Tier 3
Byron Bay, Australia
Last verified 12 June 2026
The Byron Bay International Film Festival - 2026 marks our 20th edition. Byron Bay was known as the meeting place for the traditional land owners - the Arakwal people and each year Australian and International film talent join thousands of film lovers at BBFF, in our beautiful
The main submission deadline for Byron Bay International Film Festival is around 31 August 2026. Confirmed for the current edition.
Submitting to Byron Bay International Film Festival costs from USD 30 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
No premiere requirement. Byron Bay International Film Festival accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Byron Bay International Film Festival takes place in Byron Bay, Australia.
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