Manchester Animation Festival

Animation for all! The UK's largest #animation event returns 8-12 November 2026. ACADEMY AWARD® and BAFTA Qualifying film festival.

[Manchester Animation Festival @mcranimation]

This is just the tip of the iceberg too.

Tickets and passes for all of this year's events are on-sale now - vist our website to grab yours.

Manchester Animation Festival

Sun 8 - Thu 12 Nov In Venue
Fri 13 - Mon 30 Nov Online

See you in November! #MAF2026

[Manchester Animation Festival @mcranimation]

More MAF? If you insist!

We’re super excited to reveal more excellent additions to #MAF2026!

Hit play for a guided tour of our new unmissable events ft. UK premieres, special screenings, the return of our Animation Nation Forum at @EmmaBridgewater and much, much more...

[Skwigly | Animation News, Interviews, Podcasts @skwigly]

@mcranimation Festival (MAF) has announced the seven projects selected for Animation Featured, a new initiative designed to strengthen the UK’s feature animation pipeline and support emerging and established producers developing ambitious long‑form work.

https://t.co/ysLZWZJ3ic

[Skwigly | Animation News, Interviews, Podcasts @skwigly]

@mcranimation Festival unveils its 2026 programme - an ambitious and diverse celebration of animation in all its forms. Running from 8-12 November at venues across Manchester, this year’s festival features an exceptional slate of sessions.

https://t.co/NmxLXqq003

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@LupusFilms @NetflixUK @LAIKAStudios @Taller_Chucho @BritishArts @ICOtweets @aardman @will_becher @moonjam @Dreamworks @CartoonSaloon @ILMVFX @bbcstudios ⭐ Not forgetting our Animation Nation Forum, the MAF Marketplace & our Family Day!

And that’s just the tip of the animated iceberg!

#MAF2026 tickets & passes are NOW on sale. Explore this year’s line up and buy your tickets and passes today >> https://t.co/8N8ytoFiBX

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📢 Time to reveal the #MAF2026 programme - are you ready?

Expect premieres, exclusive previews, behind-the-scenes insights & much more >>

https://t.co/8N8ytoFiBX

We’ve got an ambitious celebration of animation coming your way so let's unwrap some festival highlights…

[Manchester Animation Festival @mcranimation]

@LupusFilms @NetflixUK @LAIKAStudios @Taller_Chucho @BritishArts @ICOtweets @aardman @will_becher @moonjam @Dreamworks @CartoonSaloon ⭐ @ILMVFX return to MAF and explore the future of video content
⭐ @bbcstudios Kids & Family present the making of Vanishing Point
⭐ Plus an exciting feature & short film competition showcasing new and established filmmakers from all over the world

[Screen International @Screendaily]

Exclusive: A new development lab is looking to strengthen the pipeline of UK animated feature films.

Animation Featured is from @mcranimation, backed by the @BFI - full details: https://t.co/X1OJlQz8fE

[Skwigly | Animation News, Interviews, Podcasts @skwigly]

@mcranimation Festival has launched Animation Featured – a brand new seven-month accelerator to help UK producers take feature-length animated projects from development to the international market.

Applications close 16 August.

Read more: https://t.co/6GAhBdkSzx

[Manchester Animation Festival @mcranimation]

Thinking of submitting to Animation Featured, but want to find out a little more before you do? Join us for one of three online information sessions this month.

The first one is tomorrow 12:30 – 13:30!

Sign up and find out more on the link below:

https://t.co/420DGQKI2V

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🐝JOIN THE MAF TEAM!🐝

We've got two roles available, a Marketing Manager and Guest Services Coordinator!

These roles close next Mon 3 Aug so be sure to get an application in if you'd like to help be a part of this years edition!!

Find out more here: https://t.co/sqLbgKf97S

[Manchester Animation Festival @mcranimation]

MAF 2026 film submissions close THIS FRIDAY!

If you want to be in with a chance of featuring in the competition line up at this years fest, this week is your last chance!

Winners will walk away with one of these BEEautiful trophies!

Find out more here: https://t.co/j4FIfY6xdC

[Manchester Animation Festival @mcranimation]

Find out more about Animation Featured in @Screendaily!

[Screen International @Screendaily]

Exclusive: A new development lab is looking to strengthen the pipeline of UK animated feature films.

Animation Featured is from @mcranimation, backed by the @BFI - full details: https://t.co/X1OJlQz8fE

[Manchester Animation Festival @mcranimation]

Are you a UK producer developing a feature-length animated project?

Introducing…Animation Featured!

Supported by the @BFI National Lottery Creative Challenge Fund, 6 animated feature projects will join a 7-month development accelerator.

Find out more: https://t.co/K607BQR8LU

[JCP in Manchester @JCPinManchester]

Opportunities with Manchester Animation Festival 2026 which takes place in November

Vacancies for Marketing Manager and Guest Services Coordinator

See: https://t.co/kTki7S53Nt

The deadlines for both roles is 3 August

@mcranimation #ManchesterJobs

[Manchester Animation Festival @mcranimation]

Relive the last MAF! Our wrap video for 2025 highlights our biggest year yet as we gear up for the 2026 edition, what was your MAF memory of 2025? https://t.co/VH46qnkGQ3

[Manchester Animation Festival @mcranimation]

We're on the lookout for short films, student films, feature films, immersive films and commissioned films for MAF 2026! If you'd like to enter our Academy Award© and BAFTA qualifying festival head to FilmFreeway to submit your work. https://t.co/6R1A5qmCDZ