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The 2027 AACTA Festival Program is Here

Bringing together some of the biggest names in Australian and international film and television, the 2027 AACTA Festival returns to HOTA, Home of the Arts, for five days of world premieres, exclusive screenings, masterclasses and conversations with leading screen talent.

6 February 2027

Molly Rogers - Dressing The Devil Wears Prada 2

6 February 2027

Patrick Hughes deconstructs WAR MACHINE

6 February 2027

Justin Kurzel - On stage visual deconstruction

7 February 2027

Chloe Hayden - The Next Chapter

6 February 2027

Christopher Chung - In Conversation

5 February 2027

Live! By The Lake

5 February 2027

AACTA Awards Ceremony

4 February 2027

TOUGH LOVE World Premiere

4 February 2027

Jemma Burns: Music on Screen

6 February 2027

AACTA Screen Careers Expo 2027

7 February 2027

FORTITUDE VALLEY World Premiere

3 February 2027

AACTA Awards Industry Gala

Go Behind The Screen

Discover the creative process behind your favourite films and television shows, with exclusive masterclasses, live demonstrations and insights from leading filmmakers and industry creatives.
 

Meet the Speakers

Meet the actors, filmmakers and industry leaders behind your favourite films and television shows.

Liv Hewson
Bruce Beresford
Jemma Burns
Patrick Hughes
Courtney Eaton
Leah Purcell
Miranda Otto
Justin Kurzel
Christopher Chung
Chloe Hayden

AACTA Awards Industry Gala

Wednesday 3 February

The AACTA Awards Industry Gala honours the exceptional artists and technicians whose creativity and talent bring stories to life. From cinematography and editing to design, sound and production, this evening celebrates the craftsmanship behind some of Australia’s best screen productions.

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AACTA Festival Industry Day

Thursday 4 February

Designed exclusively for screen industry professionals, Industry Day offers a full program of keynote conversations, masterclasses and practical sessions led by Australia's leading filmmakers, executives and creatives. Explore the latest industry trends, develop practical production skills and gain insights to help take your next project from concept to screen.

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AACTA Awards Ceremony

Presented by BINGE

Friday 5 February

As Australia’s most prestigious celebration of screen excellence, the ceremony honours outstanding achievement across film, television and online content, celebrating the talent, creativity and stories that define our industry and captivate audiences across Australia and around the world.

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AACTA Screen Careers Expo

& AACTA Festival Continues

Saturday 6 February

Discover where a career in screen could take you. Meet leading employers, educators and industry organisations, explore career pathways and gain practical insights into working across film, television and digital production.

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AACTA Festival Continues

Sunday 7 February

Across five days, AACTA Festival brings together industry professionals and audiences through a dynamic program of premieres, screenings, networking events, masterclasses, conversations and family-friendly experiences. There is something for everyone at AACTA Festival.

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Join AACTA

Our members are at the heart of everything we do. All members – from students and screen fans to emerging and established professionals – underpin our year-round Screen Culture and Industry Development Program, bringing audiences and industry together to share insider knowledge behind Australia’s top screen productions.

 

Click here to find out more.

FAQs

  • The AACTA Festival is a vibrant, five-day screen and entertainment celebration held on the Gold Coast. Events include meet-and-greets, behind-the-scenes showcases, industry panels, and screenings, there’s something for every screen enthusiast.

  • We have a number of ways you can get involved in the Festival. Please fill out the EOI form for more information.

  • There are a mix of paid and free events within the Festival program. You will need to register to secure your ticket and ensure you don’t miss out. Events will be announced later this year. 

  • AACTA Festival 2027 will be held at HOTA, Home of the Arts on the Gold Coast, between 3 - 7 February.

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Thanks to our generous sponsors and partners.

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