Your complete directory of answers for planning, attending, and participating in OIFF 2026
Festival Knowledge base
Frequently Asked Questions
General Festival Info
The 2026 Osun International Film Festival is scheduled to run alongside the historical Osun-Osogbo Cultural Festival weeks. The main hubs, red carpet events, and screening locations are situated in central Osogbo, Osun State, Nigeria.
General and VIP screening passes can be reserved online through our ticket links. Accredited filmmakers, press personnel, and partners will receive custom credentials upon registration validation.
Yes! We have dedicated family-friendly screenings (such as our local Pop Up Cinema in city gardens) and student educations. Note that certain feature-film screenings carry standard age-censorship ratings specified by the NFVCB.
Film Submissions
We accept Feature Narratives, Documentary Features, Short Films, and Student-led school productions. Submissions focusing on indigenous arts, cultural preservation, and folklore representations are highly prioritized.
Absolutely. Current student ID cardholders from any recognized global tertiary institution can enter our Student Education category entirely free of charge. Please use the submission portal on our Student Education page.
Travel & Lodging
International travelers can fly to Lagos (LOS) or Abuja (ABV), connect via domestic air lanes to Akure or Ibadan, and request a road shuttle to Osogbo. Alternatively, the Lagos-to-Ibadan high-speed train connects seamlessly with comfortable regional road options. Visit our Plan Your Trip page for more details.
Yes! We have official room blocks and special travel discounts secured with premier local hotels including Ideal Nest, GMT Resort, and Oroki Elegant Hotel. Contact our reservation desk via our trip planning portal to secure these rates.
Get Involved / Support
Our volunteer crew application process opens months before the main festival events. You can review available operational departments (Guest Services, Logistics, Media, and Technical support) and submit your profile on our Volunteer Page.
Absolutely. Brands can choose to sponsor dedicated awards (e.g. Best Student Film, Best Cultural Heritage Documentary), lead interactive masterclass workshops, or activate corporate pop-up lounges. Explore details on our Sponsorship Page.
