Austin Polish Film Festival 2026

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In Celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the United States - this year's festival will be an exploration of connections between Poland and America.

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From historical dramas and comedies to free documentary screenings, live Q&As, and a piano concert - here is what’s coming to ATX this November!

FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS:

• Nov 5–8 AFS Cinema: 4 days packed with features, including Through the Wall, The Doll, Picasso's Mermaid, and FREE documentaries!

• Nov 6: Gala Reception catered by Apolonia Catering, Pierogi and More

• Nov 7 & 8: Live Q&As with directors Wilhelm Sasnal & Stefan Tompson

• Nov 15: Family screening (The Dog Who Travelled by Train 2) + Piano Concert at KMFA Classical 89.5 Studios

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This year's festival includes these films below (check out the full schedule here!)

• Ministranci (The Altar Boys) – Directed by Piotr Domalewski
• Syrenka Picassa (Picasso's Mermaid) – Directed by Janusz Zaorski
• Człowiek do wszystkiego (The Assistant) – Directed by Wilhelm Sasnal and Anka Sasnal
• Przez ścianę (Through the Wall) – Directed by Maciej Sobieszczański
• Nie ma duchów w mieszkaniu na Dobrej (No Ghosts on Good Street) – Directed by Emi Buchwald

(Check back regularly or register above to get updated on newly added feature films, guest speakers, and free documentary screenings!)

Organized by the Austin Polish Society since 2006, the Austin Polish Film Festival presents acclaimed Polish cinema, documentary work, and poster art to Central Texas audiences. The festival serves as a vibrant meeting place for international filmmakers, visual artists, and the broader Austin community.

Info: We will have a special tribute to iconic filmmaker Andrzej Wajda along with a poster exhibition featuring artwork created for Wajda’s films.

Info: Feature film screening, director Q&A sessions and an opening gala reception featuring authentic Polish culinary specialties by Austin's very own Apolonia Catering. You can view more details here: https://www.austinpolishfilm.com/schedule-2026

Info: Four film showings, including a FREE documentary in English and a Q&A session with a movie director!

Info: Four film showings, including a FREE documentary in English and a Q&A session with a movie director!

Info: Location: @ Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church. Special children's film screening and interactive activities organized by the local Polish school.

Info: Location: KMFA’s Draylen Mason Music Studio

Celebrated pianists Marek Drewnowski and Michał Drewnowski perform a musical tribute to Leonard Bernstein in honor of America’s 250th Anniversary.

Info: Followed by Q&A with director Wilhelm Sasnal

Info: Followed by Q&A with director Stefan Tompson

Info: Featured Family Film @ Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church at 3525 Bee Caves Rd, Austin

Info: @ KMFA Studios Bldg, Draylen Mason Music Studio at 41 Navasota St, Austin

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AFS Cinema, 6259 Middle Fiskville Road, Austin, United States

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