July 2025 in Zakopane promises to be exceptionally intense and diverse. Under the Tatra Mountains, residents and tourists alike can expect an explosion of events – from summer film festivals, through artistic and educational workshops, to concerts, exhibitions, and sports competitions. Regardless of age or interests, everyone will find something for themselves – in atmospheric villas, open-air stages, museums, galleries, and on mountain trails. Discover what Zakopane has prepared for this summer month and let yourself be carried away by the unique atmosphere of the capital of the Tatras.
Summer Workshops at the Tatra Museum – a summer full of creativity and fun
From July 1 to August 31, 2025, the Tatra Museum invites children, teenagers, and adults to summer workshops full of highlander culture, art, and imagination. Classes take place Monday through Friday at various locations – from the Spiš branch, through museums and galleries in Zakopane, to the ethnographic gardens of Villa Koliba.
The program includes:
- Mondays in Spiš – yarn dolls, painted trinket boxes, Tatra-inspired pins
- Imagination Tuesdays – creative fun inspired by Witkacy’s art and art activities at the Hasior Gallery
- Painted Wednesdays – glass painting workshops at the Kornel Makuszyński Museum
- Ethno-Thursdays – cross-stitch embroidery in Koliba’s garden and sculpture workshops at the main building
- Fridays at Kornel’s – activities with Koziołek Matołek and Małpka Fiki-Miki for the youngest
Classes cost 10–20 PLN per person, with discounts for residents of selected Podhale municipalities. Registration is required via email or phone – rezerwacja@muzeumtatrzanskie.pl, tel. 533 925 111 (Mon–Fri, 9:00–15:30).
Important: classes run only for a minimum of 5 participants. This summer can be creative, colorful, and truly inspiring – see you at the Tatra Museum!
BNP Paribas Summer Cinema – a giant screen under the Tatras all summer long
From July 1, Zakopane once again joins the longest summer film festival in Poland! All summer, every evening after dusk, a unique open-air cinema – BNP Paribas Summer Cinema Sopot–Zakopane – awaits at Krupówki.
This is the 18th edition of the festival, attracting cinema lovers from all over Poland. This year it celebrates its “coming of age” and the 130th anniversary of cinema. On screen will be over 60 films – from classics to the latest hits – including Amélie, Mulholland Drive, Batman, Knife in the Water, and My Neighbor Totoro.
Each day of the week has its own cinematic theme:
- Mondays – family-friendly films for the whole family
- Tuesdays – “We Love Cinema” – festival and award-winning films
- Wednesdays – “Made in Poland by LOTTO” – best Polish productions
- Thursdays – films with a message under “Good Decisions”
- Fridays – Oscar nights
- Saturdays – Warner Bros. hits
- Sundays – “Woman with a Camera” – female filmmakers in front of and behind the lens
Screenings in Zakopane start daily at 21:30 in July and 21:00 in August, right after sunset. Admission is free; just find a comfortable spot – the atmosphere is created by the screen, the stars above, and the Tatra air. It’s not just cinema under the Tatras – it’s an experience of shared emotions, beautiful evenings, and the magic of the big screen in a unique location. Don’t miss it!
Summer “PoSzlaki” with Tatra National Park – education on the trail and in downtown Zakopane
Tatra National Park invites you to the summer edition of the PoSzlaki program – a series of daily meetings with educators in the heart of the Tatras. All summer, from July through the end of August, nature enthusiasts can join free trail lectures, family guided hikes, and meetings at the TNP Nature Education Center in Zakopane.
PoSzlaki on the trail
Every day between 10:00–14:00, TNP educators wait for tourists at eight popular Tatra trail points. Look for the program flag and join short lectures about nature, safety rules, and responsible mountain hiking.
