Folkestone Documentary Festival 2026: Industry Day
Book this event online or email the box office at boxoffice@creativefolkestone.org.uk
Calling all filmmakers, artists and documentary-curious people. Do you want to know more about documentary film craft, find out who is funding and distributing independent non-fiction projects and documentary art, and meet with other film creatives and potential collaborators? Then book for this jam-packed day of presentations, panel discussions, case studies, one-to-ones and networking in partnership with BFI Doc Society and Screen South.
The day features 5 varied and informative panels including conversations with talented filmmakers and execs about documentary features, shorts, and hybrid projects. Open to all, whatever level of experience. The sessions are ‘relaxed’ and there will be tea and coffee available throughout the day if you need to take a break.
There will also be a chance for Industry Day ticket holders to book 1-to-1s with industry experts. These slots are offered on a first come first served basis and will be available to book on the day.
The Industry Day will be followed by networking drinks at Club Folkestone sponsored by Docker and Dr Jekyll’s mysteriously refreshing beer. Free to Industry Day ticket holders.
Look out for full programme announcements at www.folkestonedocumentaryfestival.co.uk