Irish Film Festival Spain Ibero-American Film Festival Ireland
FESTIVALS
This groundbreaking initiative is designed to share with the audience the phenomenal quality of the Iberoamerican and Irish film industries.
The festivals are coordinated by the Irish Indie Film Foundation and are part of the programming of IFI international and IFI.
The festivals are supported by Instituto Cervantes, Accion Cultural Española, Culture Ireland, the Embassy of Spain in Ireland and the Embassy of Ireland in Spain.
The festivals aim is to connect Ireland and Ibero-American countries celebrating and bridging their film culture and giving a networking space to producers where they can blend their magic. Both festival accept film submissions from independent filmmkers.
Ibero-American Film Festival - Ireland
The Ibero-American Film Festival Ireland is a vibrant celebration of the rich cultural diversity and cinematic artistry of Ibero-American countries, providing a unique platform for audiences in Ireland to experience films these regions.
Its very successful first edition took place in Dublin in April 2025. The festival is now relocated to Galway, UNESCO city of film. The festival will bring together filmmakers, audiences, and industry professionals to foster cultural exchange, inspire dialogue, and strengthen connections between Ireland and Ibero-America.
Irish Film Festival - Spain
The Irish Film Festival in Spain has its Bilbao, with its rich cultural heritage and reputation as a thriving hub of international arts, offers an ideal setting for this celebration.
The connections between Basque and Irish communities, rooted in shared values of resilience, linguistic pride, and a profound love for storytelling, make the city the perfect stage for this cultural exchange.
By bringing Irish cinema to Basque audiences the festival deepens cultural ties, fosters meaningful dialogue, and celebrates the shared artistry and heritage of both regions.