Showfest 2026

About this event

Film. Future. Festival.

ShowFest returns this October, uniting filmmakers, storytellers, industry leaders, students and audiences on the Sunshine Coast for six days of connection, learning and celebration.

Whether you want to connect with industry professionals, discover new films, celebrate local achievements or immerse yourself in the creative energy of our community, ShowFest 2026 is designed for you.

Check out what's on at ShowFest this year..

Tuesday 20th October

Showdown Showcase - Presented by Walker Corporation at The MET 6:00pm Doors Open 6:30pm-8:00pm screening

Wednesday 21st October

Island Vibes featuring Pacific Island Film Festival at Black Flag Brewery 6:30pm-9:00pm

Thursday 22nd October

Innovation in Games & Screen at Altitude Nine GAMES Summit 1:00pm-4:00pm, AI in Film Production 4:00pm-7:00pm

Friday 23rd October

Screen Summit at Maroochy RSL 9:00am-5:00pm

Saturday 24th October

GAMES Sunshine Coast LevelUp at ScreenHub Nambour 10:00am-12:00pm, 1:00pm-2:00pm, 2:00pm-3:00pm

Sunshine Coast Screen Awards at The Wharf Mooloolaba 6:00pm-10:00pm

Sunday 25th October

Showdown Shorts at Event Cinemas Kawana 12:00pm-3:00pm

One festival. One creative community.

ShowFest is more than a festival. It's where filmmakers find collaborators, ideas become projects, careers take shape and our screen community comes together to celebrate what makes the Sunshine Coast a creative force.