[2] The festival's roots go back to local reviews of animation and children's films organised in Poznań since 1963.

A theme song in the 1980s was "Czekamy na filmy" sung by children band from Poznań; Łejery.

In earlier years the awards were given in national and international competition, as well as in specific categories, like best actor, best music and others.

Platinum Poznan Goats is awarded to the people who made a special contribution to children's media and filmography.

Marcin and Marcinek are awards admitted by young viewers to the best feature and short movies.