Andrzej Wajda Mural on al. Kijowska. Unveiling on 20 October
On Tuesday, 20 October 2026, at 3:00 p.m., a mural honouring 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 held 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 the Planty park.
In Brief
- The mural will be placed on the side façade 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 Piotr Skrzynecki Square on Poselska Street.
Mural on the Façade at al. Kijowska
The mural honouring Andrzej Wajda will be located on the side façade of the building at al. Kijowska 50 in Kraków. It depicts the filmmaker and draws on his film legacy, which has for years been one of the key reference points of Polish cinema.
According to a statement from the Kraków City Hall (Urząd Miasta Krakowa), 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 Project Author
The project was designed by Bartosz Podlewski. His concept won a competition held as part of the Andrzej Wajda Year, which points to the project being linked to a wider programme commemorating the director.
The Kraków City Hall materials do not provide detailed information about the contractors carrying out the technical work or about the cost of the mural.
Programme for 20 October
Tuesday, 20 October, will see two planned events in Kraków commemorating Andrzej Wajda. The main points of the programme are presented below.
Both events will take place in different parts of the city, so anyone wishing to attend both ceremonies should allow time to travel between al. Kijowska and the Planty.
| 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 | Piotr Skrzynecki Square, Poselska Street, Planty |
Benches in the Planty
The second part of the programme will take place at Piotr Skrzynecki Square in the Planty Park, on Poselska Street. Benches commemorating Andrzej Wajda and Krystyna Zachwatowicz-Wajda are scheduled to be unveiled there.
The Kraków City Hall announcement about this event was published separately from the information about the mural. Both initiatives are part of the commemorations linked to the Andrzej Wajda Year.
Traffic Arrangements and Practical Information
The announcement about the mural does not mention any 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 drivers have been given either. People planning to travel to the area 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 on traffic disruptions has been provided, so it is worth checking current announcements before setting off.
Frequently Asked Questions
The mural will be on the side façade 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 held as part of the Andrzej Wajda Year, according to the Kraków City Hall announcement.
Yes. At 4:00 p.m. at Piotr Skrzynecki Square in the Planty, on Poselska Street, the unveiling of benches commemorating Andrzej Wajda and Krystyna Zachwatowicz-Wajda is scheduled.
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 in the Planty is scheduled.
Source: krakow.pl
