The Knowlton Film Festival is now accepting submissions for its 7th edition: Canadian and international feature films, as well as Quebec short films, are invited to apply, with 7 Claire Léger Awards totalling $6,000.
New in 2026: a dedicated section for Canadian and international youth short films joins the program.
Submit your film now on FilmFreeway. early bird deadline May 12, final deadline June 12, 2026.
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Programming
Around thirty films featuring the official competition (fiction and documentary), three dedicated screenings highlighting the best of Quebec short films, and a spotlight on our guest of honour’s work. A selection of standout films, many presented as premieres, to be discovered together.
Meet the creators
A unique opportunity to meet around thirty special guests on site. directors, actors, producers, and film professionals accompanying all competition films. Q&A sessions after each screening, masterclasses, and cinema lunches with guest of honour and international guests.
Festive & Gourmet atmosphere
A vibrant atmosphere that continues after screenings, with evening musical and festive events, lunch offerings during the day, on-site BBQs in the evening, and culinary gatherings in collaboration with local village restaurateurs.
Regular pass
Includes all festival screenings, excluding the opening film.
$100
Early rate until July 15
$135 regular price
New this year: VIP pass
Includes all screenings, the opening film, plus a VIP event (date to be announced).
$250
OFF FESTIVAL
While waiting for its 7th edition, from August 18 to 23, the FFKFF invites you to discover its OFF program all summer long. On the program. indoor and outdoor screenings under the stars, open-air dinners, and festive evenings in some of the most beautiful locations in the Eastern Townships. Featuring a selection of films curated in collaboration with our regional partners, the Festival is taking it outside. a taste of the major celebration of cinema coming to Knowlton this August.
PARTNER FESTIVALS
Vues du Québec Film Festival in Florac
For a second consecutive year, the Vues du Québec Film Festival in Florac joins the 7th edition through an exchange between Occitanie and the Eastern Townships. The program includes a screening in the presence of regional guests, followed by a discussion on the theme “Filming Locations and Territories of Creation”.
Maine International Film Festival
New partnership with the Maine International Film Festival (July 10–19). This summer, the Knowlton Film Festival will spotlight Quebec cinema through a dedicated focus featuring two feature films and five short films. In return, as part of this collaboration, the Maine International Film Festival will also be present in Knowlton with a special screening during the festival.
2025
Trailer
A glimpse of last year’s atmosphere and programming in images, guided by Emporte-moi by Léa Pool, guest of honour in 2025.
The trailer for the 7th edition will be released alongside the full program on July 15.
Directed by Matthieu Roy-Décarie.
The Festival in Images
A look back at the last edition of the festival.
The 6th edition delivered a rich experience filled with exchanges and emotion, shaped by meaningful encounters between audiences and film professionals. inspiring discussions, masterclasses, and Q&A sessions.
8 festive events, 36 feature films, 25 short films, and the presence of 44 passionate artists. not to mention all the unforgettable moments that brought the 2025 edition to life.
Join us for our next edition, which promises to be even more festive.