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OFFline Film Festival

Name: OFFline Film Festival
Start: 2026-10-07
End: 2026-10-11
Location: Kinnitty

The 17th OFFline Film Festival is a significant regional cinematic event held across County Offaly, Ireland. The 2026 edition features over 30 events including feature films, competitive short films, and a special appearance by founding Oasis drummer Tony McCarroll for a documentary screening and Q&A.

Date: Oct 7-11, 2026
Location: Kinnitty
Status: Upcoming

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Event summary

Highlights

Screening of the Oasis documentary 'Supersonic' with guest Tony McCarroll
Program featuring more than 30 individual cinema-related events
Short film competitions and animation showcases
Filmmaker workshops and Q&A sessions across multiple Offaly locations

Recognized as one of Ireland's longest-running regional film festivals, the OFFline Film Festival hosts a diverse program across the towns of Birr, Tullamore, and Kinnitty. The five-day event provides a platform for both established and emerging filmmakers through feature screenings, short film competitions, animation showcases, and professional workshops.

A centerpiece of the 2026 festival is a special event at the Kinnitty Community Centre on October 10, featuring the 2016 Oasis documentary 'Supersonic'. Founding drummer Tony McCarroll will attend the screening to participate in a public Q&A session, sign memorabilia, and meet with attendees. McCarroll's appearance marks a return to the area where he spent part of his childhood.

In addition to celebrity guest events, the festival facilitates filmmaker interactions and educational opportunities. The schedule includes a variety of technical workshops and Q&A sessions designed to engage the local community and visiting film enthusiasts within the Irish Midlands.

Practical details

Location described by the source: Kinnitty Community Centre; www.westmeathindependent.ie
Area for browsing nearby events: Kinnitty

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