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Day camps full of excitement in Thinking Zone!

Posted on by Katarzyna Halicka

The Thinking Zone School at Olivia Centre and Pan Robot invite you to summer day camps full of excitement! The day camp with Mr. Robot is 5 days of learning through play. Every day, children come into contact with modern technologies. The program includes: robotics and programming, 3D printing, programming, drones, Minecraft classes, outdoor physical games, improving communication and teamwork.

 

Highlights:

  • Date: July 28 – August 1
  • location: Thinking Zone School, Olivia Centre, al. Grunwaldzka 472
  • Residents of Olivia Centre have a special price!
  • for children aged 5-12
  • care and activities from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • meals (two-course dinner)
  • experienced and energetic staff of tutors
  • varied activities every day, including building and programming robots
  • Small groups
  • daily outdoor activities

 

PRICE: 950 PLN (Mr. Robot’s Students and Olivia’s Company Employees: 850 PLN)

 

The number of places is limited.

 

MORE INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION

 

Knowledge under fire, or once again about the Grand Finale of the Olivia Football League

Posted on by Katarzyna Halicka

The end of the season in the Olivia Centre Football League is a time of great emotions and great celebration, as you know. This year’s award ceremony was no exception. But this year we decided to check out the … knowledge of players and fans. After all, the skills of the teams on the pitch have already been confirmed by the cup and medals.

 

The highlight of the evening was a football quiz prepared by the best of the best, i.e. PubQuiz. The competition moved from the pitch to the tables and we assure you that there was no shortage of emotions! The participants had to demonstrate comprehensive knowledge, from the history of Polish football, through interesting facts about international stars, to the details of the current competition.

 

Curious what the participants had to face? Here are some sample questions from the quiz:

 

  • Give the name of the club that is missing from Ebi Smolarek’s career path?
  • Where will the 2030 World Cup be played?
  • How many goals were scored in the finished Olivia League season?
  • Which club did Neymar play the most games for?
  • In the 2016/2017 season, Legia Warsaw was the last Polish team to play in the Champions League. Name 3 group rivals of the Polish team.

 

The quiz turned out to be a bull’s eye and a perfect complement to the sports gala.

 

 

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE WINNERS:

1. LYRECO

2. GRID DYNAMICS

3. JUST JOIN IT

 

 

Fig. Artur Cichuta (@arturcichuta_fotografia)

 

It was a fantastic Children’s Day!

Posted on by Katarzyna Halicka

On Saturday, June 7, the area of Primary School No. 35 in Oliwa turned into a real town of joy. We celebrated Children’s Day together – with a flourish, smile and lots of attractions that attracted whole families.

 

There were tasty stops in the Food Zone – casseroles, pizza, pancakes and ice cream disappeared in the blink of an eye. The Art Zone was teeming with colours – the participants painted, created and tested the premiere of the Oliwa District Game. In Edu Zone , we experimented, solved the Rubik’s Cube and solved puzzles. And since it is a sports school – Sport Zone was really impressive! Shorttrack, figure skating, hockey and Zumba shows attracted attention, and those willing could try their hand at tennis, handball or rollerblading. For many, it was an opportunity to discover new passions in themselves!

 

The Fun Zone provided a constant portion of laughter: face painting, Pixel XL competitions, huge blocks and firefighter shows – there was no time for boredom.

 

It was a special day – full of energy, fun and neighbourly integration. Thank you for being with us!

 

And since #RazemMożemyWięcej, we are all the more pleased that we were supported by irreplaceable Partners: Pixel XL, Oliwa Town Hall of Culture, AP Galaktikos, Ecofloral, Medicover Polska, Bank Pekao S.A. and the Park On-Parkinson Association in Oliwa. Thanks to you, this holiday had even more meaning, color and joy.

 

See you next year!

Fig. Piotr Połoczański

 

 

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Safety Day 2025

Posted on by Katarzyna Halicka

For the third time, we organized Safety Day at Olivia – an event that reminds us in a practical way how important it is to care for safety in everyday and professional life.

 

Safety Day attracts more and more participants every year and emphasizes even more how important it is for us to take care of safety together. Thus, on June 4, Olivia’s patio turned into a meeting place with uniformed services and experts who shared their knowledge, experience and good practices – both everyday and necessary during holiday trips. We hosted the Police and the State Fire Service.

