5th edition · 1–6 October 2026
Festival 2026
- Edition
- 05
- Festival dates
- 01—06.10.26
- Programmes
- 6
- Selection framework
- 60–80 shorts
Programme structure
Six programmes. One fifth edition.
The fifth Kaaffilm International Short Film Festival takes place from 1 to 6 October 2026. The public programme structure is confirmed across six categories.
Official selection pending publication
No 2026 selected-film list or screening timetable has been published in the canonical festival source yet.
- 01
Programme
International Narrative
Programme framework → - 02
Programme
Human Rights
Programme framework → - 03
Programme
International Documentary
Programme framework → - 04
Programme
International Animation
Programme framework → - 05
Programme
Children Rights
Programme framework → - 06
Programme
Iranian Women Filmmakers
Programme framework →
Publication boundary
Programme before speculation.
The 2026 programme pages intentionally remain free of film titles until the Official Selection is admitted to the canonical festival source. The same rule applies to screening dates, screening times and playback access.