Edmonton International Film Festival

The 40th anniversary edition of the Edmonton International Film Festival (EIFF) runs from September 24 to September 30, 2026, in Edmonton. The festival focuses on Canadian cinema, aiming to feature Canadian films for its opening and throughout its program, with events primarily taking place at Landmark Cinemas 9 City Centre.

The festival's lineup includes a variety of genres and highlights, such as the opening film which received strong acclaim from programmers, and the closing film, "Funny Money: The Dane Cook Story," produced by an Edmonton-based team. Other notable selections include "Smudge the Blades," a comedy-drama filmed in Edmonton, and "The Meteorite Gang," a documentary which will be followed by a Q&A session. The program also features films like "A Long Winter," which highlights Alberta's natural landscapes, and several Indigenous films, including Alexandra Lazarowich’s "Turtle Island Rap," exploring hip-hop in Indigenous communities. Q&A sessions are integral to the festival, providing opportunities for engagement with filmmakers and discussions around the featured works.