Conferences

Registration Opens: SIGGRAPH Asia Heads to Kuala Lumpur December 1-4

Annual computer graphics conference brings professionals, academics, educators and students together to gain and share insights in cutting-edge technology across animation, VFX, gaming and immersive experiences.

In 3D, AI, CG, Education and Training, Event, Films, Guilds/Unions/Organizations, Jobs & Recruiting, People, Technology, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Special Events: SIGGRAPH Asia | Geographic Region: All, Asia

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'Paper Trail,' 'The Violinist' Take Top Awards at Annecy 2026

Don Hertzfeldt’s 2D short and the 2D/3D feature from Ervin Han and Raúl García are among the winners at the swelteringly hot and jam packed 50th festival edition that also saw the grand opening of the Cité internationale du cinéma d'animation.

In 2D, 3D, Awards, CG, Event, Festival, Films, People, Places, Short Films, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Special Events: Annecy | Geographic Region: All, Europe

Heading to Portugal This September Headline News

THU2026 Unveils Katsuya Terada Poster and First Wave of Speakers

The Trojan Horse was a Unicorn conference, which returns to Tróia, Portugal, September 28–October 3, reveals its official poster and announces its initial lineup spanning entertainment, science, and sound design.

In 2D, 3D, Art, CG, Event, Games, People, Previs/Postvis/Visualization | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: Europe

Game Conferences Events

GDC Festival of Gaming

Begins: March 9, 2026

The event marks its 40^th edition with a rebrand as the Festival of Gaming, expanding its scope to reflect the broader, interconnected games industry; GDC 2026 takes place March 9-13 in San Francisco, CA.

In 3D, AR/VR/XR, CG, Digital Media, Event, Games, Interactive, Mobile and Wireless, Motion Graphics, Technology | Event Types: Conferences

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Get Animated Conference 2026

Begins: March 2, 2026

The 2-day conference takes place March 2-3, 2026, in Birmingham, England; this year kicks off the Animation Business Awards, a new celebration honoring the business of animation.

In 2D, 3D, Business, Cartoons, CG, Commercials, Digital Media, Films, Short Films, Television | Event Types: Conferences

Awards Headline News

World Animation and VFX Summit Announces 2025 Hall of Fame Honorees

Panelist lineup also released for upcoming event that runs November 17-19 at the Garland Hotel in North Hollywood, California.

In 2D, 3D, Awards, Business, Digital Media, Event, Films, People, Short Films, Television, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: North America

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Kidscreen Summit 2026

Begins: February 22, 2026

The annual global media conference, dedicated exclusively to the kids’ entertainment sector, takes place February 22-25, 2026 in San Diego.

In 2D, 3D, Broadcast Design, Business, Cartoons, CG, Digital Media, Event, Festival, Films, Games, Mobile and Wireless, Motion Graphics, Short Films, Technology, Television, Transmedia | Event Types: Conferences

'Arco,' 'The Night Boots' Take Top Awards at Annecy 2025

Ugo Bienvenu's 2D feature film and the pinscreen short by Pierre-Luc Granjon are among the 23 winners at the jam packed 49th festival edition that saw a record 18,200 accredited attendees from 118 countries.

In 2D, 3D, AR/VR/XR, Awards, Commercials, Event, Festival, Films, People, Short Films, Television | Headline News | Special Events: Annecy | Geographic Region: All

Heading to Stuttgart Headline News

FMX 2025 to Present ‘Andor’ Season 2 ‘Deep Dive’

Other highlights include an in-depth exploration of the VFX in the psycho-drama series ‘Severance’ and a close look at the technical accomplishments of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ ‘Moana 2.’

In 3D, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Event, Films, People, Technology, Television, Visual Effects | Headline News | Blogs: FMX Conference Spotlight | Special Events: FMX | Geographic Region: All

Competitive Festivals Events

CINANIMA 2025

Begins: November 7, 2025

The 49^th edition returns November 7-16 to Espinho, promoting animation and its creators with a commitment to educating professionals and the public.

In 2D, 3D, Awards, Call for Entries, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Event, Festival, Films, Short Films | Event Types: Competitive Festivals

FMX 2025 Program Now Online

Lists of participating speakers and companies have also been published; presentation categories include VFX for Features, Feature Animation, Sound Design, Managing Change, and News.

In 3D, AI, AR/VR/XR, CG, Commercials, Event, Films, Games, Immersive, Jobs & Recruiting, Music and Sound, People, Post-production, Previs/Postvis/Visualization, Technology, Television, Transmedia, Virtual Production, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: FMX Conference Spotlight | Special Events: FMX | Geographic Region: All, Europe

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Cartoon Forum 2025

Begins: September 15, 2025

The pitching and co-production forum for animated TV projects returns to Toulouse September 15-18, 2025; projects are now being accepted through May 7, 2025.

