For Internationals

The International Film Festival Assen (IFA) is the go-to destination for film lovers in the North. From March 4 to 7, 2027, immerse yourself in films that highlight women in front of and behind the camera. Our four-day festival takes place annually at De Nieuwe Kolk in Assen. This year is our 47th edition. IFA challenges your perspective on equality and identity, offering captivating arthouse films and an exciting festival programme.

IFA is one of the oldest film festivals in Europe with an intersectional feminist tradition. This means that the festival pays attention to how different forms of inequality, such as gender, ethnicity, sexuality, and socioeconomic status, intersect and impact each other. Female filmmakers and their stories are central to our mission. For 47 editions, we have worked to continue strengthening the position of women in the film industry. Every year, we proudly present a programme that touches, inspires, and sparks reflection. 

Become our Friend!

Support IFA by becoming a Friend of the festival. Friends get access to exclusive perks, special screenings, and moments that bring you closer to IFA each year. With the support of our Friends, important themes such as emancipation and inclusion remain visible and part of the conversation. Together, we make IFA a little more beautiful every year. Will you become a Friend of IFA too?