25th year Fotofestiwal 2026

A deep dive into the historical 'mutual gaze' – now suspended in a limbo between 'us' and 'them' – serves as the centerpiece for Fotofestiwal’s 25th edition. This year’s main exhibition explores the dual relationship between humans and non-human animals, setting the tone for our quarter-century anniversary.

We invite you to join us for a programme that uncovers the layers of American propaganda and fiction, a collective voice that addresses the growing climate emergency and the inevitable challenges following in its path, alongside numerous projects staged in open urban spaces and at exciting new venues.

There will be photobooks, events, memorable musical and audiovisual perfomances – we announced the highlights of our 25th edition.

The festival is one of the most important events related to photography in Poland and it will take place on 18-28 June in the post-industrial city of Łódź.