Łódź is one of the most important cultural centers in Poland, with a rich history and a dynamically evolving art scene. The city's cultural identity is shaped by its museums, theatres, cinemas, and festivals.
Museum of Art in Łódź
One of the oldest modern art museums in Europe, with an impressive collection of contemporary works.
Central Museum of Textiles
282 Piotrkowska Street
Located in the historic White Factory of Geyer, the museum presents the history of the textile industry, which played a key role in Łódź’s development.
Museum of Cinematography
1 Victory Square
Housed in the Karol Scheibler Palace, the museum is dedicated to the history of cinema, especially Polish film.
Łódź Urban Culture Park
282 Piotrkowska Street (next to the Central Museum of Textiles)
An open-air museum featuring 8 historic wooden buildings typical of the 19th and 20th centuries.
Museum of the Factory
Manufaktura, 58 Drewnowska Street
A modern multimedia museum showcasing the history of textile production technology and the daily life of factory workers.
Herbst Palace Museum
72 Przędzalniana Street
A villa illustrating the lifestyle of a prominent industrial family, also a branch of the Museum of Art in Łódź.
Museum of Light
17 Piotrkowska Street, unit 22U
The first of its kind in Poland, offering interactive attractions for photo lovers, including laser displays, an upside-down room, and a mirror room.
Archaeological and Ethnographic Museum
14 Freedom Square
A must-see for history enthusiasts, with exhibits spanning from Roman times to the culture and ethnography of the Łódź region.
Lapidarium of Architectural Detail
19 Tadeusz Kościuszko Avenue
A collection of sculptures, building facades, and interior architectural elements.
Łódź Summer Festival An annual free music festival held during the last weekend of July to celebrate the city’s birthday. Launched in 2023 to mark Łódź’s 600th anniversary, it attracted a million visitors. Stages across the city feature top Polish and international artists, and guests can enjoy a dedicated city-center campsite. A must-see event!
Łódź of Many Cultures Festival Formerly the Dialogue of Four Cultures Festival, this event has promoted cultural diversity and intercultural dialogue for nearly 25 years. It reflects on the city's multinational past and its evolution into an inclusive, open city. Modern editions address current social challenges and broaden the concept of culture to include ecology, human rights, and contemporary communities.
Łódź Design Festival The largest design-focused event in Poland, showcasing the latest trends and innovations. Organized since 2007 by the Łódź Art Center Foundation, it is a pioneering event supporting the development of the Polish creative sector. It gathers industry leaders—designers, producers, and distributors—as well as design enthusiasts.
Fotofestiwal An international photography festival founded in 2001 by sociology students. Today, it is one of Poland's most important photographic events, attracting over 20,000 visitors annually. Hosted in industrial venues like Art_Inkubator and OFF Piotrkowska, the festival fosters artistic and organizational experimentation, curated by a non-hierarchical collective.
Light Move Festival A kinetic light art festival that transforms the city with spectacular illuminations, projections, and installations. It draws hundreds of thousands of visitors and offers a unique opportunity to experience Łódź’s architecture in a completely new light.
Ravekjavik Łódź’s festival of electronic music and visual arts, held since 2017 through collaboration between Polish and Icelandic artists and promoters. Past editions have featured artists like JKFlesh, VTSS, SPFDJ, DJ Marfox, and Marc Acardipane, with concerts often held in atmospheric, post-industrial spaces of former factories.
Audioriver An open-air electronic music festival—one of the most significant in Central and Eastern Europe. Since 2024, it has been hosted in Łódź, attracting fans of house, techno, and drum & bass. This year's edition (July 11–13) takes place at the Łódzkie Błonia and includes concerts, DJ sets, and multimedia shows.
