Blog: Film festivals

The North Film Festival is officially moving to BARCELONA, Spain — and it’s going LIVE.

February 18–20, 2026

The North Film Festival (TNFF) – Now LIVE in Barcelona!

February 18–20, 2026
IMDb-qualifying | In-person screenings | Barcelona, Spain

Born in Sweden in 2020, The North Film Festival (TNFF) was created with one goal in mind: to celebrate bold, independent cinema from around the world — and to connect the hearts of filmmakers and film lovers across borders.

Over the last four amazing years, TNFF has grown into a dynamic platform with both online and live editions, proudly supporting Swedish filmmakers while welcoming international voices. Our deep belief in the power of this project even led us to expand — giving birth to our sister festival, The North Film Festival – New York City, which has since become a huge success in the U.S.

But as many of you know, sustaining an in-person festival without consistent local funding in Sweden has been a challenge. So, while it was not an easy decision, we are making an exciting leap forward:

The North Film Festival is officially moving to Barcelona, Spain — and it’s going LIVE.

Thanks to new funding opportunities and a strong cultural partnership in Barcelona, the festival will now take place in one of Europe’s most creative and cinematic cities. Barcelona is a city that breathes film, art, and storytelling — and it's the perfect new home for the next chapter of TNFF.

About TNFF

The North Film Festival (TNFF) is an international film festival showcasing outstanding short and feature films across all genres. As an IMDb-qualifying competition, we proudly support filmmakers from across Europe and around the globe.

Our mission is simple: spotlight original voices, provide a platform for global talent, and create meaningful connections between creators and audiences.

Whether you’re joining us online or LIVE in Barcelona, TNFF is your stage.
2026 Venue (Live in Barcelona)

Cinema Maldà
Galerías Maldà
Carrer del Pi, 5, Ciutat Vella, 08002 Barcelona, España


Awards Gala – Swedish Online Edition
April 25, 2025 | 10PM CET
www.thenorthfilmfest.com
Streaming live on YouTube – Chat with us during the ceremony!

We invite you to submit your films, join the celebration, and become part of a new era in TNFF's legacy — one that continues to grow and evolve in beautiful Barcelona.

Let’s connect, create, and make cinematic magic together.

➡️ Submit your film now: https://filmfreeway.com/TheNorthFilmFestival

We are also extending an exclusive invitation to films from our sister festivals:

• Love & Hope International Film Festival - Barcelona (Oct 1 - 4, 2025)
• The North Film Festival - New York City (June 10 - 13, 2026)
• Los Angeles Fantasia Fest - Los Angeles, CA (Nov 20 - 21, 2025)

We can’t wait to meet you at the festival! In the meantime, we’d love for you to join our Facebook community, where we share exciting updates about filmmaking and our festivals.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/lovehopethenorthfestivals

See you there!