SPARK ANIMATION 2026
September 17 - 20, 2026
Megabyte Sponsor
Kilobyte Sponsors
Byte Sponsor
Partners
Alliance Partner
SPARK ANIMATION 2026
September 17 - 20, 2026
Four Days. Infinite Worlds.
Screenings, talks, Q&As, and community — all in the heart of Vancouver.
From bold new shorts to behind-the-scenes craft, SPARK ANIMATION brings creators, studios, students, and fans together for a concentrated week of storytelling, technique, and connection — designed to spark your next idea.
The SPARK ANIMATION 2026 Super-Pass includes the Conference, Master Series, and Industry Mixer, plus priority entry to the Career Fair and stand-by access to Festival screenings.
Regular: $300 (incl. GST · no transaction fees)Important Dates
- Festival Submissions: 2 April – 31 July
- Film Festival: 17 – 20 September
- Conference: 19 – 20 September
- Career Fair: 19 September
- Artist Alley: 20 September
Note: Schedule under construction. Times, offers, and admissions are subject to change without notice. Please sign up for our newsletter for the latest updates.
Terms and Conditions
Please read carefully.
- REFUNDS: There are NO refunds.
- CONFIRMATIONS: Your payment receipt IS your confirmation. There will be no other confirmation email and no digital tickets.
- REMINDERS: A reminder email will come closer to your event date with all the details and updates.
- WILL-CALL: Your tickets will be available at the main registration desk during Festival hours. Please have your photo ID and receipt (digital or printed) ready.
- TRANSFERS: You may transfer your reservation to someone else for most events. Please allow at least 48 hours. Email [email protected] with your receipt number, full name, and phone number. Also, add your guest's full name, phone number, and email address. A volunteer will assist with your transfer. Excluded: registrations for the Career Fair and Artist Alley. Important: Discounted sponsor tickets can only be transferred to another staff or student member of the same organization.
- ONLINE OFFERS: Beware of online scams trying to sell you tickets or passes. Check with us first.
SCHEDULE
| DAY 1 | THURSDAY - SEPTEMBER 17, 2026 |
| 7:00 pm | FESTIVAL TBA |
| 9:00 pm | CONFERENCE TBA |
| DAY 2 | FRIDAY - SEPTEMBER 18, 2026 |
| 9:30 am | MASTERCLASS TBA |
| 7:00 pm | FESTIVAL TBA |
| 9:00 pm | FESTIVAL MADE IN CANADA |
| DAY 3 | SATURDAY - SEPTEMBER 19, 2026 |
| 9:00 am | CONFERENCE TBA |
| 9:30 am | EXHIBITION CAREER FAIR + EXHIBITION |
| 10:40 am | CONFERENCE TBA |
| 12:20 pm | CONFERENCE TBA |
| 2:00 pm | CONFERENCE TBA |
| 3:40 pm | CONFERENCE TBA |
| 5:20 pm | CONFERENCE TBA |
| 8:00 pm | NETWORKING INDUSTRY MIXER |
| 8:00 pm | FESTIVAL TBA |
| 10:15 pm | FESTIVAL TBA |
| DAY 4 | SUNDAY - SEPTEMBER 20, 2026 |
| 9:00 am | CONFERENCE TBA |
| 10:00 am | EXHIBITION ARTIST ALLEY |
| 10:40 am | CONFERENCE TBA |
| 12:20 pm | CONFERENCE TBA |
| 2:00 pm | CONFERENCE TBA |
| 3:40 pm | CONFERENCE TBA |
| 5:20 pm | CONFERENCE TBA |
| 7:00 pm | FESTIVAL TBA |
| 9:00 pm | FESTIVAL TBA |
Thursday
Thursday - September 17, 7:00 PM
FESTIVAL
TBA
Coming soon.
Thursday - September 17, 9:00 PM
CONFERENCE
TBA
Presented by DreamWorks Animation
Coming soon.
Friday - September 18, 9:30 AM
MASTERCLASS
TBA
Coming soon.
Friday - September 18, 7:00 PM
FESTIVAL
TBA
Coming soon.
Friday - September 18, 9:00 PM
FESTIVAL
MADE IN CANADA
Coming soon.
Saturday - September 19, 9:00 AM
CONFERENCE
TBA
Coming soon.
Saturday - September 19, 9:30 AM
EXHIBITION
CAREER FAIR + EXHIBITION
Coming soon.
Saturday - September 19, 10:40 AM
CONFERENCE
TBA
Coming soon.
Saturday - September 19, 12:20 PM
CONFERENCE
TBA
Coming soon.
Saturday - September 19, 2:00 PM
CONFERENCE
TBA
Coming soon.
Saturday - September 19, 3:40 PM
CONFERENCE
TBA
Coming soon.
Saturday - September 19, 5:20 PM
CONFERENCE
TBA
Coming soon.
Saturday - September 19, 8:00 PM
NETWORKING
INDUSTRY MIXER
Coming soon.
Saturday - September 19, 8:00 PM
FESTIVAL
TBA
Coming soon.
Saturday - September 19, 10:15 PM
FESTIVAL
TBA
Coming soon.
Sunday - September 20, 9:00 AM
CONFERENCE
TBA
Coming soon.
Sunday - September 20, 10:00 AM
EXHIBITION
ARTIST ALLEY
Coming soon.
Sunday - September 20, 10:40 AM
CONFERENCE
TBA
Coming soon.
Sunday - September 20, 12:20 PM
CONFERENCE
TBA
Coming soon.
Sunday - September 20, 2:00 PM
CONFERENCE
TBA
Coming soon.
Sunday - September 20, 3:40 PM
CONFERENCE
TBA
Coming soon.
Sunday - September 20, 5:20 PM
CONFERENCE
TBA
Coming soon.
Sunday - September 20, 7:00 PM
FESTIVAL
TBA
Coming soon.
Sunday - September 20, 9:00 PM
FESTIVAL
TBA
Coming soon.
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