Event Details
Welcome to IndieLisboa 2027
From 29 April to 9 May 2027, Lisbon becomes the capital of independent cinema for the twenty fourth time. IndieLisboa screens feature films, short films, documentaries and animation from around the world over eleven days, focusing on works that would otherwise not reach regular Portuguese cinema circuits. This makes it one of the best attended film events in the country.
Highlights
- International Competition for features and shorts
- National Competition showcasing Portuguese productions
- IndieJúnior: a dedicated program for children and young audiences
- Workshops, masterclasses and industry activities
- Screenings across several of Lisbon's historic cinemas
- Audience awards presented across multiple sections
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Program
The festival typically screens well over 200 films across competitive sections, thematic strands and special programs. Beyond the screenings, the program regularly includes debates, Q&As with filmmakers, and parties and concerts. The full 2027 program is usually released a few weeks before the festival begins. Screenings generally run through the afternoon and evening, with start times roughly between 2:00 PM and 10:00 PM.
Tickets
Ticket prices for 2027 have not yet been announced and are usually published shortly before sales open. For reference, in 2026 regular screenings cost 5 euros, discounted tickets (under 30, over 65, unemployed) cost 4 euros, and screenings at the Cinemateca Portuguesa cost 3.20 euros. Voucher booklets of 5, 10 or 20 tickets are also available at reduced rates. Sales open at the Cinema São Jorge and Culturgest box offices as well as online.
Visitor Tips
- Book tickets for popular screenings early, as they tend to sell out fast.
- The main venues, Cinema São Jorge and Culturgest, are within walking distance of Avenida da Liberdade and easily reached by metro.
- Most films screen in their original language with Portuguese and English subtitles.
- Check the festival program online regularly, as times and venues can change on short notice.
- IndieJúnior screenings have their own, generally lower, ticket prices.
