# Wajda na Nowo film festival in Suwałki

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/wajda-na-nowo-film-festival-in-suwaki
> Updated: 2026-08-23T15:47:39.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

The 6th edition of the ‘Wajda na Nowo’ film festival was held in Suwałki from August 20 to 23, 2026. The event honored the legacy of Oscar-winning Polish director Andrzej Wajda, the city’s native son, through programming that included debates, exhibitions, and a competition for young filmmakers.

During the festival, a new mural created by poster artist Andrzej Pągowski was unveiled on the wall of the First High School on Andrzej Wajda Street. The festival concluded with a gala ceremony recognizing the lifetime achievements of Allan Starski, Janusz Gajos, and Wojciech Marczewski. The celebrations coincide with the Polish Senate declaring 2026 as the Year of Andrzej Wajda in anticipation of his centenary.

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### 2026-08-23: Suwałki unveils mural dedicated to director Andrzej Wajda

A mural honoring legendary Polish director Andrzej Wajda was unveiled in Suwałki during the ‘Wajda na Nowo’ Film Festival, celebrating his cinematic legacy and upcoming centenary.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/suwaki-unveils-mural-dedicated-to-director-andrzej-wajda

### 2026-08-20: Suwałki to host 6th ‘Wajda na Nowo’ film festival

The 6th ‘Wajda na Nowo’ film festival will be held in Suwałki from August 20–23, 2026, celebrating the legacy of director Andrzej Wajda with star-studded appearances and a new commemorative mural.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/suwaki-to-host-6th-wajda-na-nowo-film-festival

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