Andrzej Wajda Mural at al. Kijowska. Unveiling on 20 October
On Tuesday, 20 October 2026, at 3:00 p.m., a mural honoring Andrzej Wajda will be unveiled at al. Kijowska 50 in Kraków. The work “Wajda czarno na białym” (“Wajda in Black and White”) was designed by Bartosz Podlewski, whose concept won a competition organized as part of the Andrzej Wajda Year. On the same day, at 4:00 p.m., benches commemorating the director and Krystyna Zachwatowicz-Wajda are to be unveiled in Planty Park.
In Brief
- The mural will be placed on the side facade of the building at al. Kijowska 50 in Kraków.
- The design “Wajda czarno na białym” was created by Bartosz Podlewski.
- The mural unveiling is scheduled for Tuesday, 20 October 2026, at 3:00 p.m.
- At 4:00 p.m., benches will be unveiled at the Piotr Skrzynecki Square (skwer im. Piotra Skrzyneckiego) on Poselska Street.
Mural on the Facade at al. Kijowska
The mural honoring Andrzej Wajda will be located on the side facade of the building at al. Kijowska 50 in Kraków. It depicts the filmmaker and draws on his body of work, which has for years been one of the most important reference points for Polish cinema.
According to a communication from Kraków City Hall, the work is titled “Wajda czarno na białym”. The composition therefore refers to the distinctive, high-contrast visual language that many viewers associate with his films.
Competition and Designer
The project was designed by Bartosz Podlewski. His concept won a competition organized as part of the Andrzej Wajda Year, which indicates that the project is linked to a broader program commemorating the director.
Materials from Kraków City Hall do not provide detailed information about the contractors carrying out the technical work or about the cost of the mural.
Program for 20 October
Tuesday, 20 October, will see two planned events in Kraków commemorating Andrzej Wajda. The main points of the program are presented below.
Both events will take place in different parts of the city, so people wishing to attend both ceremonies should allow time for travel between al. Kijowska and Planty Park.
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00 p.m. | Unveiling of the mural “Wajda czarno na białym” | al. Kijowska 50, Kraków |
| 4:00 p.m. | Unveiling of benches commemorating Andrzej Wajda and Krystyna Zachwatowicz-Wajda | Skwer im. Piotra Skrzyneckiego, Poselska Street, Planty Park |
Benches in Planty Park
The second part of the program will take place at the Piotr Skrzynecki Square (skwer im. Piotra Skrzyneckiego) in Planty Park, on Poselska Street. Benches commemorating Andrzej Wajda and Krystyna Zachwatowicz-Wajda are planned to be unveiled there.
The communication from Kraków City Hall about this event was published separately from the information about the mural. Both undertakings are part of the commemorations linked to the Andrzej Wajda Year.
Traffic Arrangements and Practical Information
The communication about the mural does not provide information about changes to traffic arrangements, street closures or other transport disruptions. The event mainly concerns residents and visitors to the al. Kijowska area.
No detailed consequences for public transport or for drivers have been given either. People planning to travel to the sites at these times can check current information on the Kraków City Hall websites.
Important: The unveilings will take place on 20 October 2026: the mural at 3:00 p.m. at al. Kijowska 50, and the benches at 4:00 p.m. at the square on Poselska Street. No information about traffic disruptions has been provided, so it is worth checking current announcements before setting off.
Frequently Asked Questions
The mural will be located on the side facade of the building at al. Kijowska 50 in Kraków. Its unveiling is scheduled for Tuesday, 20 October 2026, at 3:00 p.m.
The project was designed by Bartosz Podlewski. His concept won a competition organized as part of the Andrzej Wajda Year, according to a communication from Kraków City Hall.
Yes. At 4:00 p.m., benches commemorating Andrzej Wajda and Krystyna Zachwatowicz-Wajda are planned to be unveiled at the Piotr Skrzynecki Square (skwer im. Piotra Skrzyneckiego) in Planty Park, on Poselska Street.
Key Facts
- The mural at al. Kijowska 50 will be unveiled on 20 October 2026 at 3:00 p.m.
- On the same day at 4:00 p.m., the unveiling of benches is planned in Planty Park.
Based on information from: krakow.pl
