Bansko Film Fest is more than just an event — it’s a movement within the global community
of extreme sports and mountain culture.
Dive into a world of high-stakes adventure through films that challenge the limits of human
endurance and awaken your sense of wonder.
Join the festival to explore, connect, and live the adventure with the Bansko Film Fest
community!
The 24th International Mountain & Adventure Film Festival is just around the corner!
From 19 to 23 November, the mountain town of Bansko becomes the gateway to an
unforgettable journey through the marvels of wild nature.
As Bulgaria’s largest festival dedicated to extreme sports, mountains, culture, and adventure,
Bansko Film Fest offers a distinctive experience across 10 venues, recreating a vibrant festival
atmosphere at the foot of the stunning Pirin Mountains in 5 days of cinematic immersion, 83
selected film premieres, 43 countries represented — including Kazakhstan, Iran, Bhutan, and
India, a competition program in 7 categories, 14 inspiring presentations by leading Bulgarian
and international climbers and explorers, Encounters with world-renowned directors, panel
discussions, and Q&A sessions, 9 exhibitions, Contests, climbing competitions, and caving
expeditions
Program Highlights: “Mysteries of Everest” – a gripping talk by Jochen Hemmleb (Germany),
the festival stars are great adventurers and climbers – Oswald Rodrigo Pereira (Poland),
Matteo della Bordella (Italy), Martin Ziberer (Austria), Stefano Ragazzo (Italy); Masterclass for
young Bulgarian filmmakers: "Camera in Extreme Conditions" with Greg Gransden (Canada)
Presentations by Nikola Kalistrin and scientist-speleologist Tsvetan Parov: "Antarctic Blue –
The Impact of Climate Change on Glaciers", Time2Dare – Bulgaria’s only all-female sailing crew
shares their journey. A children and youth program with interactive lessons, outdoor
activities, and workshops BanskofilmfestKIDS.
Beyond the Screen:, Festival merchandise, Cozy culinary corner, Lively festival bar
Evening parties to keep the energy flowing after dark
Bansko Film Fest is a celebration of courage, curiosity, and connection with nature. These films
will take you to the farthest corners of the Earth, highlighting human resilience, scientific
discovery, and wild beauty.
BanskoFilmFestKIDS continues to educate and inspire — reaching over 400 children with fun
lessons, competitions, climbing, caving, and more. With open hearts and curious minds, they’ll
embrace every challenge with joy.
Festival Finale:
Saturday night awards ceremony celebrating the best films
Followed by the grand final party — don’t miss it!
Organizers: Bansko Film Fest Team & Municipality of Bansko
Partners: Kompas, Ford Moto-Phoe, Kaufland Bulgaria, Istituto Italiano di Cultura – Sofia,
Polish Institute in Sofia, Embassy of Poland, Austrian Embassy Sofia, Free Mountains
Association, Namaste, Outsider, STAR BAR–BaseCamp
