Team Building in Poznan – 10 Ideas for an Event Outside the Office

Good team building in Poznan doesn’t have to mean yet another dinner in a hotel function room. The city has plenty of attractions that bring a team together better than a slide presentation: from an interactive croissant-baking show and a year-round ski slope at Malta to a private tram with music.

Below you’ll find 10 ideas for an event outside the office, tips on choosing the right format for your team and a sample schedule for a team day out in Poznan.

How to match the event to your team

Before you choose an activity, answer a few questions:

• How many people are taking part? A team of 10 will fit in an escape room, but a group of 50 needs an attraction booked exclusively for them.
• What’s the goal? Helping new employees get to know each other, a reward after closing a project, a company anniversary or an evening after a conference – each calls for something different.
• Who’s in the team? Not everyone enjoys competition and physical effort. It’s best to combine an activity for those who are keen with a more relaxed part for everyone.
• What time of year is it? Malta and outdoor activities work well in summer; in winter, go for indoor attractions.

10 ideas for team building in Poznan

1. A private party on a party tram

A vintage tram with a professional sound system and club lighting is an event your staff will be talking about for a long time. The party can start from almost any stop and finish near Stary Rynek (the Old Market Square), from where it’s easy to walk to dinner or an after party. For companies we provide catering, bartenders, team-building games, a flair bartending show and a banner with your company logo on the tram, among other things. You’ll find the details on our corporate tram party in Poznan page.

2. A show at the Poznan Croissant Museum

Rogalowe Muzeum Poznania, by the Old Market Square, puts on an interactive, roughly hour-long show about baking the St Martin’s croissant (rogal świętomarciński), finished off with a tasting. Participants help with the baking, while the hosts talk about the city’s history and the local dialect. The windows look out onto the town hall, where the goats butt heads every day at 12:00 – it’s worth timing your visit so you can see them.

3. A city game around the Old Town

Teams receive tasks and puzzles linked to Poznan’s history, on a route through the Old Market Square, Wzgórze Przemysła (Przemysł Hill) and the area around the Imperial Castle. It’s one of the best team-building formats for new teams, because it calls for cooperation and conversation.

4. Cooking workshops

Cooking together under a chef’s guidance is a great way to bring people from different departments together. In Poznan, the local theme suggests itself: pyry z gzikiem (potatoes with quark and chives), Poznan-style duck or St Martin’s croissants. At the end, the team sits down to eat what it has made. Read more about the local flavours in our guide to what to eat in Poznan.

5. Malta Ski and Lake Malta

The Malta Ski complex by Jezioro Maltańskie (Lake Malta) has a year-round artificial ski slope, and in summer a toboggan run and minigolf as well. Termy Maltańskie (Malta Thermal Baths) is right next door. It’s a good choice for active team building without leaving the city.

6. An escape room

An hour locked in a puzzle room quickly shows who the leader is and who’s best at connecting the dots. With a larger group, book several rooms at once and rank the teams.

7. Laser tag or paintball

For teams that like competition and getting active. A laser tag arena works all year round, while paintball is best planned between spring and autumn.

8. Bowling and billiards

A classic that works whatever the participants’ age or fitness. A bowling tournament with small prizes and a buffet is an easy recipe for a relaxed evening.

9. Brama Poznania on Ostrów Tumski

This interactive heritage centre on Ostrów Tumski (Cathedral Island) tells the story of the beginnings of the Polish state. A guided tour is a good option for guests from abroad and business partners visiting Poznan for the first time.

10. Dinner in a tenement house on the Old Market Square

Round off the day with dinner at one of the restaurants on the Old Market Square, where many venues have rooms for groups. After dinner, the bars and clubs nearby let anyone who’s keen carry on the party.

How to prepare a team-building event step by step

1. Set the goal and budget – this decides whether an evening in town is enough or whether it’s worth planning a whole day of activities.
2. Ask the team – a short survey will help you choose activities everyone will be happy to join in.
3. Book exclusive attractions – book the tram, workshops or a restaurant room several weeks in advance, especially before the Christmas party season.
4. Plan the logistics – the meeting point, transfers between parts of the programme and getting home after the party.
5. Take care of a keepsake – photo coverage or a short video of the event will come in handy for internal communications and your company’s social media.

If your team is coming from other cities, combine the event with some sightseeing – you’ll find tips in our weekend in Poznan plan.

Sample team-building day in Poznan

• 11:00 – a city game around the Old Town
• 12:00 – the goats on the town hall and a show at the Croissant Museum
• 14:00 – lunch and free time
• 18:00 – dinner at a restaurant on the Old Market Square
• 20:00 – two hours on a private tram with music and a bartender
• 22:00 – an after party in the centre for those who are keen

Team building after a conference or trade fair

Poznan is a city of trade fairs and conferences – the Poznan International Fair (Międzynarodowe Targi Poznańskie) is right in the centre. A private tram is a great idea for an evening with conference delegates, a visit from business partners or a reward for the sales team. We agree the route individually, so the start can be close to your hotel or the fairground.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a corporate tram party in Poznan cost?

We agree the price individually, depending on the number of guests, the duration and the extras you choose, such as catering, a bartender or photo coverage. Send us an enquiry and we’ll prepare an initial offer.

Can the tram be branded with our company logo?

Yes – we can put a banner with your company logo on the tram. It’s a good option for events for clients and partners.

When is the best time to book a year-end team event?

Book dates in November and December – the Christmas party season – several weeks in advance. There’s also a voucher valid for 6 months, which makes a great gift for your team.