Festival Introduction
The UK’s largest celebration of animated storytelling, Manchester Animation Festival is a welcoming, world class event dedicated to the art, craft and the future of animated film.
Held at HOME in Manchester and in venues across the city centre, we bring together passionate audiences from the city’s own communities and visitors from across the globe. As an Academy Award® and BAFTA-qualifying festival, we’re proud to champion outstanding animation and connect creators to audiences and one another.
From bold short film and feature screenings to inspiring masterclasses, talks, panels and workshops, MAF is a place for all ages to discover, learn and be part of something special, whether you’re an industry insider or just want to see something you won’t see anywhere else.
Animation is here. Come and celebrate with us at Manchester Animation Festival!
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