Visiting timetable07:30 AM – 07:00 PM
Thursday, February 12, 2026
Memorial and Museum Auschwitz-Birkenau, Oświęcim, Poland
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Commemorations at Auschwitz-Birkenau: A Visitor Overview

Understand commemorations at Auschwitz-Birkenau, including International Holocaust Remembrance Day and how visitors engage respectfully.

1/24/2026
10 min read
Entrance in winter snow with historic sign

Winter inscription

Commemorations

  • Official ceremonies with dignitaries and educators.
  • Moments of silence and reflection.

Visitor Guidance

  • Follow instructions from staff; space may be limited.
  • Arrive early for public events when permitted.

Follow guidance from the Museum; space may be limited during ceremonies.

About the Author

Memorial Visitor Guide

Memorial Visitor Guide

I prepared this guide to help visitors approach Auschwitz-Birkenau with respect, historical context, and practical clarity, recognizing the dignity owed to victims and survivors.

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