October 14 – 25, 2026
The 62ndThank you for joining us for the 62nd edition of North America’s longest-running competitive film festival.
PDF Downloads:Festival GuideScreening Schedule
(Documents updated: Oct 22)
A searchable list of every film in the 2026 Festival
View films curated around unique themes by our Festival programmers. Also available: View films by genre.
Gather with other film lovers at these free events happening throughout the festival.
Winners of the Festival’s coveted Hugo Awards in seven different competition categories.
Meet the jurors for the 2026 Festival competitions.
Explore special tribute events honoring luminaries of the film industry.
Cinema/Chicago’s Black Perspectives program is celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2026. Here’s a look at how we’re celebrating at the 62nd Chicago International Film Festival.
The 62nd Chicago International Film Festival, in partnership with UIC, is showcasing disability-inclusive films with extended post-screening conversations.
Calling all physical media lovers and film collectors: We’re hosting our first-ever Physical Media Fair at the 62nd Chicago International Film Festival!
From the AMC NEWCITY 14 to the Chicago History Museum, learn all about where to attend Festival events and screenings this year.
Keep the Festival going at some of the best restaurants and hangouts in the city.
Experience the Festival in style with our official Hotel and Airline Partners.
Download our Attractions Map to enjoy the Festival in style at attractions throughout the city.
Industry Days is the Festival’s hub for filmmakers and industry professionals to connect, share ideas, and be inspired
Learn about the Festival’s 60-year history and other Cinema/Chicago year-round programming. You can also explore our festival timeline.
Meet all of the partners and sponsors that make the Festival possible.
Tickets on sale now!
See your most-anticipated screenings at the 61st Chicago International Film Festival.
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