Kosciuszko Foundation Washington DC Polish Film Festival 2026 | March 19–22

Join the Kosciuszko Foundation for the third edition of the Washington DC Polish Film Festival, taking place March 19–22, 2026, showcasing the very best of contemporary Polish cinema.

This four-day international film festival presents:

• 🎬 8 feature films
• 🎞 6 short films
• 🎤 Filmmaker Q&As
• 🌟 Special guest appearances
• 🏆 Closing awards ceremony

All public screenings take place at
Landmark's Bethesda Row
7235 Woodmont Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814

Tickets and Festival Passes are available exclusively through Eventbrite.

Opening Gala – Thursday, March 19, 2026

The Festival opens with an exclusive Opening Gala at RIAA (by invitation only).

We are honored to welcome special guest Dagmara Domińczyk, known for her role in the HBO series Succession.

During the Gala, she will receive The KF 2026 Pioneer Award in recognition of her achievements in international cinema.

Festival Pass holders are invited to attend the Opening Gala.

Additional VIP guests will include acclaimed actors, directors, and cinematographers from Poland and abroad.

Polish cinema is internationally recognized for its visionary directors and award-winning cinematographers — many of whom continue to shape the global film industry, including Hollywood.

This carefully curated program highlights:

• Award-winning premieres
• International festival selections
• Powerful contemporary storytelling
• Emerging voices in Polish filmmaking

Whether you are a foreign film enthusiast, a lover of European cinema, or simply looking for a unique cultural event in the DC area — this festival is not to be missed.

🇵🇱 The only Polish film festival in the U.S. capital.

The Festival concludes Sunday evening with the official Awards Ceremony, celebrating outstanding films and filmmakers featured during the weekend.

• 🎫 Full Festival Pass (includes Opening Gala invitation)
• 🎟 Individual Screening Tickets

Seating is limited. Early purchase is strongly recommended

Info: Feature film VINCI 2, 2025 (120 min) is preceded by the Festival Opening Remarks and by short film: "F*ck Them All" (about 30 min). Film screening will be followed by Q&A with film's leading actor Robert Wieckiewicz. Bethesda Row Cinema, Theater 7

Info: Feature film: FRANZ, 2025 (107 min) is preceded by short film: A.L. (10 min). Theater 6

Info: Feature film TRAVEL ESSENTIALS, 2024 (not in competition) is preceded by the opening remarks and followed by Q&A session with special guest leading actress Dagmara Dominczyk. Theater 6.

Info: Feature film PHOTOSENSITIVE, 2025 (93 min) is preceded by short film: Tiny Apocalypse (15 min). Bethesda Row Cinema, Theater 7

Info: Feature film: THE ALTAR BOYS, 2025 ( is preceded by short film: Do You See? (10 min) and followed by Q&A with director Piotr Domalewski and cinemathographer Piotr Sobocinski Jr. Bethesda Row Cinema, 7235 Woodmont Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814, Theater 6

Info: Feature film: Chopin, Chopin!, 2025 (133 min) will be followed by Q&A with pianist Brian Ganz. Bethesda Row Cinema, 7235 Woodmont Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814. Theater 6

Info: Feature film: BROTHER, 2025 (98 min) is preceded by short film: Jump (10 min). Bethesda Row Cinema, 7235 Woodmont Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814. Theater 7

Info: Feature film: HOME SWEET HOME, 2025 (107 min) Short film: I Gaze At The Sky (25 min) and will be followed by a panel discussion.

Info: Feature film: OPERATION POPE (116 min). Bethesda Row Cinema, 7235 Woodmont Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814. Theater 6

Info: The Festival opens with an exclusive Opening Gala at RIAA (by invitation only).
We are honored to welcome special guest Dagmara Domińczyk, known for her role in the HBO series Succession. During the Gala, she will receive The KF 2026 Pioneer Award in recognition of her achievements in international cinema.
Festival Pass holders are invited to attend the Opening Gala.
Additional VIP guests will include acclaimed actors, directors, and cinematographers from Poland and abroad.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Landmark's Bethesda Row Cinema, 2959 7235 Woodmont Avenue, Bethesda, United States

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