Invitation to the ITFS 2026 in Stuttgart with an animated character on a colorful background and the text 'SAVE THE DATE! 5-10 May 2026 in Stuttgart'., © Film- und Medienfestival gGmbH
People gather in front of a large screen on Schlossplatz in Stuttgart. The New Palace can be seen in the background., © SMG, Sarah Schmid
People enjoy the ITFS festival on the Schlossplatz. A big screen shows a movie. Buildings and trees surround the square., © SMG, Sarah Schmid

Stuttgart International Festival of Animated Film 2024

Location:
Schlossplatz Stuttgart (Palace Square), Schlossplatz, 70173 Stuttgart
Date

Please check the individual dates in the calendar overview.

From May 5 to 10, 2026, Stuttgart will be the central meeting place for animated film, filmmakers and audiences every day from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. At ITFS, international animation art once again meets the regional creative scene, film education and industry promotion.

The ITFS celebrates artistic animation in all its facets - from competitions and curated film programs to workshops, talks and open-air screenings.

This year's focus is on the silhouette technique. The ITFS is thus paying tribute to film pioneer Lotte Reiniger and celebrating the 100th anniversary of the oldest surviving feature-length animated film THE ADVENTURES OF PRINCE ACHMED.

Young ITFS offers specific activities for children, young people, families and educational institutions: films, workshops, hands-on activities and educational formats impart knowledge and invite visitors to actively experience, question and get creative with animated film.

Venues

Stuttgart city center cinemas, Open Air on the Schlossplatz, GameZone in the Staatsgalerie

Location & Contact

Schlossplatz Stuttgart (Palace Square)
Schlossplatz
70173 Stuttgart

Organizer: Film- und Medienfestival gGmbH

Plan your trip

Verkehrs- und Tarifverbund Stuttgart GmbH
VVS timetable information

Deutsche Bahn AG
DB timetable information

Google Maps
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