About ADFF:STIR
ADFF:STIR Mumbai returns from 9–11 January 2026 with an expanded edition, transforming the National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA), Mumbai — including the Tata Theatre, Experimental Theatre, Godrej Dance Theatre, Little Theatre, Tata Garden, Open Air Plaza, Experimental Garden, and Godrej Sunken Court — for a three-day celebration of architecture, design, arts, and cinema.
The festival brings global filmmakers, architects, designers, and cultural thinkers together for an immersive experience across the theatres and lawns of NCPA.
Festival Highlights
* Film Programme – 25+ award-winning films on architecture, design, art, interactive technologies, and the wider creative ecosystem.
* Jaquar Pavilion Park – Ten architectural pavilions curated by Aric Chen and selected by a distinguished jury across the NCPA lawns.
* ~log(ue) Programme supported by JSW – Talks, performances, book readings, workshops, readings, and interactive sessions with global creatives.
* Special projects – Festival shop, book stalls, food and bar kiosks, exhibitions and workshops.