Dublin International Film Festival is Back and Bigger than Ever!

Lights, camera, action! The Dublin International Film Festival (DIFF) is rolling out the red carpet from February 19th to March 1st with a lineup of world premieres, galas, events inspiring Q&A's and more!

What's On at DIFF 2026?

DIFF 2026 is pulling out all the stops with a range  of screenings, events, and special guests. Here's a taste of what's in store:

Honouring Paul Rudd: Volta Award 2026

We’re thrilled to announce that Paul Rudd will receive the Volta Award, DIFF’s prestigious lifetime achievement honour, recognising his outstanding contribution to cinema.

From I Love You, Man and Friendship to Avengers: Endgame, Rudd’s career spans comedy, drama, and blockbuster filmmaking — and we’re delighted to welcome him to Dublin to celebrate his work.

The DIFF Film Club, Presented by The Irish Times

Our popular DIFF Film Club returns with a standout series of in-depth conversations.

This year’s guests include Academy Award–winning costume designer Ellen Mirojnick (Oppenheimer, Bridgerton) and director Alice Winocour, whose latest film Couture, starring Angelina Jolie, will screen as part of the Renault Gala.

These events offer audiences a rare chance to hear directly from leading creative voices working at the highest level of international cinema.

A New Festival Hub at Haymarket House

This year, DIFF takes over Haymarket House, transforming Smithfield into a vibrant hub for cinema beyond the screen.

Hosting our most ambitious industry and public programme to date, Haymarket House will be home to talks, panels, workshops, and events that bring filmmakers, audiences, and ideas together throughout the festival.

Music, Culture, and Creative Collisions

From screen to sound, DIFF 2026 celebrates creativity in all its forms.

Our Irish Music Videos programme brings together new work from directors including Hugh O’Conor and Myles O’Reilly, featuring artists from CMAT to HousePlants — and even Michael D. Higgins.

Additional Information

The festival will run from February 19th to March 1st, with screenings and events hosted across various venues in Dublin.

In terms of tickets, DIFF offers a range of passes and bundles to suit every film lover, starting at €50. For detailed pricing and to purchase tickets, visit the official DIFF website here.

See you at the movies!