The 21st edition of ANIMAR begins on March 7th, 2026, with a program entirely dedicated to animation films. As in previous editions, Solar – Cinematic Art Gallery offers a look at some of the most relevant and most contemporary Portuguese productions.

Applications are open until May 15th for the In Development and Industry Screenings activities of Curtas Pro, the programme aimed at audiovisual industry professionals. Visit the full regulations and the latest updates on this edition.

The accreditation that grants access to all festival sessions and Curtas Pro programme activities is now available at a special early bird price until April 30th, 2026. Find out more about the advantages and conditions of this accreditation.

Registration are open for film submissions for the 2026 edition of Curtas Vila do Conde – International Film Festival. The second deadline for submissions is February 28th, so don't miss out!

Curtas Vila do Conde is launching a new campaign to reuse donated tote bags for festival merchandise featuring the next edition's visuals. Learn more about the campaign and how to donate.

João Gonzalez's film returns to Tokyo in March with a free screening at the Mitaka City Arts Centre in an event organised by the Studio Ghibli Museum.

The films "Dog Alone", "Amarelo Banana", "Because Today is Saturday", "Wind's Embrace", "Augur" e "VirginFandango" are part of the official selection of the 25th MONSTRA – Lisbon Animation Festival.