Discovery Film Festival 2026
From Fri 31 October
Welcome to this year's Discovery Film Festival! Discovery brings the best family films from around the world to Dundee, many of which haven’t been released in UK cinemas yet. Tickets for all events are Donate What You Can – you can choose how much you’d like to donate to the festival, from £0 to £8.
As well as our film screenings, there are creative activities to enjoy, a beautiful exhibition by Scottish artist France-Lise McGurn in DCA galleries, and family friendly menus in Jute Cafe Bar.
Join us for our opening day on Sat 31 October, for an exciting line-up of films, creativity and delicious cakes from our friends at iconic bakery Fisher & Donaldson.
Discovery Film Festival 2026 listings
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Discovery Film Festival 2026
Enjoy family films from around the world
Discovery Shorts for Wee Ones 2026
Duration: 40m
Sat 31 Oct - Fri 13 Nov 2026
Discovery Shorts for Tinies 2026
Duration: 45m
Sat 31 Oct - Sun 8 Nov 2026
Discovery Art Cart
Duration: Drop in 11:00 – 14:00
Sat 31 Oct - Sun 8 Nov 2026
3D Character Creation Workshop
Duration: 1h15m
Sat 31 Oct 2026
Olivia and the Invisible Earthquake
Duration: 1h11m
Sat 31 Oct 2026
Discovery Shorts for Families 2026
Duration: 53m
Sun 1 - Fri 13 Nov 2026
The Red Balloon
Duration: 36m
Sun 1 Nov 2026
The Secret Floor
Duration: 1h31m
Sun 1 Nov 2026
Mary Anning
Duration: 1h12m
Sat 7 Nov 2026
When Mumbo Jumbo Grew Giant
Duration: 1h23m
Sat 7 Nov 2026
Papaya
Duration: 1h14m
Sun 8 Nov 2026
Relaxed: Discovery Shorts for Wee Ones 2026
Duration: 40m
Sun 8 Nov 2026
Congo Boy
Duration: 1h31m Age: 15+
Sun 8 Nov 2026
