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2025 in Review: Cinema

A year packed with fantastic new titles and must-see vintage classics.

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New films from Fri 19 December

See what's on including Avatar: Fire and Ash, Christmas films, I Swear and more.

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2025 in review: Dundead

It's been a record-breaking year for horror, cult and weird cinema at DCA

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2025 in review: Learning

We take a look back at a packed year of creative activity.

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2025 in Review: Exhibitions

We take a look back at what's filled DCA galleries this year

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2025 in review: DCA Print Studio

We take a look back some exciting printmaking projects from 2025

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Family Activity at DCA

Find out what's on for families during December and download our Family Activity Calendar

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A fantastic year for schools at Discovery Film Festival

Over 3,600 pupils visited our 2025 festival to experience films and creative workshops

Adult and two children in Create Space

Why families love Family Art Lab

We take a look at the benefits families feel from creating art together.

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Christmas at DCA

Enjoy the festivities at DCA with workshops, events and screenings.

Audience watching The Phantom of the Opera while Andrew Wasylyk and Tommy Perman play their live score

Scares and surprises at Dundead Halloween 2025

We take a look back at a successful spooky season with Dundead Halloween 2025.

Children take part in outdoor art activities during the summer.

Big Give: Making an impact

Free and fun activities for families during the school holidays