Polish Constitution Day May 3 — Polonia Celebrations in SoCal 🇵🇱

Celebrate the 235th anniversary of the Polish Constitution of May 3, 1791 — the first modern constitution in Europe and second in the world after the US Constitution!

🇵🇱 WHAT IS MAY 3RD?

The Constitution of May 3, 1791, was a groundbreaking document that established a constitutional monarchy, introduced political reforms, and granted rights to townspeople and peasants. It was a beacon of democratic ideals in 18th-century Europe.

📅 WHEN: Sunday, May 3, 2026
📍 WHERE: Polish community celebrations expected across Southern California

🏛️ EXPECTED CELEBRATIONS

• Mass at Our Lady of the Bright Mount (3424 W Adams Blvd, LA)
• Mass at Polish Center of John Paul II (3999 Rose Dr, Yorba Linda)
• Mass at St. Maximilian Kolbe Mission (1735 Grand Ave, San Diego)
• Community gatherings organized by PAC SoCal
• Polish Consulate events in Los Angeles

🎶 TRADITIONS

• Singing of Polish national anthem "Mazurek Dąbrowskiego"
• Raising of Polish flags
• Cultural performances and patriotic songs
• Community picnics and fellowship
• Educational presentations about the Constitution

🇵🇱 WHY IT MATTERS FOR POLONIA

For Polish-Americans, May 3rd is one of the most important dates in the calendar — a day to celebrate Poland's democratic heritage and remind the world that Poland was at the forefront of democratic governance. It's a day of national pride, community unity, and cultural celebration.

Stay tuned for specific event details from PAC SoCal and local Polish organizations!