Polish Constitution Day is celebrated by more than one million Chicagoans every year in Chicago on the Saturday closest to May 3rd. This important national holiday commemorates the first democratic constitution signed in Europe on May 3rd, 1791.

This year's 118th annual parade drew more than 150,000 spectators to Grant Park, along Chicago’s magnificent lakefront on May 2nd. Jewel-Osco’s Jumbo Shopping Basket received plenty of attention from parade-goers and parade announcers alike! This year, members of the Polish American Association (PAA), along with their children, rode inside Jewel-Osco’s float.

For more than a decade, Jewel-Osco has partnered with the PAA in various community initiatives through sponsorship of the social service agency’s fundraising events, seniors’ program, food pantries, homeless shelter dinners, and more. And in recognition of their continued support, Jewel-Osco was honored with the PAA‘s Presidential Award’ last year.

Extending the celebration of Polish Constitution Day after the Parade, ‘Poland on the Pier’ – an exciting free-admission festival – was held at Navy Pier. Thousands of guests enjoyed a festive afternoon of musical performances by famous musicians from Poland such as De Mono and Manadryna, folk dancing ensembles, and indulged in authentic culinary delights! The enclosed Children’s Garden with various activities was especially popular among the youngest of visitors.

Jewel-Osco was not only one of the major sponsors of the event, but also provided plenty of attractions at their booth including exciting give-aways and sampling of Polish food and drinks. In addition, visitors who signed up for a new Preferred Card received a free, limited edition event T-shirt.