With an amazing program, star-studded attendee list, and unparalleled access to top-level decision makers, BANFF is the ideal place for emerging players to make their mark in the international entertainment industry.

Planning Your Full Itinerary

Check out the schedule to see all sessions, panels, awards and networking opportunities during the Festival. 

What Activities Exist For First-Timers And When Do They Start?

1. Instant Messaging Forum

Coming soon! The Rookie message forum will allow you to connect directly to our Program Mentor, Joe Novak, Executive Producer, Bow River Productions Ltd and 1400 Months who will answer any questions you may have, and ensure you're fully prepared for your arrival at the BANFF festival.

2. The Rookies in the Rockies Induction Session

3. Rookies Networking

This will be a chance for you to connect with other first-timers, share your experiences of day one, and be introduced to other festival attendees.

4. BANFF .Connect

As a BANFF delegate you can use our .Connect tools to make the most out of your experience at the event. Know who’s in the room, plan your strategy, email delegates to make an introduction and arrange meetings ahead of time, and book a pre-arranged meeting with the top executives in the industry! .Connect opens in May - meetings fill up fast so register today!