Toronto After Dark Film Festival
Toronto After Dark Film Festival is a showcase of new horror, sci-fi, action, and cult cinema featuring feature premieres and genre shorts. Attendees watch independent genre films alongside late-night programming and short film showcases. Many screenings also feature lively post-film Q&A sessions with attending filmmakers.
Oct 14 – Oct 18, 2026 Official site
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Plan Your Visit
Website / Tickets
Ages
18A or 14A (check specific screenings)
Neighborhood
Entertainment District
Accessibility
The festival is accessible-friendly, with select screenings offering closed captioning.
Location
Tips & Advice
- All screenings are general admission with no assigned seating, so arrive early to find your preferred seat.
- If a screening sells out online, you can join the rush line in the theatre lobby one hour before showtime for a chance at unclaimed tickets.
- Passholders can vote for festival awards, including the Adam Lopez Audience Choice awards, via an online poll sent after the festival.
Special Events & Promotions
- New late-night programming is featured at CineCycle.
- Cine-Maniac and All-Nighter Cine-Maniac passes offer a discount compared with regular ticket prices.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are seats assigned for screenings?
No, all seating at the festival is general admission with no assigned seats.
What happens if a film screening is sold out?
You can join the in-person Rush Line forming in the theatre lobby one hour before the show; remaining tickets are released on a first-come, first-served basis just before showtime based on empty seat counts.
Do filmmakers attend the festival?
Yes, a number of filmmakers attend their screenings in person for lively Q&A sessions with the audience.
How are the festival awards decided?
Winners for awards such as the Adam Lopez Audience Choice for Best Feature and Short Film are decided by an online poll emailed to pass buyers after the festival concludes.
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