BRNO16 2026

BRNO16 is an international short film festival. It is one of the oldest film festivals in the Czech Republic and has been going on uninterrupted since 1960. At the same time, it is also one of the oldest short film festivals in the world. BRNO16 presents various kinds of short films - live action, animation, experimental, student, professional and also non-professional. Besides the prestigious competition, festival offers different kinds of activities in the off-programme - exhibitions, discussions or workshops. Each year we welcome various Czech and foreign guests, with whom you can discuss their films and professional experience.

The 67th festival will take place from 14 to 18 October 2026. You can find more information on the festival's website.

Accreditation guarantees:

  • a seat at competition and non-competition programs in the Big and Small Halls of Kino Art until capacity is reached. Please arrive early or make a reservation.
  • free entry to the video-game quiz on October 12 (team registration required via the form available from October 1)
  • a seat at non-competition programs in Black Hole and the café, subject to capacity
  • discounted tickets (50% off) for the non-competition screening in Husův sbor and Ossuary, and for Silent films with live music at Kino Art (tickets available online or at the Kino Art box office).
  • entry to the closing ceremony, subject to capacity

Additional information:

  • reservations are especially recommended for the Small Hall. Please make the reservation under the same name that appears on your visibly marked accreditation. Reserved seats are released 5 minutes before the screening starts, please be on time. Reservations can only be made in person at the Kino Art box office starting Monday, October 12
  • if a screening appears to be sold out on the ticketing website, this only refers to tickets released for online sale. Accreditation holders have their own seats, so don’t hesitate to come/make a reservation.

Early bird – 500 CZK, normal price 670 CZK

Accreditation Well Done for our biggest supporters includes a reserved seat for every screening without previous reservation (released 5 minutes before screening if person is not there), free entry to all events (including pop up screenings), a festival bag and other merchandise: 1300 CZK (limited edition, only 16 accreditation availible)

No cancellation or reservation possible.