Grimmfest
Also known as Manchester's International Festival of Fantastic Film
8–11 October 2026
Next edition: Not announced
Horror and fantastic film festival
About this festival
Grimmfest is an in-person genre festival in Manchester, North West England, covering horror, fantasy, science fiction, thriller and comedy. It includes features, themed shorts, premieres, Q&As, a market and awards, with a separate Grimmfest Online edition advertised.
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What's on
Key strands
Features; themed shorts; premieres; Q&As; market; awards
Genres and themes
horror; fantasy; science fiction; thriller; comedy
Filmmaker events and Q&As
Q&As, signings, guests, jury and market
Online or in person
in-person; separate Grimmfest Online edition advertised
Audience
genre fans; Manchester; filmmakers; over-18
Notes
Official page links directly to Eventive and publishes the full schedule.
Also listed: ODEON Great Northern