Gáldar International Film Festival 2026 announces its Official Selection

The festival, taking place in October, will feature a prominent selection of international feature and short films.

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Interior of an event hall with a microphone and bookshelves, evoking a cultural atmosphere.

The Gáldar International Film Festival has announced the program for its fourteenth edition, which will take place from October 10 to 17, 2026, featuring a wide cinematic selection.

The official feature film section includes seven prominent titles, including productions awarded at international festivals such as Cannes. The program covers diverse themes, from social dramas to thrillers, consolidating the festival as a benchmark for high-quality cinema.
In the short film category, the festival presents an international and a national selection, as well as a specific showcase of Canarian works. The latter use the local setting as a starting point to explore universal issues through genres such as fiction, documentary, and experimentation.
As a new feature, this edition of FIC Gáldar debuts as a qualifying festival for the Fugaz Awards, adding to its status as a pre-selector for the Goya Awards. The event is organized by the Gáldar City Council, with the support of the Cabildo de Gran Canaria.
The jury responsible for evaluating the works will be composed of industry professionals, including actors and directors with recognized careers in film and television. Additionally, the public will be able to enjoy a thematic retrospective focused on the relationship between cinema and sports.
Based on information from the official source: Ayuntamiento de Gáldar (22/09/2026)