2026 New York International Children’s Film Festival

The annual, Oscar-qualifying Festival takes place over three weekends in March at partner venues throughout NYC, where the best new film from around the world is shown for ages 3-18 (and above). We prioritize films by and about people from historically underrepresented communities. NYICFF gives BIPOC, LGBTQIA, neurodiverse, and disabled artists the opportunity to share their work and young audiences the opportunity to see their lives reflected on screen.

In addition to screenings of approximately 100 short and feature films, Q&As with visiting filmmakers from around the world, and audience voting, the Festival provides an environment where kids are truly taken seriously and encouraged to use their voices. Festival awards are determined by the votes of the audience, with additional weight added to those under the age of 18. Films curated for the Festival serve as the cornerstone of subsequent programming that takes place throughout the year.

Schedule:
February 28th – March 15th

Ticket Information:
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Please note that SVA Theatre does not have ticket or availability information, nor do we operate a box office before the Festival begins. Please contact NYICFF directly with questions: [email protected].