IFP Festival Season 16: India’s Ultimate Creator Gathering Returns to Mumbai

If you are looking for a space designed specifically for the doers, misfits, go-getters, and trendsetters shaping today's creative pulse, your wait is officially over. The IFP Festival (formerly the India Film Project) is back for Season 16, promising a weekend packed with unexpected conversations, instant connections, and wild ideas.

Celebrating 15 years of empowering the creator community, the festival has grown from a local 50-hour filmmaking challenge into a massive, multi-disciplinary celebration of culture and creativity. Whether you are chasing inspiration or simply curious about what is happening in the digital and artistic space, here is a complete breakdown of what to expect from the upcoming edition.

Event Details: When and Where

The 16th season of the IFP Festival will transform one of Mumbai's most historic cinematic venues into a sprawling hub for the creator economy.

• Dates: Saturday, October 24 and Sunday, October 25, 2026.

• Venue: Mehboob Studios, Bandra West, Mumbai.
  

What’s in Store for Season 16?

Over two days, attendees can expect to dive deep into a curated mix of entertainment, education, and networking. The festival is designed to cater to a wide array of creatives—from filmmakers and writers to designers, podcasters, and tech innovators.

Here are the key highlights you can look forward to:

• Sparking Conversations: Engage in panel discussions and talks with industry leaders that promise to spark fresh perspectives and leave you thinking long after they end.

• Creative Mixers: Designed specifically for networking, these mixers are where strangers become friends, casual connections turn into formal collaborations, and raw ideas start taking shape.

• Interactive Workshops: Gain a peek behind the scenes and into the minds of creative thinkers through hands-on workshops and masterclasses spanning over 30 creative fields.

• Art, Pop-ups, and Performances: Beyond the panels, every corner of the festival is worth exploring, featuring live art, immersive performance arenas, and curated food pop-ups that celebrate the liveliness of passion and curiosity.
  

How to Attend

Whether you are flying solo or coming with your entire creative gang, the festival has tailored ticketing options.

Festival Passes are officially live and can be purchased directly through the IFP website or the District platform. Options range from Solo "Citizen Passes" to group "Buddy Passes" and discounted student entry.

With over 145,000 attendees participating over the last nine years alone, the IFP Festival has cemented its status as a premier platform for India's digital-era creators. Get ready for two days of endless ideas, new connections, and a little bit of beautiful chaos.