Festival 2026

The 25th edition of Bansko Film Fest is more than just an event — it’s a movement within the global community of extreme sports and mountain culture. Save the dates — 18 — 22 November, 2026! Dive into a world of high-stakes adventure through films that challenge the limits of human endurance and awaken your sense of wonder.

Join the festival to explore, connect, and live the adventure with the Bansko Film Fest community! The 25th International Mountain & Adventure Film Festival is just around the corner! From 18 to 22 November, the mountain town of Bansko becomes the gateway to an unforgettable journey through the marvels of wild nature.

As Bulgaria’s largest festival dedicated to extreme sports, mountains, culture, and adventure, Bansko Film Fest offers a distinctive experience across 10 venues, recreating a vibrant festival atmosphere at the foot of the stunning Pirin Mountains in 5 days of cinematic immersion, 83 selected film premieres, 43 countries represented — including Kazakhstan, Iran, Bhutan, and India, a competition program in 7 categories, 14 inspiring presentations by leading Bulgarian and international climbers and explorers, Encounters with world-renowned directors, panel discussions, and Q&A sessions, 9 exhibitions, Contests, climbing competitions, and caving expeditions.

Beyond the Screen

Find our festival merchandise, Cozy culinary corner, Lively festival bar.

Come to our evening parties to keep the energy flowing after dark.

Bansko Film Fest is a celebration of courage, curiosity, and connection with nature. These films will take you to the farthest corners of the Earth, highlighting human resilience, scientific discovery, and wild beauty.

BanskoFilmFestKIDS continues to educate and inspire — reaching over 400 children with fun lessons, competitions, climbing, caving, and more. With open hearts and curious minds, they’ll embrace every challenge with joy.

Festival Finale

Saturday night awards ceremony celebrating the best films.

Followed by the grand final party — don’t miss it!

Bansko Film Fest Team & Municipality of Bansko

Kompas, Ford Moto-Phoe, Kaufland Bulgaria, Istituto Italiano di Cultura – Sofia, Polish Institute in Sofia, Embassy of Poland, Austrian Embassy Sofia, Free Mountains Association, Namaste, Outsider, STAR BAR – BaseCamp