About AACTA
The Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts is Australia’s leading organisation for film and television professionals. Established in 2011 by the Australian Film Institute (AFI), AACTA’s mission is to identify, award, promote, and celebrate the greatest achievements in Australian screen content.
The Biggest Screen Festival in Australia
This year’s AACTA Festival truly delivered on its promise of five days of immersive screen culture, bringing together the best in the industry for an unforgettable celebration of film and television.
With over 100 events, screenings, and industry sessions, attendees had the chance to go behind the scenes, gain career-defining insights, and connect with Australia’s leading creatives!
Screenings
Masterclasses
Premieres
Careers
Awards
Networking
Family
Music
Digital
AACTA FESTIVAL 2025
Attendees enjoyed exclusive networking opportunities, free events, in-depth sessions with industry leaders, hands-on workshops, and film deconstructions that explored the art of storytelling.
Set against the stunning backdrop of the Gold Coast, the 2025 AACTA Festival brought together creatives, industry professionals, and screen enthusiasts from across the country in a vibrant celebration of Australian storytelling and screen culture.
5
DAYS
10,000+
ATTENDEES
200+
SPEAKERS
100+
EVENTS
A Celebration of Film, Television, and Beyond
As a festival on its own, it brings together exclusive screenings, workshops, and interactive sessions, creating a dynamic space for fans, creators, and industry professionals alike.
AACTA FESTIVAL
At the heart of the festival, the AACTA Awards and Industry Awards ceremonies recognise the best in Australian film and television.
AACTA CEREMONIES
Full Festival Program
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Located in the heart of the Gold Coast
The AACTA Festival, set against the stunning backdrop of the sunny Gold Coast, offers a unique, tropical experience that only this iconic location can provide.
Hosted at HOTA, located at 135 Bundall Road, Surfers Paradise, QLD, this cultural precinct creates the perfect setting for an unforgettable week of film, television, and creativity in Australia’s beautiful coastal paradise.
