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Be a part of AACTA Festival 2026

The 2025 AACTA Festival brought together Australia’s top creatives for five unforgettable days of film, television, and storytelling. In 2026, we’re back — bigger, bolder, and ready to raise the bar with even more inspiration, connection, and celebration.

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Want to host an event, speak on a panel, or get involved as a partner? We’re calling for expressions of interest now.

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Program

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Speakers

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Partners

Partners

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About 2026 AACTA Festival

Five incredible days, 100+ events, 22K+ visitors, and over 200 panellists—plus two awards ceremonies celebrating the best in film, TV, documentary, and online content.

Wednesday - Sunday

AACTA Festival

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Wednesday

AACTA Industry Day

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Thursday

Industry Conference Day

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Friday

AACTA Awards Ceremony & Official After Party

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Saturday

Screen Careers Expo

2025 Highlights

Five incredible days, 100+ events, 22K+ visitors, and over 200 panellists—plus two awards ceremonies celebrating the best in film, TV, documentary, and online content.

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Take a look at some incredible moments from AACTA Festival 2025!

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Meet the Speakers

See who joined us at AACTA Festival for five days of industry-leading discussions, workshops and events.

Dr George Miller
Coralie Fargeat
Samantha Strauss
Michael Gracey
Teresa Palmer
Adam Elliot
Greig Fraser
Kate Mulvany
Paul Kelly
Emma Freeman
Scott Hicks
Cody Simpson

What's New

Stay up to date with the latest news for AACTA Festival.

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Deals & Offers

Need help planning your trip to the Gold Coast? We've got some great deals and offers, exclusive to our AACTA audience. Enjoy a day at the theme parks, get a facial before the Awards or just find the best hotel for you - we've got a range of discounts to some of Gold Coast’s best hot spots.

 

Click here to find out more.

Plan Your Trip
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Join AACTA
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Join AACTA

Our members are at the heart of everything we do. All members – from students and screen fans to emerging and established professionals – underpin our year-round Screen Culture and Industry Development Program, bringing audiences and industry together to share insider knowledge behind Australia’s top screen productions.

 

Click here to find out more.

FAQs

  • The AACTA Festival is a vibrant, five-day screen and entertainment celebration held on the Gold Coast. With over 70 events, including exclusive meet-and-greets, behind-the-scenes showcases, industry panels, and screenings, there’s something for every screen enthusiast.

  • We have a number of ways you can get involved in the Festival from events through to volunteering. Please enquire here if you are interested in being apart of AACTA Festival.

  • Most events within the Festival program are free. You will still need to register to secure your ticket and ensure you don’t miss out. Any paid events will have prices listed on the event page.

  • The AACTA Festival will be held from 5th to 9th February 2025 in the stunning Gold Coast.

Click here to view all FAQs.

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