Febiofest 2026: Bratislava's International Film Festival Is Here This Week

A Week of Cinema in the Heart of Bratislava

If you're in Bratislava this week, you're in luck. The 33rd International Film Festival Febiofest kicks off today (March 11) and runs through March 17, turning the city into a hub for independent and arthouse cinema.

The festival screens over sixty titles across two venues — Kino Lumière on Špitálska street and Kino Mladosť — both an easy walk from the Old Town.

What's Screening

Febiofest focuses on Central European cinema with two competition sections. The feature film competition showcases six films from Hungary, Poland, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Ukraine, and Lithuania. Look out for Hen, a Hungarian-German-Greek co-production by György Pálfi, and the Polish drama Home Sweet Home by Wojciech Smarzowski.

The short film competition — called "Heart of Europe" — features twenty works spanning fiction, documentary, animation, and experimental formats from across the region.

Practical Info for Visitors

• When: March 11–17, 2026
• Where: Kino Lumière (Špitálska 4) and Kino Mladosť
• Tickets: Available at febiofest.cinepass.sk
• Language: Most films screen with English subtitles

The festival also runs alongside the Visegrad Film Forum (March 11–14), an industry event with lectures, workshops, and networking for film professionals.

Why Go

Febiofest is one of the most accessible film festivals in Europe — no accreditation needed, affordable tickets, and a relaxed atmosphere. It's been running since 1993 and remains one of the best ways to experience Bratislava's cultural side beyond the usual castle-and-cathedral circuit.

If you're staying at Schöndorf Hostel, both screening venues are within a 10-minute walk. Grab a coffee at one of the Old Town cafés between screenings and enjoy a week of great cinema.

Full program and tickets: febiofest.sk