Question 1

?️ Is the festival free?

Accepted Answer

Admission to OWTFF is by donation. Guests are invited to contribute an amount of their choice when registering. Every contribution helps support the festival and our mission to create opportunities for independent filmmakers and artists.

Question 2

? Do I need to register in advance?

Accepted Answer

Advance registration is strongly recommended. Space is limited, and registering helps us manage capacity throughout the three-day festival.

Question 3

? Does my registration give me access to all three days?

Accepted Answer

Your registration provides access to OWTFF programming throughout the festival weekend, September 25–27, 2026, subject to venue capacity.

Question 4

? Where can I find the festival schedule?

Accepted Answer

Our complete schedule — including film screenings, panels, special events, parties, red carpets, Q&As, awards and more — will be announced through our social media.

Question 5

? Can I meet the filmmakers?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! OWTFF is designed to bring audiences and creatives together. You'll have opportunities to meet filmmakers, attend Q&As and panels, and connect with members of Toronto's creative community.

Question 6

? Where is the festival taking place?

Accepted Answer

OWTFF takes place at Kensington Studios in Toronto, in the heart of Kensington Market.

Question 7

? Will there be red carpet events?

Accepted Answer

Yes! OWTFF will feature red carpet moments, filmmaker interviews and opportunities to celebrate our participating talent.

Question 8

? Will alcohol be available?

Accepted Answer

Alcoholic beverages will be available during designated festival activities. Guests must be 19+ with valid government-issued photo ID to purchase or consume alcohol.

Question 9

? Can I take photos and videos?

Accepted Answer

Photography is welcome in designated festival and red carpet areas. Photography or recording during film screenings may be restricted to protect the filmmakers' work.

Question 10

? Who should attend OWTFF?

Accepted Answer

Everyone who loves film, art, culture and creativity is welcome — from movie lovers and emerging artists to filmmakers and industry professionals.

Question 11

? How can I stay updated?

Accepted Answer

Follow @OWTFF on all our social media platforms for the latest schedule, films, panels, parties, special guests, announcements and festival updates.

Question 12

✨ What should I wear to OWTFF?

Accepted Answer

Bring your style! OWTFF is a celebration of film, art, creativity and self-expression — and there will be plenty of cameras, red carpet moments, interviews and photo opportunities throughout the festival. ?
Come camera-ready. Come confident. Come as YOU — elevated. ✨

OWTFF | Sep 25-27 : Film • Culture • Connection. 3 days of Celebration

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