IFFR at Plein – Sunday
Fenix joins forces with IFFR, the International Film Festival Rotterdam. From film screenings and activities to a kids’ corner and Filmclub events, there is plenty to experience at Plein from 6 to 8 February.
IFFR at Plein
IFFR has long been a global reference point for film lovers. The festival supports independent filmmakers and presents cinema in all its forms. For Rotterdam, it is a fixed highlight of the year. From 6 to 8 February, Plein is dedicated to IFFR.
Throughout the weekend, Plein transforms into a walk-in cinema, screening short film programs in an informal setup. The program regularly engages with themes of migration and is supported by partners such as the Displacement Film Fund, Buddy Film Foundation, and COC Rotterdam. Films by local makers (RTM) are also shown, alongside collaborations with local organisations including Skateland, Dokhuis, and mint2.
Each day, alongside film screenings and Q&As, there are creative activities such as embroidering the iconic IFFR tiger or the workshop Drawing the Tiger, where participants can experiment with painting and mixed-media techniques.
Program Sunday, February 8
10 am - 11 am: Babyfilmclub
11:30 am - 12:30 pm: Kids Only: workshop film- en kinderfilosofie “SpelenderWijs”
10 am - 6 pm: IFFR Tiger-patches Workshop
12:30 pm- 1:30 pm: IFFR Shorts Selections: Stories of Movement
2 pm- 5 pm: Embroidery Workshop
2 pm - 4 pm: Film Stories: Live conversation with filmmakers
4:30 pm - 6 pm: Filmclub x Dokhuis
6 pm - 8 pm: Filmclub x Plein: Community Meeting & Celebration
All day: Art Directions installation: My Sweet Elora
Note: On Sunday, two parts of the program require a ticket. Tickets for the Babyfilmclub and the Kids Only workshop can be purchased through the IFFR website. The embroidery workshop is free, but due to limited spaces, registration in advance is required.
All details about the programme can be found on the IFFR website.
About IFFR
The International Film Festival Rotterdam (IFFR) presents a leading international film festival and a year-round program that deepens the appreciation of film in all its forms, broadens and diversifies audiences, and creates opportunities for independent filmmakers and artists from around the world. Through film and audiovisual art, IFFR aims to broaden, enrich, and challenge the way people view the world and one another.
The 55th edition of the festival takes place from 29 January to 8 February 2026.
All dates
| Datum | Tijd | Locatie | In agenda zetten |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 8 Feb | 10:00 - 20:00 | Fenix |
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