Federal Capital Territory
Abuja International Film Festival 2026: Dates, Venues & Planning
The 23rd Abuja International Film Festival runs 20–24 October 2026, with screenings, premieres, masterclasses, industry discussions and awards across Abuja venues including Silverbird Cinemas.
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Plan your visit to Abuja International Film Festival
Begin with 20–24 October 2026, Film screenings & premieres, Masterclasses & industry sessions. See the guide for details on each stop.
Check current opening hours, access and travel conditions before leaving.- Applies to
- Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria
- Guide type
- Event guide
- Best for
- Film, Nollywood, Creative industry
- Information reviewed
- 2026-10-06
The 23rd Abuja International Film Festival is scheduled from 20 to 24 October 2026. Visit Abuja lists screenings and festival activity across Silverbird Cinemas in Central Area, Transcorp Hilton and the University of Abuja Mini Campus in Gwagwalada.
More context
Because the programme spans multiple venues, confirm the exact screening or session venue before travelling instead of assuming every event is at Silverbird.
Reviewed 2026-10-06. Confirm live opening hours, ticketing, road access, weather, security conditions and event schedules directly before travelling.
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What to see in Abuja International Film Festival
Address, maps & cost
Venues and nearby planning stops for Abuja International Film Festival
Prices are marked as current estimates or variable instead of being presented as permanent facts.
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Transcorp Hilton Abuja
One of the venues listed for the 23rd Abuja International Film Festival. Check the festival programme for which sessions are assigned here.
- Area
- Maitama
- Address
- 1 Aguiyi Ironsi Street, Maitama, Abuja 900001, Nigeria
- Cost
- Festival-session access varies; hotel room rates are separate
Hours & contact details
Hours: Festival dates: 20–24 October 2026; session times vary.
Phone: +234 803 901 3000
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University of Abuja Mini Campus
One of the festival venues listed for the 23rd Abuja International Film Festival. Confirm the exact screening or masterclass location inside the campus before travelling.
- Area
- Gwagwalada
- Address
- University of Abuja Mini Campus, Gwagwalada, Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria
- Cost
- Festival access varies by programme
Hours & contact details
Hours: Festival dates: 20–24 October 2026; individual session times vary.
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Silverbird Cinemas Abuja
A primary listed venue for the 23rd Abuja International Film Festival, alongside other festival venues around Abuja.
- Area
- Central Business District
- Address
- 1161 Memorial Drive, by Musa Yar'Adua Center, Central Business District, Abuja 904101, FCT, Nigeria
- Cost
- Festival access varies by screening or session — check the current programme
Hours & contact details
Hours: Festival dates: 20–24 October 2026; individual screening and session times vary.
Common trip questions
Planning Abuja International Film Festival
What should I see in Abuja International Film Festival?
Begin with 20–24 October 2026, Film screenings & premieres, Masterclasses & industry sessions. See the guide for details on each stop.
What should I check before visiting Abuja International Film Festival?
The venues are not all close together, especially Gwagwalada versus Central Area. Verify each programme item before setting out.
Before you go
Before you visit Abuja International Film Festival
Check the session venue
The venues are not all close together, especially Gwagwalada versus Central Area. Verify each programme item before setting out.
Allow travel buffers
Do not book back-to-back sessions in distant Abuja districts without realistic road time.
Verify ticket or accreditation rules
Screenings, premieres, awards and industry sessions may use different access arrangements.
Use the current festival programme
Check the festival's linked programme close to the date for screening times and late changes.
Source & verification
Sources and live checks for Abuja International Film Festival
This event guide was reviewed on 2026-10-06. MyNigeriaGuide does not treat old prices, social posts or copied travel lists as permanent facts; confirm dynamic details close to your travel date.
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