Apple Fest 2025

 

On Sunday, October 5, 2025, the Kashubian Cultural Institute and Museum hosted its annual Smaczne Jabłka or “Tasty Apple Festival” to celebrate Winona’s Kashubian Polish heritage. It took place on the Museum grounds in Winona, Minnesota and offered family fun and games, traditional Polish dishes, music, dancing, and more.

 

Lawn games were enjoyed by kids and parents alike

Raffle sales were brisk

 

It wouldn’t be Apple Fest without apple pies

 

Already a good crowd early in the festivities

 

Pretzels baked in the barrel-vault oven were a big hit

 

Enticing breads, pies, and preserves were for sale

 

Kitchen staff were kept busy serving pierogi, cabbage, rolls, “Polish” bratwurst, and other fare

 

Spirited bidding took place on over 150 raffle items in the center of the hall

 

Some festival goers took advantage of the free guided museum tours

 

Polish music flowed out from under the big tent outside

 

Thanks to our fantastic volunteers who made it all possible