Established in 2007 The Dingle International Film Festival which took place annually in March has long been an established date on the film festival circuit. Dingle IFF actively promoted and platformed Irish film, Irish filmmakers and Irish animation, whilst also playing host to major industry players both from Ireland and abroad. Dingle Film Festival was home to the Gregory Peck Award For Excellence in the Art of Film,  with recipients including Gabriel Byrne, Jim Sheridan, Jean Jacques Beineix, Stephen Frears, Laura Dern and The Peck Family. Guests to the festival have included: Maureen O Hara, Cillian Murphy, Aidan Gillen, Jack Reynor, Scott Wilson; Sir Alan Parker, Garrett Brown, Tom Johnson, Barbara Kopple, Ned Dowd, Ben Wheatley, Pat Shortt, Sarah Miles and Saoirse Ronan.

With a dramatic white and purple exterior and the look of a classical movie theatre, the Phoenix Cinema is one of Ireland’s only independent cinemas, and has remained largely unchanged throughout the years, retaining its original charm and character. The Phoenix which is the only cinema on the Dingle Peninsula has long been a popular destination both for locals and visitors. Privately owned and family run their Tuesday night ‘Art Film’ night is legendary when they serve tea and biscuits. The Phoenix plays a large role in the cultural calendar of the area with screenings, workshops and premieres as part of festivals and events.

Over the past twenty years, Ireland has gained a reputation as a world leader in the animation industry. The annual  Animation Dingle Festival, brings together industry professionals and third level participants in one of Ireland’s major animation events.

The event is made up of conferences, screenings, workshops, and The Irish Animation Awards with a total of seventeen award categories, including Best Animation, Best Animation for Apps and Gaming and Best VFX in an Animated TV Series or Film.