Byblos International Film Festival
The Byblos International Film Festival (BIFF) was founded by professionals in cinema, tourism, and business to establish Byblos, the oldest continuously inhabited city on Earth with a history spanning over 7,000 years, as a premier cultural destination for filmmakers and film enthusiasts. Celebrating the art of cinema, BIFF showcases a diverse selection of local and international films while fostering cultural exchange through screenings, discussions, and workshops that explore cinema’s impact on culture, society, and the arts
WHO WE ARE
The Byblos International Film Festival (BIFF) was founded by professionals in cinema, tourism, and business to establish Byblos as a premier cultural destination for filmmakers and film enthusiasts. Celebrating the art of cinema, BIFF showcases a diverse selection of local and international films while fostering cultural exchange through screenings, discussions, and workshops exploring cinema’s impact on culture, society, and the arts
BIFF
Held in one of the oldest cities in the world, the festival highlights Byblos’ historical role as a center of culture and heritage. It aims to bring together emerging and established filmmakers from Lebanon and around the world, alongside artists, the local community, and visitors, for a cinematic journey in the heart of Byblos. The festival provides a space for screenings, networking, and industry dialogue. It supports cultural exchange and encourages the growth of the regional film industry through a curated selection of impactful films and professional development opportunities. With its rich heritage and breathtaking coastal backdrop, Byblos becomes a living stage for stories from around the globe
EVENT DETAILS
Dates: August 29, 30 & 31, 2025 | Three Evenings of Film & Culture
Location: Jardin des Artisans, Old Souk Jbeil, Byblos, Lebanon
Visual Stories: A Byblos International Film Festival Film Festival Picture Gallery
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BIFF 2025 Festival Schedule
August 29, 2025
Opening ceremony: Red carpet, keynote speeches, first film screenings, and live performance
August 30, 2025
Full evening of screenings, panel discussions, workshops on filmmaking
August 31, 2025
Final screenings, panel discussions, workshops, award ceremony, and closing celebration