Sheffield DocFest is the UK's leading documentary festival

Sheffield DocFest is the UK’s leading documentary festival and one of the world’s most influential markets for documentary projects. We champion and present the breadth of documentary form – film, television, immersive and art – in the vibrant city of Sheffield each June. We offer a place for inspiration, debate, development, learning and challenge. Our programming represents our core values – creativity, empathy, freedom, inclusivity and internationalism.

Festival begins
10 - 15 Jun 2026
Ten months to go

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Announcing our 2026 dates

Following on from a successful 32nd edition, we're delighted to announce our 2026 festival dates which will run from 10-15 June 2026. Industry Passes are now on sale at the discounted Lightning rate of £200 + VAT until 15 October 2025.
Published on July 16

Grenfell: Uncovered wins Audience Award at the 2025 Sheffield DocFest

We are thrilled to announce the winner of the 2025 Audience Award
Published on June 23

Announcing 2025 Sheffield DocFest Award Winners

We are delighted to announce this year’s winners presented during the awards ceremony at Sheffield’s Crucible Playhouse this evening.
Published on June 22

Love documentaries? Become a Member

Join a community of people who love all things documentary.
Published on June 16

Is it for me?

"All year round you work and try to find inspiration. Sheffield DocFest is 100% about inspiration. I come here to be reminded why I do what I do."

Industry Delegate

"The character of the festival extends further than the programme of films and talks, it’s imbued in the staff, volunteers and attendees, and through this community, soaked up into the city itself. I walked home every day buzzing with insight and brimming with new documentary recommendations for anyone who would listen."

Alaina Briggs, Sheffield DocFest Local Advisory Group

"DocFest is the best documentary festival in the UK. It offers access to film makers, fosters community and collaboration and showcases the best of the industry’s work. It is irreplaceable."

Industry Delegate

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