At the heart of Dublin International Film Festival is the belief that cinema thrives when people come together to share ideas, challenge assumptions, and imagine the future. Alongside our public screenings, DIFF 2026 presents the Festival's most ambitious Industry Programme to date , bringing filmmakers, producers, students, creatives, and decision-makers into the same rooms for eleven days of insight and inspiration. If you're interested in attending a number of these events

As we approach St Brigid’s Day weekend, Dublin International Film Festival is proud to celebrate women working across every corner of contemporary cinema, from internationally acclaimed filmmakers and performers to emerging voices shaping what comes next. At DIFF 2026 , we’re honoured to welcome an exceptional group of artists whose work spans genres, forms and generations, and whose contributions continue to expand what cinema can be. Among our international guests is Oscar

The DIFF 2026 programme launch took place on Tuesday 27 January , and the energy could not have been higher. With heavy rain, flooding, and travel disruption across the city, we weren’t sure what to expect. What we got instead was an unbelievable turnout , a buzzing room, and a reminder of just how much audiences, filmmakers, and industry partners love coming together to celebrate cinema. Thank you to everyone who braved the weather to join us. The vibe in the room said it

Following last year’s sell-out screening of The Grand Budapest Hotel, DIFF and The Merrion have collaborated once again to bring you...