The Melbourne International Animation Festival is a platform that brings together animators from around the world.
These animation works are selected from the crème de la crème of recent and historical releases. The annual event serves as an eye-opener for players in the animation industry, offering an engaging and insightful experience for attendees.
Melbourne International Animation Festival 2026 Dates, Tickets
Since 2001, MIAF has showcased the art of animation at its most eclectic and inspiring, transcending expectations and bringing it all to life on the unbeatable big screen. The 140+ works on display were curated from over 2000 submissions. They feature contemporary and retrospective pieces from emerging and established talent.
Animation requires artistry, imagination, and technical skill. It captivates and transports. See through the eyes of the world’s most creative animators with MIAF.
Most sessions are classified Unclassified (M) Mature, not recommended for viewers under 15 years.
Some sessions are classified Unclassified (18+), restricted to people 18 years and over.
The big opening and closing weekends will be at the Treasury Theatre. We love coming to the Treasury; it has a large screen, comfortable seats, and a cool bar right on the premises! There are good times, fun crowds, and great animated energy. Easy to get to, just a three minute walk from Parliament train station.
On weeknights, the festival will be at The Backlot Studios in South Melbourne. We’re excited to be taking MIAF to this cosy space. Expect a diverse range of International Competition as well as themed programs with an extra emphasis on “Meet The Filmmaker” sessions. And Backlot has the perfect festival bar – a great space to hang out before and after every screening. Only 15-20 minutes by tram from the city. Jump on a #1 or #12 tram line, they run every 10 mins. Very limited seating, just 44 seats. Don’t miss out.
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