Kingston Canadian Film Festival KCFF25
Experience the Magic of Canadian Cinema at the Kingston Canadian Film Festival (KCFF25)
📅 February 26 – March 2, 2025
📍 Downtown Kingston, Ontario
Celebrating its 25th anniversary, the Kingston Canadian Film Festival (KCFF25) is the world’s largest festival dedicated exclusively to Canadian film. From its humble beginnings in 2001, KCFF has grown into a cornerstone of Canada’s cultural landscape, showcasing the best in Canadian cinema across both traditional and unconventional venues in Kingston’s historic downtown.
Whether you’re a long-time attendee or a first-time visitor, KCFF25 offers something for everyone. Dive into an exciting lineup of film screenings, Q+As, parties, workshops, networking events, live music, and stand-up comedy. Past festivals have featured appearances by celebrated Canadians like Gerry Dee, Cathy Jones, Bif Naked, and the cast of hit shows like Baroness Von Sketch Show, Letterkenny, Mr. D, and Kids in the Hall.
Festival Highlights:
🎥 Carolyn Taylor at KCFF25
Don’t miss the award-winning comedian and star of Baroness von Sketch Show in a screening of her new docu-comedy I Have Nothing, followed by an in-depth conversation.
🎙️ Jeremy Hotz – Très Misérables
Veteran stand-up comedian Jeremy Hotz takes the stage at the Kingston Grand Theatre for a hilarious evening of misery and laughs, featuring his canine sidekick, Shack.
🎸 Dwayne Gretzky Live
Canada’s ultimate nostalgia band, Dwayne Gretzky, performs iconic songs from movie soundtracks of the 70s, 80s, and 90s in a can’t-miss live show.
🎤 Allie Pearse & Olivia Stadler
Writers for Letterkenny and Shoresy bring their razor-sharp comedy to the Broom Factory for a night of unforgettable laughs.
KCFF Doc Factory Premieres
Catch the highly anticipated documentaries from talented Canadian filmmakers:
GOOD TROUBLE IN CANADA: FROM LAB TO LOVE (d. Mike Jourard)
FROM THE TIGRIS TO ST. LAWRENCE RIVER (d. Hanan Zeineldin)
GIVE ME SHELTER (d. Jason Eade)
SPRAY THE CHANGE (d. Juan Valesco)
MADOCIAN (d. Daniel Husbands)
WE ARE HAPPY TO SERVE YOU: THE S&R STORY (d. Alec Ross)
TO LABOUR WITH LOVE (d. Kaycee Haragon)
Why Attend KCFF25?
Celebrate Canadian Talent: Explore the best in Canadian cinema, comedy, and music.
Immersive Experiences: Engage with filmmakers and industry professionals in Q+As, workshops, and networking events.
Fun for Everyone: With events for movie buffs, music fans, and comedy enthusiasts, there’s something for all tastes.
Tickets and Passes
Get your tickets now and join us in celebrating Canadian storytelling. Some events may not be included in Festival Passes, so secure your spot early.
📅 Festival Dates: February 26 – March 2, 2025
📍 Location: Venues throughout Downtown Kingston
Be part of Kingston’s cinematic legacy at KCFF25—the ultimate Canadian film festival experience!
