EXPERIENCE THE MAGIC OF FILM AT THE EASTERN CAPE FILM EXPO 2026
- ECDC - Eastern Cape Development Corporation
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Welcome to the fourth edition of the Eastern Cape Film Expo! The 2026 instalment of this film industry extravaganza promises an exciting line-up of film screenings, panel discussion, presentations, testimonials, and masterclasses to a diverse audience of established and aspiring filmmakers, policy-makers and funders.
The hybrid expo is a space for filmmakers, creatives and industry pros to connect, collaborate and grow the Eastern Cape into a film destination of choice.
The 2026 film expo will be held in Makhanda from 1 – 3 July 2026 during the iconic National Arts Festival.
The Eastern Cape Film Expo is hosted by the Eastern Cape Development Corporation in partnership with the National Film and Video Foundation, Eastern Cape Provincial Arts and Culture Council, and the National Arts Festival.
Join us for this three-day film showcase and find out how you can make the Eastern Cape your filmmaking destination of choice, where you will find plenty of support services and crew for your film, a temperate climate and beautiful, authentic locations.
We look forward to welcoming you to explore the Eastern Cape, where every location is a story waiting to be told.