Meeting points:
- Rusinowa Polana
- Polana Huciska (new)
- Czarny Staw Gąsienicowy
- Kalatówki
- Wielka Polana Małołącka
- Czerwona Przełęcz
- Nosalowa Przełęcz (new)
- Smreczyński Staw
Weekly additional events:
- Mondays & Wednesdays at 9:00 – family guided hikes (tickets required)
- Tuesdays at 18:00 – lectures at the Nature Education Center (Chałubińskiego 42a, free entry)
- Thursdays at 16:00 – guided tours of Kuźnice (start: Kuźnice 1, free entry)
Lecture topics in July and August: lynxes, bears, mountain storms, chamois, bark beetles, shepherding, autumn hazards – each Tuesday lecture offers a fresh perspective on Tatra nature, led by TNP specialists and enthusiasts.
Summer PoSzlaki is a great way to combine active rest with valuable knowledge and a deeper understanding of the mountain world. No registration required – just be at the right place at the right time. Details, schedules, and tickets for hikes will be available soon on the TNP website.
“Land-scape” – Klaudia Kot’s Exhibition at STRH Bistro Art Cafe
From July 2 to August 31, 2025, STRH Bistro Art Cafe (ul. Krupówki 4a) in Zakopane will host a unique photography exhibition by Klaudia Kot titled “Land-scape.” This is a proposal for those who wish to see landscape not merely as a view, but as a space filled with meaning, memory, and dialogue with the past.
In her works, the artist combines elements of mountain landscape, architecture, and folk ornamentation from the Podhale region, creating digital photomontages with a layered, almost sculptural structure. All the images are rendered in grayscale, emphasizing their timeless and contemplative nature.
“Land-scape” is a story about landscape as a carrier of identity and cultural memory – not realistic, but symbolic. The exhibition is the result of a multi-year artistic and research project carried out in part in Zakopane. Opening: July 2, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM, Venue: STRH Bistro Art Cafe, ul. Krupówki 4a, Zakopane, Admission: Free. It’s worth stopping by during a summer stroll down Krupówki – a meeting with a landscape that says more than meets the eye.
Student Film Showcase of the Warsaw Film School in Zakopane
From July 2 to 6, 2025, Zakopane will host a special film event – the Student Film Showcase of the Warsaw Film School and Film High School students. The venue will be Café Witkacy at Chramcówki 15.
The program will feature the most interesting short films – both fiction and documentary – created by emerging filmmakers already gaining awards and recognition. It’s the perfect opportunity to experience fresh, bold, and emotionally powerful cinema, including films featuring well-known actors.
Program highlights include:
- Themed screenings for teenagers and adults
- Outdoor screenings featuring the school’s biggest hits
- Oscar-nominated films
- Meet-&-greet with filmmakers and student shorts
Schedule details:
Wednesday, July 2 – from 18:00
Screening of Warsaw Film School student shorts
Thursday, July 3 – 16+ films
From 18:00 – including Syn szczęścia, Zimny koń, Mama, Baba lancetowa
Friday, July 4 – 18+ films
From 18:00 – including Te chłodne płomienie, Czerwony, Rozkwit zimowy
Saturday, July 5 – outdoor cinema
From 18:00 – the biggest hits of recent years: Byliland, Instynkt, Przed świetami
Sunday, July 6 – award-winning and nominated films
From 18:00 – Sukienka, Nasza klątwa, Moje serce rybą jest
Free entry. Venue: Café Witkacy, Chramcówki 15, Zakopane
Organisers: Warsaw Film School, Film High School, Café Witkacy
This is a unique chance to see what young cinema is creating today – and where it’s heading.
“Composing Personality. Witkacy” – a new exhibition at Villa Oksza
From June 28 to October 30, 2025, the Art Gallery at Villa Oksza (Zamoyskiego 25) is hosting an exhibition dedicated to Stanisław Ignacy Witkiewicz, marking the 140th anniversary of his birth. This exceptional Tatra Museum project offers a view of Witkacy not only as an artist, but as a person immersed in relationships, emotions, and social contexts.
