Niagara International Music Film Festival  ·  Sep 17–20, 2026
NIMFF 2026

Niagara International
Music Film
Festival

Sep 17 – 20, 2026
FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre, The Film House

"Where music meets film on the edge of the falls"

Niagara International Music Film Festival

Call for Submissions

Submissions are now open for the 1st Niagara International Music Film Festival.

Welcome to your first cinematic step into the current.

September 17–20, 2026

4-Day
Master Plan

A Journey Where Sound Meets Heart

NIMFF connects audiences, artists, and industry insiders through different themes over 4 days.

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Day 1

Prelude

"The splendid beginning — the first melody resonating in Niagara"
Sep 17 (Thu)
  • Red Carpet & Grand Opening
  • Signature Screening
  • Grand OST Concert
  • VIP Reception
02
Day 2

Resonance

"Discover the future of music film and share industry visions"
Sep 18 (Fri)
  • Film Showcase
  • GV — Director & Crew Q&A
  • Industry Forum
03
Day 3

Harmony

"Perfect harmony created by wine, music, and film"
Sep 19 (Sat)
  • Winery Cinema
  • Wine & Dine & Sunset Live
  • K-Movie Night
  • Artist Networking
04
Day 4

Encore

"Beyond a successful finale — a declaration toward a greater future"
Sep 20 (Sun)
  • Awards Ceremony
  • Closing Film & Finale
  • Gala Dinner
  • Vision Declaration
01
Festival Program

Day 1: Prelude

◆   Sep 17 (Thu)

"The splendid beginning of the festival, the first melody resonating in Niagara"

Opening Ceremony
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Opening Ceremony

Red Carpet & Grand Opening

A red carpet event and official opening marking the grand beginning of NIMFF 2026 — celebrities, filmmakers, and distinguished guests gather at the heart of Niagara.

Sep 17  ·  FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre, The Film House →
Opening Film
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Opening Film

Signature Screening

Screening of a carefully selected work that embodies NIMFF's identity — a cinematic statement that sets the tone for the days to follow.

Sep 17  ·  FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre, The Film House →
Opening Concert
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Opening Concert

Grand OST Concert

A grand outdoor concert featuring iconic original soundtracks performed live — music from beloved films echoing across the Niagara skyline.

Sep 17  ·  FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre, The Film House →
VIP Reception
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VIP Reception

Networking & Reception

An exclusive evening for key figures, sponsors, and industry leaders — an intimate setting to forge connections that shape the future of music and film.

Sep 17  ·  By Invitation →
02
Festival Program

Day 2: Resonance

◆   Sep 18 (Fri)

"A time to discover the future of music film and share industry visions"

Film Showcase
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Film Showcase

Competition Screenings

Screening of fresh short films and special invitations alongside international competition works — a curated window into bold new voices in music film.

Sep 18  ·  FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre, The Film House →
Guest Visit
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GV (Guest Visit)

Director & Crew Q&A

Deep conversation time where directors and production crews communicate directly with the audience — candid dialogue between creators and the people who experience their work.

Sep 18  ·  FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre, The Film House →
Industry Forum
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Industry Forum

Future of Music Film

Experts gather to discuss the future of the film music industry and provide business matching — a professional summit shaping the next chapter of the medium.

Sep 18  ·  FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre, The Film House →
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Festival Program

Day 3: Harmony

◆   Sep 19 (Sat)

"Perfect harmony created by wine, music, and film"

Winery Cinema
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Winery Cinema

Outdoor Winery Screenings

Special screenings held in Niagara's unique outdoor wineries — where the beauty of the vineyard becomes a backdrop for exceptional music film.

Sep 19  ·  FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre, The Film House →
Wine & Dine & Sunset Live
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Wine & Dine & Sunset Live

Acoustic Live & Fine Dining

Romantic acoustic live performances paired with fine dining as the sun sets over Niagara — an evening where taste, sound, and light converge.

Sep 19  ·  Sunset →
K-Movie Night
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K-Movie Night

Korean Film & Performance

Screenings of globally trending Korean films accompanied by live performances — a celebration of the cultural wave reshaping world cinema.

Sep 19  ·  FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre, The Film House →
Artist Networking
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Artist Networking

Exclusive Artists' Party

An exclusive party for artists in a free and open atmosphere — a space to connect, collaborate, and celebrate the creative spirit of NIMFF.

Sep 19  ·  By Invitation →
04
Festival Program

Day 4: Encore

◆   Sep 20 (Sun)

"Beyond a Successful Finale — A Declaration Toward a Greater Future"

Awards Ceremony
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Awards Ceremony

International Competition Awards

Presentation of awards to International Competition winners selected through a rigorous jury process — honoring the finest works in music film from around the world.

Sep 20  ·  FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre, The Film House →
Closing Film
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Closing Film

Finale Screening & Performance

Screening of the closing film accompanied by a commemorative finale performance — a cinematic farewell that leaves the audience with a lasting impression.

Sep 20  ·  FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre, The Film House →
Gala Dinner
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Gala Dinner

Official Reception Dinner

An official dinner reception honoring sponsors and VIP guests — an evening of gratitude and celebration marking the close of a landmark inaugural festival.

Sep 20  ·  By Invitation →
Vision Declaration
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Vision Declaration

Roadmap to the Next Festival

Review of inaugural achievements and unveiling of the roadmap for the next festival — a forward-looking declaration that sets the stage for NIMFF's enduring legacy.

Sep 20  ·  FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre, The Film House →

NIMFF 2026 — September 17–20 — Niagara, Canada

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