Locarno Film Festival
Since 1946, we celebrate cinema in all its forms, discover new talents, and look toward the future.
Date August 5-15, 2026
Country Switzerland
Location
Locarno
Director(s)
Maja Hoffmann, President; Giona A. Nazzaro, Artistic Director
Year of creation
1946
Competition > Competitive and Non-competitive
Format > Feature film and Short film
Genre > Various genres
Industry activities Various activities
Premieres requirement World and International premiere
Audience/Cash prize(s) Cash prize(s) and Audience award(s)