In 2D, 3D, AR/VR/XR, Business, Cartoons, CG, Digital Media, Event, Festival, Films, Games, Interactive, Licensing, Previs/Postvis/Visualization, Production, Short Films, Television, Transmedia, Virtual Production | Event Types: Conferences

VIEW Conference 2025

Begins: October 12, 2025

Italy’s premiere animation and visual effects event runs in-person October 12-17 in Torino, Italy with a focus on Computer Graphics, Interactive Techniques, Digital Cinema, 2D/3D Animation, VR and AR, Gaming and VFX.

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SIGGRAPH Asia 2025

Begins: December 15, 2025

The 18th ACM SIGGRAPH Conference and Exhibition on Computer Graphics and Interactive Techniques in Asia will be held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre December 15-18, 2025.

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SIGGRAPH 2025

Begins: August 10, 2025

The premier conference and exhibition on computer graphics and interactive techniques comes to Vancouver, BC August 10-14.

Heading to Stuttgart Events

FMX 2025: Rhythm of Change

Begins: May 6, 2025

The 4-day event returns to Stuttgart, kicking off May 6; on-demand presentations are available May 10 – June 10.

And the Winner Is… Headline News

PreVIEW Panel Set: ‘Oscar Contenders for Best Animated Short Film’

Join AWN’s own Dan Sarto on February 27 for a free online conversation and Q&A with the directors of ‘Beautiful Men,’ ‘Wander to Wonder,’ ‘Yuck!,’ ‘In the Shadow of the Cypress,’ and ‘Magic Candies,’ hosted by the VIEW Conference.

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Heading to Stuttgart Headline News

FMX 2025 Ticket Shop Open Now

The conference now offers two new ticket categories: the Business Pass and the Experience Pass; early bird options are also in place until March 20.

In Business, CG, Event, Films, Jobs & Recruiting, People, Technology, Television, Virtual Production, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: FMX Conference Spotlight | Special Events: FMX, ITFS | Geographic Region: Europe

The Road to Turin Headline News

2024 VIEW Awards Announced

9 animated short films recognized for their excellence by an international jury include Grand Prize winner ‘Inkwo for When the Starving Return’ and Jury Award winners ‘Have I Swallowed Your Dreams’ and ‘Jour de Vent;’ View Conference 2025 runs October 12-17.

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Heading to Stuttgart Headline News

FMX 2025 Shares First Program Updates

Paul Debevic named chair of the 4-day conference on animation, VFX, interactive and immersive, which runs May 6-9, 2025 in Stuttgart.

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Events Headline News

2024 Spark Animation Unveils Full Conference Lineup

The conference, running November 2-3, will feature directors behind some of the year’s most anticipated animated films, such as Shannon Tindle, Vicky Jenson, Josh Cooley, and more.

In 3D, CG, Education and Training, Event, Festival, Films, Guilds/Unions/Organizations, People, Television, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: North America

The Road to Turin ANIMATIONWorld

VIEW 2024: Celebrating 25 Years of Excellence

Dr. Maria Elena Gutierrez’s annual ‘must attend’ confab in Turin, Italy has been bringing the industry together for a quarter century, an event where top professionals from across animation, VFX, and games share their latest achievements and future plans… whether in front of an eager audience or a gleaming white bowl of pumpkin risotto; this year’s celebration of all things animated runs next week, October 14-19.

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ANIMARKT Stop Motion Forum Announces Program Highlights

The 5-day event for stop-motion animation professionals and enthusiasts welcomes industry leaders for a lineup of masterclasses, hands-on workshops, and one-on-one consultations; the event runs October 13-17 in Lodz, Poland.

In Event, Festival, Films, People, Short Films, Stop-Motion, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: Europe

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CINANIMA 2024

Begins: November 8, 2024

The Oscar qualifying event returns to Espinho November 8-17 to promote animation and its creators with a commitment to educating professionals and the public.

In 2D, 3D, Cartoons, Education and Training, Festival, Films, Short Films | Event Types: Competitive Festivals

VIEW 2024 Reveals Expansive Full Conference Lineup

Jonathan Nolan, Fede Alvarez, Kelsey Mann, and Chris Sanders are just a few of the top speakers who’ll be attending as the English-speaking event celebrates its 25th anniversary, bringing together industry professionals, students, and enthusiasts in a celebration of the latest achievements in animation, VFX, and games; the event runs October 14-19 in the beautiful baroque city of Turin, Italy.