and activities.

The Ministry of Interior and Administration has issued a regulation imposing a temporary ban on carrying or transporting any type of weapon within Warsaw for the full day. This prohibition is broad, covering not only the carrying of weapons but also the movement of unloaded weapons in cases or vehicle trunks. Under current law, the term ‘weapon’ includes firearms, pneumatic weapons, and incapacitating launchers. This measure aims to ensure safety during large-scale public gatherings and state ceremonies.

In addition to the ministerial weapons ban, the Mazovian Voivode has introduced a prohibition on the use of pyrotechnic products. Minister Marcin Kierwiński has called for coordinated efforts among security services to maintain public order and ensure the peaceful conduct of events, such as the Independence March, following existing high-level security alerts in effect across Poland.

Simultaneously, the city is preparing for the 36th Independence Day Run. The 10-kilometer race, which has seen record interest with all 22,000 starting packages sold out in advance, will utilize a route through central Warsaw, including Jana Pawła II and Niepodległości Avenues. Organizers have adjusted the route near Prosta Street to maintain the exact distance and accommodate the high number of participants.

Entities

Warsaw · Ministry of Interior and Administration · Poland · Marcin Kierwiński · Government Legislation Centre

Timeline

  1. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Warsaw implements temporary weapons ban for November 11

    Warsaw will enforce a temporary ban on carrying or transporting weapons and using pyrotechnics on November 11, 2026, to ensure public safety during Independence Day celebrations.

  2. [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Warsaw prepares for 36th Independence Day Run

    The 36th Independence Day Run in Warsaw has reached record interest, with all 22,000 starting packages sold out for the flat, fast 10-kilometer course.

  3. [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Warsaw to implement strict weapons ban for Independence Day

    Warsaw will enforce a comprehensive ban on carrying and transporting all types of weapons, including unloaded ones, throughout the city on November 11, 2026, for Independence Day.

Sources

bieganie.pl · farmer.pl · gazetaprawna.pl · milmag.pl · moj.powiat.pl · warszawawpigulce.pl · zdrowie.co.pl

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