The “Composing Personality. Witkacy” exhibition is divided into three parts:
- Authorities and Disappointments – relationships with his father and mentors, influence of his mother, teachers and caregivers
- Passions and Fascinations – women who inspired and shaped the artist
- Entanglements – Zakopane environment, friendships and social ties that fueled creativity but also caused conflicts
At the center of each section is Witkacy – a mythic Helios around whom people from his life circle. They include Jadwiga Janczewska, Irena Solska, Czesława Oknińska, as well as the Fedorowicz and Białynicki-Birula families.
The exhibition also shows how Zakopane – with its magnetism and tension – became not just a backdrop but a main character in the artist’s life and work. Curator: Zofia Radwańska. The event is under the honorary patronage of the Mayor of Zakopane and the Witkacy Institute. A must-see for anyone interested in Zakopane’s art, history, and a personality who continues to fascinate.
Academy of Future Competencies – develop yourself this summer in Zakopane
Are you aged 14–20 and want to do more than just relax this summer? The Academy of Future Competencies offers free workshops for youth, starting June 21 at the Mediateka Branch (PKS Bus Station, Chramcówki 35a). Great opportunity to develop skills useful for school and life.
Participants will use Design Thinking to create their own social project. Program also includes practical sessions with a career advisor.
What to expect?
- learning cooperation and communication
- creativity and critical thinking exercises
- support in coping with stress
- help with writing CVs and preparing for interviews
- meeting inspiring people and discovering new opportunities
Sessions take place on Saturdays from 10:00 to 15:00. Free entry. First session already on June 21 – just come and see if it’s for you!
Active Senior – Tuesdays at Mediateka for passionate seniors
The Municipal Public Library in Zakopane invites all seniors to a series of free sessions that combine learning, entertainment, and personal development. Meetings are held every Tuesday at 11:00 at the Mediateka Branch (Chramcówki 35a, PKS Bus Station).
A perfect opportunity to care for your mind, make new friends, and spend time actively in an inspiring group. Each meeting covers a different theme, so everyone will find something interesting.
Program includes:
- From A to あ – travel and culture sessions about Japan (1st Tuesday of the month)
- English through games – fun language learning (2nd Tuesday)
- Art workshops – creative crafts (3rd Tuesday, registration required)
- Memory training – exercises supporting concentration and logical thinking (4th Tuesday)
Each session lasts about 1.5 hours. Free entry – just come or register by phone: 887 221 228. The library invites you – take care of yourself and enjoy Tuesday mornings!
Summer TeamUp – Thursday afternoons for children at Mediateka
The Municipal Public Library in Zakopane, together with the City of Zakopane, invites children aged 6–12 and their parents to the summer workshop series “Summer TeamUp”. Sessions take place every Thursday at 16:00 at the Mediateka Branch (Chramcówki 35a).
It’s a unique summer offer – full of movement, fun, and emotional support. The program aims to strengthen relationships, build confidence, and help with everyday challenges.
Topics of individual meetings:
- 07 – Friendship and friends
- 07 – Respect
- 07 – Conflicts
- 07 – Anger
- 08 – Fear
- 08 – Bullying
- 08 – Assertiveness
- 08 – Stress and tension
Sessions are free and don’t require registration. Just come and join the fun. More information: tel. 887 221 228. This summer can be truly meaningful – welcome to Mediateka!
“Stitched Through Generations – white embroidery as living heritage at the Red Manor”
Villa Czerwony Dwór invites you to a special exhibition dedicated to Podhale white embroidery – an art developed in homes over decades, not just as craft but as intergenerational expression. “Stitched Through Generations. White Embroidery as Heritage” tells the story of two artists from Dzianisz – Genowefa Zarycka and her daughter-in-law Zofia Zarycka. Their work is more than decoration – it’s a testament to time, tradition, and women’s strength.
