Kaş International Film Festival 2026

Kaş International Film Festival welcomes filmmakers and film lovers for the fifth time to the picturesque Mediterranean town of Kaş, Türkiye. Overlooking the endless turquoise sea, the festival offers an immersive blend of culture, art, and nature — all brought together through a carefully curated selection of short films in the relaxed, sun-kissed atmosphere of Kaş.

Our fifth edition, supported by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of Türkiye, the Türkiye Tourism Promotion and Development Agency, the Municipality of Kaş, and Fraport TAV Antalya Airport, will take place in June 2026. The program features Q&A sessions with finalists and culminates in an award ceremony at the breathtaking 2,000-year-old Antiphellos Ancient Theatre, set against the dramatic backdrop of the Greek island Kastellorizo. A diverse lineup of workshops, panel discussions, and screenings is being offered — all free and open to the public.

Historically a source of inspiration for filmmakers and artists, Kaş once again proved to be an ideal setting for international creative exchange. With this growing global event, we aimed to contribute to Kaş’s already vibrant arts scene, offering meaningful opportunities to network and connect with the international film community.

Following the main festival in Kaş, selected finalist films will be screened at the iconic Kadıköy Sineması in Istanbul. As always, the screenings are free and open to all.

We accept submissions from all around the world, and we especially encourage underwater films to submit for the special underwater film category. Kaş is famous for its bustling and pristine underwater life, just as for its fascinating wrecks. There's a great interest and awareness for underwater life in this charming town, so it is the right place to promote your underwater productions, whether it's fiction or documentary.