FFStival returns to the Showroom Cinema this autumn for a vibrant one-day celebration highlighting the work of women and non-binary filmmakers in all incarnations of cinema.
FFStival recentres the focus of film history and the industry’s future on projects creatively led by women. Returning for its third year, the 2026 edition brings a jam-packed schedule of features, shorts, filmmaker Q&As and local creative stalls to Sheffield.
11:00 AM – Family Time Block: Crafts & Feature Film (The Little Rascals + Shorts)
12.45 PM - 3.20PM – Strange Days plus Shorts
3.35PM - 5.15PM – FFS Firsts: A showcase of emerging talent followed by a filmmaker round table discussion.
5.45PM - 8.15PM – I See Buildings Fall Like Lightning plus Shorts: Special preview screening of new film by Clio Barnard (Ali and Ava)
8.30PM - 10.45PM – Secret Movie TBA plus Shorts: Sit tight for an announcement revealing our closing feature! You won’t want to miss this!
Full Festival Day Pass: £25 (Access to all 5 blocks throughout the day)
Family Time Morning Session: £6 per ticket
Individual Session Tickets: £8 Full / £6 Concession
Community Access: Free ticket allocations are available for families and individuals supported by local partner groups.
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