Genowefa Zarycka (1935–2021) created hundreds of intricate patterns over more than 70 years – from highlander shirts to church embroideries. Her whites were never monotonous – each motif carried the soul of Podhale. Today, her legacy continues through Zofia Zarycka – with the same precision, but a contemporary perspective. Her work marries classic motifs with modern form while keeping authenticity.
The exhibition is not only a feast for the eyes – it offers insight into a woman’s daily life interwoven with traditional heritage. Vernissage: July 4, 17:00 Exhibition dates: July 5 – August 5, daily 10:00–17:00 Venue: Villa Czerwony Dwór, Kasprusie St., Zakopane. Free entry This is a meeting with living tradition still being stitched in Podhale.
“Evening at Czerwony Dwór – history of the Sanctuary at Krzeptówki”
On Monday, July 7 at 18:00, Villa Czerwony Dwór at Kasprusie 27 hosts another meeting in the “Evenings at Czerwony Dwór” series. This time the topic is the history of the National Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fatima at Krzeptówki – one of Poland’s most important Marian pilgrimage sites.
The lecture will be presented by Maria Mateja Torbiarz – a regionalist, author of numerous publications, and expert on Podhale’s history. She will discuss the circumstances of the sanctuary’s founding, its connection to Pope John Paul II, and its spiritual significance for worshippers nationwide.
This meeting is for those interested in regional history and culture, as well as anyone seeking a deeper understanding of Zakopane’s spiritual dimension. Free entry. You’re warmly invited!
“Cabaret HZ” – musical comedy by Hanna Zbyryt on July 11 in Zakopane
Get ready for an evening full of laughter, emotion, and timeless hits! On Thursday, July 11, 2025, Zakopane will host an exceptional musical recital “Cabaret HZ” – a show that won’t let you sit still and pulls the audience’s heartstrings and… throat, encouraging even subconscious humming.
The charismatic Hanna Zbyryt, actress and singer, takes on multiple personas – sometimes Mija, sometimes Fraulein, sometimes Lou – but always dreaming of becoming a star on the world’s greatest stages. Her energy blends hysteria, romance, and dreamy ambition, holding the audience spellbound.
The repertoire includes hits like:
- Deszczowa piosenka
- Cabaret (from Liza Minnelli’s repertoire)
- Babe zesłał Bóg
- Milord
- Casablanca
All in fresh, energetic arrangements by Krystian Jaworza, who accompanies on piano. If you’re looking for intelligent humor, live music, and a colorful story told from the heart – don’t miss this evening. “Cabaret HZ” is simply a must-see (and hear)!
XII Open Zakopane Uphill Running Championships
On Saturday, July 12, 2025, Zakopane will become the stage for one of the region’s most demanding and spectacular running competitions. The Municipal Sports and Recreation Center invites you to the XII Open Zakopane Uphill Running Championships – a contest testing leg strength, character, and fighting spirit.
Athletes will compete on four short yet extremely steep trails:
- Polana Szymoszkowa Run – 1200 m, +270 m elevation
- Harenda Run – 600 m, +210 m elevation
- Wielka Krokiew Run (trail) – 520 m, +140 m elevation
- Wielka Krokiew Run (stairs) – 260 m, +140 m elevation
Total: 2580 m distance with a cumulative elevation gain of 760 m – a real challenge even for experienced runners. The winner is whoever achieves the lowest total time across all four segments.
The event begins at 7:30 at the Szymoszkowa ski station, where the race office and bib pickup are located. The final and award ceremony will take place around 13:30–14:00 at the concert shell in Zakopane City Park. All runs are without poles – only pure strength counts. The event is aimed at adults but families are welcome as well – especially as spectators.
Blue Café performs in Zakopane – a musical summer evening at Watra Restaurant
On Saturday, July 20, 2025, at Watra Restaurant in Zakopane, we await a true musical feast. One of Poland’s most popular pop bands – Blue Café – will take the stage. A perfect summer evening proposal with top hits and energetic show.
