BIFF — Bergen International Film Festival 2025

BIFF is an annual film festival that showcases approximately 150 films from around the world. It features sneak previews, feature films, documentaries, short films, and special programs that spotlight social issues, cinema from underrepresented regions, and experimental works. It’s one of Norway’s major cultural events for film lovers.

Where & When

Venue: Bergen, multiple cinemas and screening venues across the city
Date(s): Tuesday, 14 October – Wednesday, 23 October 2025
Time: The exact time of the event will be announced later, towards the end of September.

Why This Event is a Must-Experience

BIFF isn’t just a film festival, it’s a lens on the world. With a strong documentary profile, the programme brings forward films that grapple with pressing questions of human rights, society, and the environment. Premieres and early screenings give audiences first access to new voices and international works, blending the excitement of discovery with the weight of urgent storytelling.

Beyond the screen, BIFF is a gathering place. Filmmakers, critics, students, and audiences meet in discussions, Q&As, and panels that extend the cinematic experience into dialogue and debate. This interaction makes the festival feel alive—more than just watching, you’re part of the conversation shaping how films reflect and influence our times.

Set against Bergen’s autumn atmosphere, the experience takes on an extra dimension. Between screenings, you step into a city framed by fjords and history, its cafés, galleries, and harbour walks making each day feel complete. It’s this blend of thought-provoking cinema, engaged community, and cultural setting that makes BIFF a must for anyone who loves film as both art and catalyst.

Find out more

Official Website & Tickets

Practical Info

• Admission: Ticketed screenings; passes and individual tickets available via the festival website.
• Age/ID: Many screenings are suitable for all ages; some films may have age restrictions.
• Getting there: Festival uses multiple venues—cinemas in central Bergen; public transport and walking are efficient.
• Facilities: Cinema halls, art houses, theatre screening spaces; cafes and bars nearby.
• Tip: Plan early: with many screenings and venues, great films fill up fast—look at program as soon as it drops.