Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane - Wednesday, Sept. 16, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Join us on the red carpet before the Opening Night Gala screening for an exclusive reception bringing together filmmakers, sponsors and VIP guests. 

This event is for Opening Night ticket holders and invited guests.

Bearly’s House of Blues, 1579 Grafton St. Wednesday, September 16, 9:00 PM - late

Kick off AIFF with an evening of great company, lively conversation, and live music. Mingle with filmmakers, industry professionals, and fellow audience members as we celebrate the start of the festival.  

Presented by Porsche of Halifax and the Steele Wheels Motor Museum 

This event is free and open to all.

Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane, Friday September 18th. 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

In this featured discussion, industry leaders examine the evolving landscape of co-production, financing, and collaboration, with a particular focus on Canadian and Arctic productions.   

General admission or free for AIFF Partners Delegates and passholders.

Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane, Friday September 18th. 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Discover how an international partnership brought 111 Echoes from Halifax to the screen. Moderated by Laura MacKenzie, Executive Director of Screen Nova Scotia, this case study features members of the Swiss and Canadian production team exploring the realities of international co-production, from financing and creative collaboration to navigating cross-border partnerships and production. 

General admission or free for AIFF Partners Delegates and passholders.

Cineplex Cinemas, Cinema 3 Friday, September 18th, 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

Join us for the AIFF Partners Pitch Competition, where four selected projects from Partners delegates will take the stage to pitch in front of the full delegation and an esteemed industry jury. Following the pitches, the jury will select one winning project to receive an in-kind prize package generously provided by Sunbelt Rentals.

General admission or free for AIFF Partners Delegates and passholders.

5475 Spring Garden Rd, Suite 201 - Friday, September 18, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Come by, say hello, and connect with the National Film Board of Canada and Telefilm Canada representatives, alongside members of the local film community. We'd love to see you! Light refreshments will be provided. 

This event is free and open to all.

AFCOOP Office, 1800 Argyle St, Suite 303. Friday September 18th. 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

AFCOOP staff and members welcome you to an Open House, where you can learn more about their year-round programs and workshops. 

This event is free and open to all.

Stardust Kitchen + Bar, 1688 Barrington St. Saturday September 19, 9:00 PM - late

Join us for our annual Atlantic Gala Party as we celebrate the incredible films, filmmakers, and stories coming out of Atlantic Canada. Raise a glass, hit the dance floor, and cue the disco ball — it’s time to celebrate!

This event is free and open to all.

Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane, Saturday September 19th. 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Journey behind the scenes of 111: Echoes from Halifax with the filmmakers as they discuss bringing the story to life and balancing the emotional weight of the real events that inspired it. 

This event is free and open to all.

Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane, Saturday September 19th. 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Join us for a discussion exploring two AIFF documentaries that profile different but equally influential Newfoundlanders whose lives and work continue to shape the province's culture today. 

This event is free and open to all.

Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane, Saturday September 19th. 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Celebrate the Atlantic premier of  this darkly comedic PEI film, fresh from its acclaimed debut at SXSW. Join the producer and members of the Atlantic Canadian cast for a conversation about bringing this unforgettable story to the screen. 

This event is free and open to all.

Carbon Arc Cinema @ The Museum of Natural History, 1747 Summer Street - Sunday, September 20, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Join us as we celebrate the outstanding talent showcased throughout the festival. This special event honours the Atlantic filmmakers, performances, and projects that captivated audiences, impressed juries and helped shape another unforgettable year of cinema. 

The awards will take place outdoors in “Gus’ Garden,” weather permitting, so bring sun-screen and a hat. If needed we will move indoors to the Carbon Arc Cinema space. Either way there will be garden party vibes. 

This event is free and open to all. 

Carbon Arc Cinema @ the Museum of Natural History, 1747 Summer Street - Sunday, September 20, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Discover bold new voices as participants from this year’s AIFF Filmmaker Lab screen their short films and share the stories behind their creative process in a post-screening Q&A. 

This event is free and open to all.

902 Post, 5475 Spring Garden Road - Sunday, Sept. 20, 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Join members of DOC Atlantic for this long-standing and beloved evening of oysters and community.

This event is for DOC Members, passholders and the film community

902 Post, 5475 Spring Garden Rd - Tuesday, September 22, 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Join us for WIFT-AT’s Snack Bar reception hosted by 902 Post. Raise a glass, have some snacks and enjoy some networking! 

This event is for WIFT-AT Members and passholders only.