Get ready to purr with delight at the Winnipeg International Cat Film Festival, a feline film fiesta celebrating the whimsical world of whiskered wonders. It's a meow-mentous occasion where cat enthusiasts and cinema buffs unite to experience enthralling tales of adventure, comedy, and purr-severance, whisking you away into the enchanting lives of our furry companions.

A collection of short films from around the world has been selected to entertain and educate. You’ll see animated films, documentary films, avant-garde art exploration films, noir mystery films, and much more! Delight in watching hilarious cat capers, enjoy the beauty of independent animation, and be inspired by cat rescues worldwide!

These films will delight, educate, and inspire you!

This isn't just for entertainment - even though we know how entertaining cats are - this film festival is dedicated to raising money for Cats Manitoba and raising awareness for all the incredible cat rescues working hard in Manitoba. Money raised at the film festival will go to programming that Cats Manitoba supports, such as spay and neuter programs, community outreach, emergency vet care funding, and much more. Below, you can learn more about how Cats Manitoba helps cats and cat rescues.