Tehran Int’l Animation Festival calls for entries

The 14th edition of the Tehran International Animation Festival has officially announced its call for entries.

Organized by the Institute for the Intellectual Development of Children and Young Adults (IIDCYA), the festival will be held in the Iranian capital city on May 24-28, 2026.

It aims to serve as a comprehensive platform for artists and filmmakers worldwide to showcase their creative talents, exchange ideas, and foster innovation in the field of animation.

The festival’s registration period opened last week and will remain open until January 10, 2026.

Iranian and international filmmakers are invited to submit their works through official website of the festival.

The selection process for the festival’s diverse categories is scheduled for the mid-January. 

The competition section of the festival features a variety of categories, with specific criteria for participation.

Notably, filmmakers can submit up to three episodes from series or collections, as well as advertising works, including educational, industrial, and promotional films. 

The selection of entries for the competition will be overseen by a dedicated jury panel, carefully chosen by the organizing committee.

This edition of the festival introduces several new thematic sections aimed at highlighting both contemporary and socially relevant issues; among them is the “Cypress and Olive” (Gaza) segment, which explores the history of global imperialist crimes and promotes the culture of resistance and human dignity, seeking to raise awareness about the Palestinian land and the resilience of its people.

Additionally, the festival has expanded its scope to include “Motion Graphics” and “Artificial Intelligence” categories, reflecting the evolving landscape of digital animation and technological innovation.

The 14th Tehran International Animation Festival aspires to create a dynamic, inclusive environment that encourages creativity, innovation, and cultural dialogue.