Known for songs like You May Be in Love, Do nieba, do piekła, and Czas nie będzie czekał, Blue Café, led by the charismatic Dominika Gawęda, will deliver danceable rhythms, emotions, and sing‑along moments. It will be an evening full of music, sentiment, and fun – it’s worth booking your spot in advance!
Summer with Atelier Stage and Witkacy Theatre – workshops, performances, and special events
Witkacy Theatre invites you to an intense summer full of art, music, and activities for the whole family. In the modern space of the Atelier Stage at Chramcówki 15 and on the theatre’s main stages, there will be workshops, concerts, performances, and meetings that combine theatre, education, and fun.
Atelier Stage – summer for children and families
From July through the end of August, Atelier hosts creative workshops, including:
- July 22 & 26 – “Magic from Clay” – family ceramic workshops
- Every Wednesday from July 23 – “Gordonki” – musical sessions for children aged 0–5
- July 29 – “Become a Young Chemist” – spectacular demonstrations and experiments
- July 28 – gymnastics for toddlers and older kids
- August finale – Musicamp concert and performances by youth theatre
Theatre evenings – Bazakbal and Witkacy Stages
The summer repertoire features both classics and contemporary pieces:
- Kruk, Traktat o łuskaniu fasoli, Stachura – się powie o tym wolniutko…
- Tatrzańskie. Na Przełęczy and Człapówki–Zakopane – theatrical stories of Podhale
- Metafizyka Dwugłowego Cielęcia, Panopticum, Wahazar, Performans wg Dostojewskiego
- Avant-garde and anniversary productions, including CCY – Witkac‑Y Menagerie and Chimerical Tenant
The lineup also includes age‑restricted (16+) performances, outdoor shows, and special presentations for the theatre’s anniversary. Details and schedule available at witkacy.pl. This summer under the Tatras will be full of top-tier theatre.
Ongoing events in July 2025
Exhibition “16 x Woman in Zakopane” – an artistic tribute to extraordinary women under Giewont
Until the end of August, at the Municipal Art Gallery Władysław Count Zamoyski at Krupówki, there is a special exhibition dedicated to women who left their mark on Zakopane’s history. Artists, doctors, educators, activists – each brought unique value to the culture and identity of the region. The “16 x Woman in Zakopane” exhibition is not only art, but also a story of strength, sensitivity, and creative passion of women linked to the Tatras.
Young Zakopane 2025 – youth, emotions, and unfiltered art
At Stacja Kultura on Chramcówki, one of the most authentic events of the season is ongoing – the “Young Zakopane 2025” exhibition. It’s a voice of the new generation of local artists expressing their current life through painting, sculpture, graphics, and multimedia. Until September 19, visitors can experience the freshness, courage, and emotions that linger long after leaving the gallery.
August Zamoyski. Thinking in stone – a sculptural journey through the 20th century
At the Tatra Museum at Krupówki 10, an exhibition by one of Poland’s greatest sculptors – August Zamoyski – is on display. A passionate and expressive journey showcasing both stone artworks and the life of the artist. The exhibition runs until September 28 and is a fantastic complement to a summer stroll through Zakopane’s center, especially for lovers of art with character.
Woven in Zakopane – soulful lace at Villa Atma
In the heart of Zakopane, at the historic Villa Atma, runs an exhibition dedicated to Podhale lace textiles. Inspired by Maria Bujakowa’s work, it’s a subtle story about local handicraft and aesthetics captured in thread. The lace is presented alongside sounds associated with Karol Szymanowski, adding an intimate chamber atmosphere. The exhibition runs until August 31.
CHASIOR – Hasior reimagined. A new perspective on a legend
At the Władysław Hasior Gallery, an artistic experiment shows how relevant the master’s work from decades ago still is. “CHASIOR” is an exhibition bridging generations and techniques, showcasing Hasior in the context of contemporary inspirations and forms. The display not only brings the artist closer but also provokes reflection on what engaged art means today. It runs until December 31 – but it’s worth seeing now, ideally with a guide to uncover hidden meanings.
