Okanagan International Film Festival and Forum
A Gathering of Cinema, Culture and Creativity
October 15–18, 2026
Four days of film, conversation and connection across Kelowna, West Kelowna, Penticton and Vernon.
Presented by Beem Credit Union, the Okanagan International Film Festival & Forum (OKIFF) showcases Canadian and international films alongside filmmaker Q&As, free industry forums, networking opportunities and special events designed to bring audiences and creators together.
Whether you're attending a single screening, exploring the industry forum, or immersing yourself in the entire festival, OKIFF offers multiple ways to experience cinema, creativity and community.
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Choose Your Festival Experience
Film Screenings - $15 per screening block
Each screening ticket includes admission to one curated screening block featuring multiple films connected by a common theme.
Industry Forums - FREE: registration required
Panels, discussions and networking opportunities with industry professionals.
Special Events
Opening Night Film, Community Night and the OKIFF Awards Gala.
Festival Passes
Attending multiple screenings? Save with a 3-Pack, 6-Pack, Full Festival Pass or VIP All Access Pass.
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Festival Passes
Choose any 3 or 6 film screening blocks across participating theatres.
- Use them across different days and cities
- Save compared with individual screening tickets
Access all regular film screenings plus Opening Night.
Includes film screenings, Opening Night, Awards Gala, industry forums and networking events. Extremely limited quantity available!
Festival Schedule
FESTIVAL / FORUM OPENS
Opening Reception | Metro Hub: 1265 Ellis St, Kelowna, BC
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Announcements, Okanagan Blessing and Song
Opening Night Film | Mary Irwin Theatre, Rotary Centre for the Arts: 421 Cawston Ave, Kelowna, BC
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Nothing to See Here: WATTS - Screening + Q&A
Post-Film Gathering | Metro Hub: 1265 Ellis St, Kelowna, BC
9:30 pm
OKANAGAN TV & FILM FORUM EVENTS | Metro Hub, Kelowna
Next Generation Day presented by REEL CANADA
11:00 am - 5:30 pm
Introduction to the TV/Film Industry for High School and Post-Secondary students including Film Screenings, Career Quiz, Speakers, Panel Discussions, Demos, Feature Film (TBA)
Book Free Forum Tickets
Forum: How to Break Into the Biz
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Book Free Forum Tickets
Community Night
Film Screening: 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Networking and Celebration: 10:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Film Screenings of Local Award-winning independent films
Free Admission
FESTIVAL FILM SCREENINGS
KELOWNA - Landmark Cinemas Grand 10
4:00 pm - Perseverance, War, the Aftermath and Challenge - TICKETS
Films exploring resilience, survival and the strength of the human spirit.
6:00 pm - Identity, Relationship, Belonging - TICKETS
Films about connection, self-discovery and finding where we belong.
WEST KELOWNA - Landmark Cinemas Xtreme
4:00 pm - Family, Exploitation and Courage - TICKETS
Stories of family, resilience, and the courage to confront injustice and reclaim the past.
6:00 pm - Abuse, Identity and Transformation - TICKETS
Stories of healing, self-discovery, resilience, and the power of human transformation.
OKANAGAN TV & FILM FORUM EVENTS | Metro Hub, Kelowna
Forum: How to Get it Made
10:15 am - 12:00 pm
Book Free Forum Tickets
Forum: The Future of Distribution
12:45 pm - 2:30 pm
Book Free Forum Tickets
Forum: Co-Productions and Building International Relationships
3:00 pm - 4:45 pm
Book Free Forum Tickets
FESTIVAL FILM SCREENINGS
KELOWNA - Landmark Cinemas Grand 10
12:00 pm - Challenge and Triumph - TICKETS
Films about perseverance, determination and overcoming obstacles.
2:00 pm - Misconceptions and Imagination - TICKETS
Stories that challenge expectations and explore new perspectives.
4:00 pm - Schemes and Deception - TICKETS
Crime, comedy and unexpected adventures.
WEST KELOWNA - Landmark Cinemas Xtreme
12:00 pm - Challenge and Triumph - TICKETS
Films about perseverance, determination and overcoming obstacles.
2:00 pm - Misconceptions and Imagination - TICKETS
Stories that challenge expectations and explore new perspectives.
4:00 pm - Environment, Injustice and Re-telling History - TICKETS
Stories that challenge the past and the present.
PENTICTON - Landmark Cinemas Penticton
12:00 pm - Challenge and Triumph - TICKETS
Films about perseverance, determination and overcoming obstacles.
2:00 pm - Misconceptions and Imagination - TICKETS
Stories that challenge expectations and explore new perspectives.
VERNON - Galaxy Cinemas Vernon
12:00 pm - Challenge and Triumph - TICKETS
Films about perseverance, determination and overcoming obstacles.
2:00 pm - Misconceptions and Imagination - TICKETS
Stories that challenge expectations and explore new perspectives.
OKIFF AWARDS GALA & CELEBRATION | Metro Hub, Kelowna
Awards Gala & Celebration
Doors: 6:00 pm
Gala: 7:30 pm - 11:00 pm
Red Carpet, Welcome Bubbly, Special Curated Menu, Festival Awards, Special Guests, and Live Entertainment
FESTIVAL FILM SCREENINGS
KELOWNA - Landmark Cinemas Grand 10
12:00 pm - Ritual and Cultural History - TICKETS
Stories of tradition, identity, and shared history.
2:00 pm - Love and Family and Coming of Age - TICKETS
Stories of love, family, and finding your place.
WEST KELOWNA - Landmark Cinemas Xtreme
12:00 pm - Magic and Connection - TICKETS
Stories of connection, discovery, and unexpected bonds.
2:00 pm - Healing, Community, Craft and Tradition - TICKETS
Stories of culture, healing, and community.
