Dublin International Film Festival

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Arts & CultureDublin
DatesDates TBA · Usually FebruaryCheck locally before booking
Duration11 daysListed event span
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forPerformance, exhibitionsDespite multiple sponsor-prefixed name
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: EUR
CategoryArts & CultureFestival type
The story

Dublin International Film Festival in Dublin

Dublin's late-February to early-March film festival, founded in 2003 and known at various points as Jameson DIFF and Audi ADIFF before returning to its original name, screening dozens of international and Irish features and shorts at the Light House Cinema and Irish Film Institute, with eighty-three features, including seventeen world premieres, and fifty-three shorts screened across a recent ten-to-eleven-day edition.

Founded in 2003, this festival has run continuously under sponsor-prefixed names over the years, from Jameson DIFF to Audi ADIFF, before settling back to its plain title, a history of shifting title sponsorship rather than any actual rebrand or replacement by a different event.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

Despite multiple sponsor-prefixed name changes across its history, Jameson DIFF, Audi ADIFF, and back to its plain title, the underlying festival has remained a single continuous institution since 2003 rather than being replaced or rebranded by a different event

02

The mystery stays covered

Its Volta Awards specifically recognize cinema icons, a distinct recognition category beyond standard competition awards

03

The city starts moving

Screen Ireland's continued backing across the sponsor-name changes reflects the festival's status as part of the national film funding and promotion infrastructure

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

The annual Volta Awards

Water and renewal

Living ritual

honoring cinema icons

The sacred route

Living ritual

and the DIFF Discovery Awards for emerging talent are the festival's most notable recurring award traditions

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually February

Getting around

Getting to Dublin International Film Festival works best when the return plan is settled before arrival.

What to wear

Standard indoor cinema attire with a warm coat for cold late-February weather; smarter dress for evening awards ceremonies.

Safety

Keep valuables light, follow local instructions, and watch how residents use the space before joining in.

Where to stay

For Dublin International Film Festival, stay near the part of Dublin you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

Tickets/cost

Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.

Language/currency

EUR

Family friendly

unknown

Dublin, Dublin, Ireland

Nearest airportDUB — Dublin
TransportGetting to Dublin International Film Festival works best when the return plan is settled before arrival.
Stay areaFor Dublin International Film Festival, stay near the part of Dublin you will actually use, with reliable return transport.
FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Dublin International Film Festival?

Dublin International Film Festival is listed for Past edition: 19 February–1 March 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Dublin International Film Festival take place?

The festival is listed in Dublin, Ireland. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

11 days is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Dublin, Dublin, Ireland

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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Official URLdublinfilmfestival.com
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SourceSource link available
Listed datesDates TBA · Usually February
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