Espoo Ciné International Film Festival

Espoo Ciné International Film Festival has established itself as a showcase of contemporary European cinema in Finland. The festival presents some of the most interesting new films, both from established creators and emerging talents. Special attention in the festival’s programme is given to issues of minority representation.

In 2026 Espoo Ciné International Film Festival launches Cinéstesia — a festival strand dedicated to the intersections between cinema, visual arts, and artists’ moving image practices.

The 37th Espoo Ciné festival will be held on 21–30 August 2026, and the programme will be announced on 30 July 2026!

The new Crip Ciné, focused on disability cinema, took place from 12 to 16 April, 2025. 

Alongside Espoo Ciné and the new Crip Ciné, the festival also hosts Junior Ciné, an event dedicated to children and young audiences.