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What’s on in Warsaw this week

Eight events from Friday 16 to Sunday 18 October. Five are in this week’s email too. Every event link goes to its independent organiser. Spotka made the illustrations; they do not depict the events.

16–17 October · Free ticket required

Anime, comics and games at Mangafest

Spend Friday or Saturday exploring cosplay, comics, creative activities and games at Galeria Młociny. Download a free ticket from the organiser's page; purchases are optional.

Galeria Młociny, ground floor

Organiser’s page

17–18 October · Saturday 11:00–21:00, Sunday 11:00–18:00 · Free entry

Meet the makers at Wzory

Browse ceramics, jewellery, posters and vintage finds at Elektrownia Powiśle. Go with a friend and see which handmade object catches each of your eyes. Purchases cost extra.

Elektrownia Powiśle

Organiser’s page

17–18 October, from 16:00 · Free

Lights after dark in Wilanów

Head to Plaża Wilanów for music, fire and laser shows. On Saturday 17 October, laser shows start at 20:00 and 21:15. On Sunday 18 October, the fire show starts at 18:30, the first laser follows it, and the last laser show starts at 20:15. An outdoor option if you feel like a longer evening out.

Plaża Wilanów

Organiser’s page

Sunday 18 October, 16:00 · Free

A silent film with a live soundtrack

Watch Cud nad Wisłą (1921) with music performed live by Marcin Pukaluk. The screening includes an introduction about the film. English subtitles are not confirmed.

Kino Świt, Wysockiego 11

Organiser’s page

Until Sunday 18 October · Standard screenings 20–25 zł

Last days of the Warsaw Film Festival

Still on from last week's list: choose a weekday screening with a friend. Standard tickets are 20 zł for daytime screenings and 25 zł later; special screenings cost more. Check the film's language, subtitles and ticket availability before booking.

Kinoteka, Atlantic, Luna and other festival cinemas

Organiser’s page

Saturday 17 October, 11:00–14:00 · 299 zł

Paint a ceramic sugar skull

A small-group tile painting workshop using the cuerda seca technique. Check places with the organiser.

Z10.Studio, Zachariasza 10

Organiser’s page

Saturday 17 October, 11:00 · Free ticket required

A guided visit to the Tchorek studio

A different look at the historic studio with a Museum of Warsaw guide. Get a free ticket from the museum.

Pracownia Karola Tchorka

Organiser’s page

Saturday 17 October, 15:00 · 399 zł

Cook comfort food together

A hands-on cooking workshop with Foodie City. Check availability on the organiser’s page.

Foodie City, Plac Trzech Krzyży 10/14

Organiser’s page