 

Policewomen from the Prevention Department of the Municipal Police Headquarters in Gdańsk and an officer from the police station in Oliwa talked about how to protect themselves and others, while showing their equipment and answering questions from children and adults. At the police station, there were also leaflets, gadgets and information about recruitment to the service.

 

Crash, rollover and wall crash simulators were very popular – a strong experience that stays in your memory for a long time and really encourages you to drive more carefully. Firefighters and paramedics also presented their capabilities – you could not only see their equipment, but also learn the basics of first aid.

 

There was also a good atmosphere – there were burgers, ice cream and live music. But what is most important is the awareness with which the participants returned to work and home.

 

Thank you for being with us. Because Safety Day is not just one event in the calendar – it is an expression of care for each other, which we take very seriously at Olivia.

 

 

 

 

 

The 1. Volleyball Tournament

Posted on by Katarzyna Halicka

The first Beach Volleyball Tournament this year is behind us. Although we did not give you much time to decide to join the competition, 5 two-person teams applied. On the newly opened pitches right next to Olivia, 10 matches were played on June 7. The competition system? BRAZILIAN, of course! Thank you for your passion and a lot of positive emotions. And see you in 3 weeks. Stay tuned for more sign-ups!

 

Final classification:

1. Kamil Durnakowski / Bartek Knieć
2. Maciej Skowroński / Viktoria Samp
3. Maciej Budzisz / Karolina Samp
4. Karina Semisotova / Alexandra Mialik
5. Jakub Mielewczyk / Oskar Matejewski

 

 

Complete results:

Maciek / Karolina – Kuba / Oskar 2:0 (21:6, 21:13)
Kamil / Bartek – Karina / Alexandra 2:0 (21:6, 21:8)
Kuba / Oskar – Kamil / Bartek 0:2 (3:21, 3:21)
Maciek / Karolina – Maciek / Viktoria 0:2 (25:27, 18:21)
Kamil / Bartek – Maciek / Karolina 2:0 (21:14, 21:14)
Karina / Alexandra – Kuba / Oskar 2:0 (21:9, 21:13)
Maciek / Karolina – Karina / Alexandra 2:0 (21:15, 21:17)
Maciek / Viktoria – Kamil / Bartek 0:2 (23:25, 14:21)
Karina / Alexandra – Maciek / Viktoria 0:2 (7:21, 16:21)
Maciek / Viktoria – Kuba / Oskar 2:0 (21:5, 21:10)

 

Fig. Piotr Połoczański

We invite you to Safety Day III in Olivia!

Posted on by Katarzyna Halicka

Safety Day III in Olivia is a day full of inspiring meetings, interesting conversations, inspiration and knowledge from the most reliable sources. On the patio of Olivia Centre, you will once again feel like a real hero of uniformed services, taking care of our health and safety on a daily basis: a firefighter, a policeman, a paramedic. You will check, with the use of special simulators, what a road accident, hitting a wall with a car, or a rollover looks like “from the inside”! We hope this will make you drive a lot more carefully.

 

4 June | 11:00 – 13:00 | Olivia’s patio!

 

 

In the program (we are still confirming everything, so the plan may be slightly modified until 4.06):

  • crash simulator,
  • rollover simulator,
  • police dog training show,
  • demonstration of police action of a forensic technician at the scene of an incident/crime,
  • demonstrations of police equipment, including a motorcycle of the Road Traffic Department policemen, a marked police car,
  • demonstration of the equipment of the State Fire Service, e.g. a combat vehicle,
  • dynamic oil extinguishing show,
  • presentation of equipment for cutting car bodies after accidents ,
  • lectures on safety on vacation and more
  • demonstration of equipment for first aid,
  • You will be able to train in basic first aid activities (and this can save someone’s life!)

 

We invite you, because there will also be:

  • Burgers
  • ice cream
  • and live music!

 

 

See you!

 

 

 

 

 

 

June under sail

Posted on by Katarzyna Halicka

We live and work by the sea – so how could we not take advantage of this unique opportunity? In 2018, we launched Olivia Yacht Club, bringing together recreational sailing enthusiasts and seasoned sea dogs alike. And we’ve been sailing together ever since. We officially kicked off the 2025 sailing season as early as spring, and we’ve already held the Olivia Yacht Club Cup Regatta! A quick reminder: here at Olivia, sailing season is practically year-round – including June! So join us for after-work cruises on Wednesdays or full-day Sunday sailing adventures. Pick your date and catch the wind in your sails!

