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Thessaloniki International Film Festival

Early November 2026

2026

Early November 2026

2027

Dates confirmed later — moveable feast

Where

Thessaloniki

What it is

Thessaloniki International Film Festival explained

The Balkans' most important film festival, screening in the restored port warehouses of Pier A since 1960, with an Open Horizons strand and a busy documentary edition each March.

Dates can shift by a day or two when a local council moves the programme to a weekend, so confirm with the town hall before booking non-refundable travel. Accommodation in Thessaloniki tends to sell out weeks ahead of the festival and prices rise sharply on the main night.

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What is Thessaloniki International Film Festival?

The Balkans' most important film festival, screening in the restored port warehouses of Pier A since 1960, with an Open Horizons strand and a busy documentary edition each March. It's a culture event held in Thessaloniki.

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When is Thessaloniki International Film Festival in 2026?

Thessaloniki International Film Festival runs Early November 2026 in Thessaloniki. Councils can move the exact days by a day or two to land on a weekend, so confirm with the town hall before booking non-refundable travel.

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Is Thessaloniki International Film Festival free to attend?

Yes — like the great majority of Spanish town festivals, Thessaloniki International Film Festival is free and open-air; you only pay for food, drink and any seating the town sells for a parade or firework display.

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Where should I stay for Thessaloniki International Film Festival?

Book a room in Thessaloniki itself as early as you can: accommodation for this kind of festival sells out weeks ahead and prices climb sharply for the main night. A base in Thessaloniki also means you're not relying on late transport home once the celebrations run past midnight.

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Last reviewed · 30 July 2026

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Checked · 30 July 2026