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The 33rd Wanda Rutkiewicz Film Festival 2026 at the Museum of Sport and Tourism

Immerse yourself in captivating sports and mountain cinema, featuring competitive screenings, engaging discussions, and practical workshops.

The Museum of Sport and Tourism presents the 33rd Wanda Rutkiewicz Film Festival, a unique celebration of sports and mountain cinema. Scheduled for October 23-25, 2026, this annual event features a competitive program of recent films, alongside expert-led lectures and interactive workshops. Discover diverse cinematic explorations of adventure and explore topics from climbing techniques to photography.

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Exhibition summary

The 33rd Wanda Rutkiewicz Film Festival will take place at the Museum of Sport and Tourism from October 23-25, 2026. The festival will feature a competition for the best sports and mountain films from recent years, alongside lectures, discussions, and workshops.

Curatorial context

The Museum of Sport and Tourism invites participation in the 33rd Wanda Rutkiewicz Film Festival, scheduled to occur from October 23rd to 25th, 2026. This annual event aims to showcase outstanding sports and mountain films from recent years through a competitive program. Attendees can look forward to a rich schedule of activities, including lectures and discussions with experts, as well as practical workshops. Specific workshops will cover topics such as "Cracks" and "How to Cross an Ice Sheet," related to mountain tourism. Additionally, the festival will offer supplementary training in sport climbing and photography workshops, among other attractions. The festival, named in honor of the renowned mountaineer Wanda Rutkiewicz, serves as a platform for cinematic exploration of sports and mountainous adventures. A detailed program of events is expected to be published in July. This edition follows previous successful iterations, with links provided to the 32nd, 31st, and 30th festivals, highlighting the event's ongoing legacy and commitment to promoting sports and mountain-related cinema.

Admission and ticket notes

The page mentions a detailed program will be published in July, but does not provide specific ticketing information for the festival itself. Visitors are directed to general museum visit information, which includes sections on opening hours and tickets, but specific festival pricing or booking requirements are not detailed on this page.

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Venue
Museum of Sport and Tourism
Current status
Upcoming
Exhibition schedule
Oct 23, 2026 – Oct 25, 2026
Artist line / attribution
Named in honor of Wanda Rutkiewicz.
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