 

We sail after work into the sunset

Join us for full-day Sunday cruises

Photo: Olivia Yacht Club Cup Regatta

 

Sailing is not just a sport or a passion – it’s also a way to develop strategic thinking, teamwork, and mental resilience. And of course, it’s a fantastic way to spend time outdoors and – in our case – a wonderful opportunity to explore the beauty of the Gulf of Gdańsk together.

 

A tradition of excellence

Olivia Yacht Club was created together with Mateusz Kusznierewicz – one of Poland’s most outstanding sailors, Olympic champion in the Finn class (Atlanta 1996), and bronze medallist at the Athens Games (2004). A multiple world and European champion, he has shared his knowledge and experience with OYC members, inspiring them, teaching, and motivating continuous growth in sailing skills.

 

Although he no longer conducts regular training sessions, he still sails with Olivia whenever his schedule allows.

 

fot. Olivia Yacht Club

Year-round cruises on the Gulf of Gdańsk

Olivia Yacht Club organizes cruises all year round – spring, summer, and even winter expeditions! Sailings depart from both Gdańsk and Sopot, and one of their proud ambassadors is Maciej Kotarski, Director at Olivia Centre. He actively promotes winter sailing as a great way to build resilience and mental strength. He also enjoys sailing alongside crews from Nordea, Capgemini, Grid Dynamics, and Just Join IT.

 

Partnership with Premium Yachting

Thanks to our partnership with Premium Yachting, our members have access to modern yachts and professionally organized cruises. Together, we’re cultivating a sailing culture and inspiring people to push boundaries – both in sport and in professional life.

 

Join us in sailing and discovering new horizons!

 

Do you know the world’s most prestigious sailing races?

Sailing is not only about leisure – it’s also about top-level competition. Some of the most renowned regattas include:

  • America’s Cup – the oldest and most prestigious sailing competition, held since 1851.
  • Volvo Ocean Race (now known as The Ocean Race) – an extreme, months-long round-the-world race.
  • Vendée Globe – a solo, non-stop round-the-world race with no assistance.
  • Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race – a challenging race from Sydney to Hobart, known for its tough conditions.

We invite you to Children’s Day for young and old on 7.06!

Posted on by Katarzyna Halicka

As every year, we invite you, together with Primary School No. 35 in Oliwa, to a super, mega and cool Children’s Day for young and old 2025!

 

When? 7 June from 10:00 to 14:00

Where? Primary School 35 (30 Wąsowicza Street)

 

This year, as many as 5 joy zones are waiting for you:

 

FOOD ZONE
delicacies for young and old

  • Casseroles and fries
  • Ice cream
  • Pizza
  • Pancakes
  • Homemade cakes
  • Barbecue

 

ART ZONE
Creative games for everyone

  • Outdoor painting
  • Art workshops
  • Premiere of the Oliwa District Game

 

EDU ZONE
 Puzzles and experiments

  • “Two machines for the Earth” – take care of the environment
  • Rubik’s Cube – learning and demonstrations solved
  • Math puzzles and tongue twisters
  • Learning first aid
  • Economic and banking game

 

SPORT ZONE
sporting challenges in every field

  • Shorttruck
  • Figure skating
  • Hockey
  • Handball and football
  • Tennis and ping-pong tournament
  • Zumba
  • Roll

 

FUN ZONE
physical games and lots of laughter

  • Building with large blocks
  • Competitions, prizes and quizzes with Pixel XL
  • Face painting and braiding
  • Educational games and activities with professionals
  • Demonstrations of a fire engine and a tour of its interior

 

 

You can’t miss it!

Take your good mood, family and friends – see you on
June 7, from 10:00 to 14:00
at Primary School No. 35 in Oliwa!

 

 

 

 

Tri-City makes its debut at the Night of Skyscrapers! Welcome to Olivia Star!

Posted on by Katarzyna Halicka

On May 31, 2025, the Tri-City will join the nationwide Night of Skyscrapers for the first time – a unique event that attracts lovers of architecture and urban panoramas. The residents of Gdańsk will be able to spend this evening on the 34th floor of the Olivia Star skyscraper – the tallest building in northern Poland, where they will enjoy an unforgettable view of the Bay of Gdańsk, atmospheric music, deckchairs and Instagram attractions. Admission is free – the order of arrival is decisive!

 

The Night of Skyscrapers celebrates architecture, urban skylines and modern office spaces. That evening, the residents of the Tri-City will have a unique opportunity to visit m.in. The 34th floor of Olivia Star, which remains inaccessible to visitors on a daily basis. You can visit Olivia Star until 2:00 am.

