Festival

The Animasyros International Animation Festival returns to Syros from 21 to 27 September 2026. The 19th edition is dedicated to the 200th anniversary of Ermoupoli.



The programme features seven competition sections, special tributes, the Agora – one of the leading meeting points for the animation industry – educational workshops, a VR Lounge, parallel events, and new international collaborations.

Among the highlights of this year’s ANIMASYROS 2026 feature film screenings is Decorado by award-winning Spanish filmmaker Alberto Vásquez, which will be presented in its nationwide premiere. The programme also features the highly anticipated return of Sylvain Chomet, a legend of 2D animation.

Once again, the International Competition Programme of ANIMASYROS 2026 features acclaimed films from major international festivals, alongside notable works by internationally recognised animation professionals. The International Student Competition presents outstanding student films from renowned animation schools around the world, while original and groundbreaking works in terms of technique and/or artistic approach are showcased in the International Panorama. As every year, the finest Greek productions compete in the Greek Competition Programme. The Festival’s rich competition programme also includes the K.ID.S section, featuring animated films for children and families, as well as the Animapride section, dedicated to films exploring LGBTQI+ themes.

Check out the programme here.

Screenings will take place at the Apollon Theatre, the Cyclades Chamber of Commerce Conference Hall (Valmas Hall), the Capuchin Monastery (Ano Syros), Finikas Square and Miaouli Square and are with free entry to the public.

This year’s Country in Focus at ANIMASYROS is Ireland.