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Doc Edge Festival 2026 marks its 21st year.

75 films, 12 immersive projects, 1 industry event.
And an Oscar®-qualifying awards ceremony.

FILM SCREENINGS

In Cinema
Auckland | 24 June – 12 July
Wellington | 15 – 26 July
Christchurch | 31 July – 2 August

Virtual Cinema
Nationwide (NZ only) | 27 July – 10 August

KEY EVENTS (Auckland only)

Doc Edge Immersive &
World Press Photo Exhibition | 24 June – 12 July

Industry Forum | 29 June – 1 July
Awards Night | 1 July

Films & Events

Plan your Doc Edge Festival 2026.

Event Display Dates
Event by type (Radio)
Whats On Today
Showing 12
of 92
Films
New Zealand Premiere
Auckland, Wellington

Molly vs The Machines

Films
World Premiere
Auckland, Wellington

Music and the Mystical Experience

Exhibition
World Premiere
Auckland

Music and the Mystical Experience (Immersive)

Exhibition
World Premiere
Auckland

Lumina

Films
Australasia Premiere
Auckland, Wellington

Loving Karma

Films
Asia Pacific Premiere
Auckland, Wellington

58th

Exhibition
New Zealand Premiere
Auckland

A Long Goodbye

Films
Asia Pacific Premiere
Auckland, Wellington

A War on Women

Exhibition
New Zealand Premiere
Auckland

Anthropocene In C Major

Films
New Zealand Premiere
Auckland, Wellington

American Doctor

Exhibition
World Premiere
Auckland

Between Life and Death

Films
International Premiere
Auckland, Wellington

Cagnat, Drawing or Nothing (Cagnat, le dessin sinon rien)

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News & Highlights

Keep up to date with the latest updates.

Press

World Press Photo & Doc Edge Immersive Exhibition in Auckland

Doc Edge Festival and the Rotary Club of Auckland are proud to announce World Press Photo & Doc Edge Immersive Exhibition 2026, a landmark new exhibition that merges the internationally acclaimed World Press Photo Exhibition with the Doc Edge Immersive Exhibition into a single, unmissable cultural event. Running 24 June to 12 July 2026 at the iconic Smith & Caughey building in Auckland’s CBD, World Press Photo & Doc Edge Immersive...
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Press

Doc Edge Festival 2026 marks its 21st year

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Highlights

Doc Edge Welcomes New Festival Producer, Hunter Weeks      

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Press

Doc Edge signed MOU to launch in Singapore

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Locations

Discover Festival venues across three major cities.

The City of Sails

Also known as the City of Sails, Auckland is a lively and cosmopolitan city with plenty to do alongside enjoying the screenings at our festival venue. With scenic views, stunning waterfronts, and bustling neighbourhoods, choose from a range of cultural and dining offerings to accompany your festival experience.
Explore Auckland
Auckland 1 (2)

The Capital City

As New Zealand’s capital city, Wellington is home to a variety of artistic and historic attractions to accompany your festival screenings and events. Make the most of this picturesque metropolis with viewpoints like the Wellington Cable Car and Mount Victoria Lookout, and landmarks such as Cuba Street and the city’s four public gardens.
Explore Wellington
Wellington

The "new" Vibrant City

Described as the gateway to the South Island, Ōtautahi Christchurch is a green and vibrant city with a fantastic dining scene, spectacular vineyards, and impressive architecture. With a growing arts scene, the city features diverse cultural hubs and attractions as well as street art for a truly memorable stay alongside the festival.
Explore Christchurch
Vibrant Christchurch