 

This is the fourth edition of the iconic event, which for the first time expands to several cities in Poland, allowing residents of different regions to discover the most spectacular skyscrapers in the country.

 

We invite you to the 34th floor of Olivia Star on May 31!
20:00 – 2:00

 

Olivia Star opens its doors to guests

The Olivia Star skyscraper, measuring over 180 meters in height, is the central point of the Olivia Centre complex in Gdańsk Oliwa, at Grunwaldzka Avenue. As part of the Night of Skyscrapers, from 20:00 to 02:00, participants will be able to relax in an impressive room with an 8-meter glass façade, from where there is a panoramic view of Gdańsk and the Bay of Gdańsk.

 

The program of the evening includes m.in.:

  • Chillout music played live by a DJ,
  • Sun loungers with sunset view,
  • Stylish gadgets and photo zones,
  • Bar with drinks and atmospheric lighting.

 


Admission is free – just download the OLIVKA app (available on Google Play and App Store) or show it in the My Olivia app.

The principle applies First come, first served – the first floor can accommodate a maximum of 350 people.

 

 

A few words about Olivia Star

The Olivia Star skyscraper, commissioned in 2018, is the showcase of the entire complex. It is not only a modern office space (over 43,000 m² of leasable space), but also a cultural center with restaurants, a conference center and an observation deck. The building has received the prestigious Breeam Excellent, WELL and WELL HEALTH-SAFETY certificates, which confirm the highest standards in terms of user comfort and sustainability.

 

Olivia Star is the tallest building in Gdańsk and the entire region of northern Polish. Its architectural height is 180 meters, and to the roof – 156 meters. The building has 35 floors above ground and 3 underground.

 

The Gdańsk skyscraper was designed by BJK Architekci, and the general contractor was Pekabex.

 

 

Night of Skyscrapers – a celebration of the urban panorama

The Night of Skyscrapers is an event that has been organized for several years in the largest Polish cities, m.in. Warsaw, Łódź and Katowice. During the festival, spaces in the tallest buildings that are inaccessible on a daily basis are opened – observation decks, roofs, penthouses and offices with panoramic views. The aim of the event is to promote modern architecture and integrate residents around urban spaces. The event is organized by the NowaWarszawa.pl portal The first edition of the Night of Skyscrapers took place in 2015 in Warsaw and attracted thousands of fans of architecture and skyscrapers from all over the Polish.

 

Gdańsk debuts in this year’s edition with a real momentum – Olivia Star is one of the most spectacular viewpoints in Poland, and the planned setting of the event will certainly attract lovers of modern interiors and urban atmosphere.

 

You can find all the information about the Night of Skyscrapers on the website.

 

 

ZOOM – a painting close-up of the young staff of the Academy of Fine Arts in Olivia Centre

Posted on by Katarzyna Halicka

We cordially invite you to the next exhibition of works of contemporary art presented in the space of the Olivia Star building. This time we are hosting “ZOOM” – paintings by five artists associated with the Faculty of Painting at the Academy of Fine Arts in Gdańsk.

 

The Academy of Fine Arts in Gdańsk is one of the most important art schools in Poland, with a rich history dating back to 1945. Its headquarters are located in three unique buildings in the center of Gdańsk: the monumental Great Armoury, the English House in the Main Town and the Small Armoury in the Old Suburb. These historic spaces not only give the university a unique character, but also inspire subsequent generations of artists. The Academy combines tradition with modernity, offering a wide range of courses and actively participating in the cultural life of the city.

 

“Zoom” is a close-up of the individual fields of vision and personal painting languages of the young teaching staff of the Academy of Fine Arts. It is also a confrontation of attitudes, aesthetics and creative strategies, which – although diverse – create a coherent and intriguing story about the condition of contemporary painting.

 

Artists whose works are presented at the exhibition:

Karolina Futyma
Przemysław Garczyński
Tomasz Kopcewicz
Agata Nowosielska
Agata Przyżycka

Accompanying events:

20 May, at 18:00 – official opening of the exhibition, vernissage
20.05–20.07.2025 – curatorial tours – an opportunity to discover works together and reflect with the curator

 

The exhibition is carried out under the aegis of the Olivia Centre and the Gdańsk Community Foundation.

 

We cordially invite all art lovers, students, residents of the Tri-City and visitors to Olivia to experience this painting narrative up close.