Name: Fest5 International Film Festival 2026
Start: 2026-11-20
End: 2026-11-24
Location: Fest5 International Film Festival 2026

Kolkata, West Bengal

Fest5 International Film Festival 2026

20 Nov 2026 to 24 Nov 2026

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Fest5 International Film Festival 2026 (F5IFF) — Youth & Green The 3rd edition of Fest5 International Film Festival (F5IFF) returns to Kolkata from 20–24 November 2026, bringing together extraordinary cinema, inspiring filmmakers, young voices and meaningful cultural conversations. Held at the Anthropological Survey of India (AnSI) Auditorium, Salt Lake Sector V, Kolkata, in collaboration with AnSI, Ministry of Culture, Government of India, the festival celebrates cinema as a powerful medium for cultural exchange, environmental awareness and social change. Guided by the theme “Youth & Green,” F5IFF 2026 received 647 film submissions from approximately 80 countries, reflecting diverse stories and perspectives from around the world. The five-day festival features international documentaries, short films, feature films, filmmaker interactions, cultural discussions and special presentations. France is the Focus Country for 2026, celebrating international cinematic collaboration. F5IFF also places special emphasis on youth participation, environmental consciousness, cultural heritage and community engagement. FREE AUDIENCE PASSES Cinema enthusiasts, students and the general public are invited to experience international cinema through complimentary audience passes. Festival Dates: 20–24 November 2026 Venue: AnSI Auditorium, Salt Lake Sector V, Kolkata Admission: Free audience passes; advance registration required. Seating is limited. Reserve your free audience pass: https://tickets.f5iff.com/audience-pass.php Official Website: www.f5iff.com Five Days. Global Cinema. Young Voices. One Greener Tomorrow.

Age: 18 yrs & above, inc Senior citizens

Hosting Type: In person

Frequency: Annual

Genre: Film, Folk Arts, Heritage, Visual Arts, Arts and Crafts, Dance, Design, Literature, Music, Photography

Fee: Free Entry

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How To Get There

How to Reach Kolkata 1. By Air: The Kolkata international airport, better known as the Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, is located at Dumdum. It connects Kolkata with all the major cities of the country as well as the world. 2. By Rail: The Howrah and Sealdah railway stations are the two major railheads situated in the city. Both these stations are well connected to all the important cities of the country. 3. By Road: The West Bengal state buses and various private buses travel to and from different parts of the country at a reasonable cost. Some places near Kolkata are Sunderbans (112 km), Puri (495 km), Konark (571 km) and Darjeeling (624 km). Source: Goibibo hyperlink: https://www.goibibo.com/destinations/kolkata/how-to-reach-kolkata/

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Eco-friendly

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Family-friendly

Free drinking water

Gendered toilets

Non-smoking

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Items & Accessories to Carry

1. A sturdy water bottle, if the festival has refillable water stations, and if the venue allows bottles to be taken inside the festival site. Hey, let's do our bit for the environment, shall we? 2. Footwear: Sneakers (a perfect option if it’s not likely to rain) or boots (but make sure they are worn in). 3. COVID packs: Hand sanitiser, extra masks and a copy of your vaccination certificate are things you should keep handy.

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About Fest5 International Film Festival

Fest5 International Film Festival

Founded by Sourav De, Fest5 International Film Festival (F5IFF) aims to unite filmmakers, industry professionals and cinema enthusiasts worldwide.This exciting festival held at the renowned Indian National Library in Kolkata stands as a tribute to the art of filmmaking, embracing diverse cultures and the transformative power of artistic expression.

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