AACTA Festival

With over 70 free events, AACTA Festival is your backstage pass into the Australian Entertainment Industry!

Be part of the glitz and glamour of the AACTA Awards with the Official Live Viewing Party, go behind-the-scenes with exclusive masterclasses and content showcases, meet the creators and stars of some of this year’s biggest productions, or come and enjoy live music, trivia, family activities and more.

Festival highlights include exclusive behind-the-scenes looks at The Matrix, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, and Mad Max: Fury Road, as well as upcoming productions like High Country and Michael Gracey’s follow-up to The Greatest Showman – Better Man, starring Robbie Williams. Engage in conversations with iconic musicians like Russell Morris and top writers including Trent Dalton (Boy Swallows Universe), and Bonnie Garmus (Lessons in Chemistry).

For family fun, don’t miss the Play School LIVE event, several kids’ workshops, and a special appearance from Bluey & Bingo.

This is an unmissable opportunity to immerse yourself in screen culture at this first festival of its kind in Australia!