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Thessaloniki International Film Festival 2026
ThessalonikiThu, Nov 5, 2026 · 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Overview
Overview
Thessaloniki International Film Festival is one of South-East Europe's most important cinema events, screening over 200 films from 70 countries at cinemas across the city each November. The Olympion Cinema on Aristotelous Square is the main venue. Tickets at filmfestival.gr.
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The Thessaloniki International Film Festival (TIFF) returns for its 67th edition, transforming the city into a hub for independent cinema and emerging filmmakers from around the world. Held annually in November, the festival takes place at the historic Olympion theater on Aristotelous Square and at the port's restored warehouses, with Warehouse C serving as the main hub. Attendees can expect a rich program of international competition sections, tributes to major filmmakers, and sidebar events including masterclasses, exhibitions, live concerts, and workshops.
The festival has a storied history, evolving from a national Greek film week in 1960 to an international event since 1992. It has hosted legendary directors like Francis Ford Coppola, Wim Wenders, and Agnès Varda, and continues to attract over 80,000 visitors each year. Beyond screenings, the Agora market offers a dynamic platform for film professionals, making TIFF a key destination for discovering new cinematic voices from Greece, Southeast Europe, and beyond.
⏱️ 253 hrs
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Good to know
- The festival takes place at multiple venues: the historic Olympion theater on Aristotelous Square and the port's restored warehouses, with Warehouse C as the main hub.
- Sidebar events also occur at the Thessaloniki Cinema Museum, part of the Thessaloniki Film Festival Cultural Institution.
- The festival includes three competition sections: International Competition for first or second feature films by emerging directors, 'Meet the Neighbors' for films from Southeast Europe to the Near East, and a Virtual Reality (VR) Competition.
Frequently asked questions
What is the focus of the Thessaloniki International Film Festival?
TIFF focuses on independent cinema and emerging filmmakers from around the world, serving as a platform for film professionals from Greece and Southeast Europe.
What is the Agora section?
Agora is the developmental section of the festival, reaching out to international film professionals and is one of the most dynamic and constantly growing film markets globally.
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