Whether you’re joining us for the main festival or a year-round screening, we want your arrival to be stress-free. Here’s everything you need to know about our venues, parking, accessibility, and accommodations.
The full 2026 schedule releases September 3 online at fcff.ca and in person at our Program Launch Party at Museum London.
Tickets and passes are available online at fcff.ca.
In person, you have two options:
Yes, depending on availability. Day-of tickets can be purchased at the FCFF Box Office at Wolf Performance Hall (251 Dundas St.). Some screenings do sell out, so we recommend buying in advance when possible.
Box Offices at our other venues will open 15 minutes before the screening begins.
Yes. Digital passes and tickets are delivered to your inbox, so an email address is required for online purchases. If you do not have an email address, you are welcome to buy in person at the FCFF Box Office (419 Clarence Street, September 7 to October 15) or at the Wolf Performance Hall box office (251 Dundas St.) during the festival.
Yes! Print them at home, or simply show your digital ticket on your phone at the door. Your ticket or pass barcode is required for scanning at entry.
65 and older. Proof of ID may be requested at the box office.
If you bought your pass online, you already have an account. Click here to login with the email you used at purchase.
If you bought your pass in person, your account just needs to be activated. Click this link here and then click “Forgot Password,” and enter your email. You’ll receive a link to set your password.
Once you’re logged in, you’ll see your Tickets, Passes, and profile.
All Films Pass and All Access Pass holders have reserved tickets for film screenings. Simply arrive at the screening and have your pass scanned for entry.
6 Films Pass do not have an automatically reserved seat. To guarantee your spot, log in and reserve a ticket for each of your 6 available films ahead of the screening you’d like to attend.
You can redeem your pass tickets in two convenient ways:
To avoid missing out, always reserve online in advance. At-the-door pass scanning is strictly first-come, first-served and depends on seat availability. Sold-out screenings cannot accommodate walk-up pass scans.
Yes. When logged into your account, under My Passes, click Manage, then Transfer Pass, and enter the recipient’s email address.
You have two options:
You’re welcome to print your pass at home if you prefer, but there’s no need, since your physical pass will be ready and waiting at the Wolf box office.
Before the festival (September 7 to October 15): The FCFF Box Office at 419 Clarence Street, at the corner of Clarence and Dundas, is open Mondays to Thursdays from 9:30 AM to 4 PM.
During the festival (October 16 to 25): The FCFF Box Office at Wolf Performance Hall opens 30 minutes before the first program of the day and closes 30 minutes after the last program begins.
Doors open at least 15 minutes before the screening starts. Seating is first come, first served.
Yes. You may need to wait briefly for an appropriate pause before entering, and a volunteer will guide you to the first available seat. Please note that seat selection is not available once a screening is underway.
Screenings in our In Conversation series are followed by a Q&A with a member of the filmmaking team, such as the director, a lead actor, writer, cinematographer, or producer. Regular screenings do not include a Q&A.
No outside food or drinks are permitted at any festival venue. Concessions are available for purchase on site.
No photography or recording is permitted during screenings. Photo opportunities are available outside Wolf Performance Hall on our festival red carpet.
Many of our films are independent and not yet formally rated. Viewer discretion is advised.
Limited street parking is available downtown with a 2-hour time limit. Use code CORE in the Honk app for two hours of free parking in eligible downtown areas.
Please plan ahead for the length of your screening or event; Forest City Film Festival is not responsible for parking tickets or fines.
Email boxoffice@forestcityfilmfest.ca or call +1 226-777-7055 ahead of the festival, or visit the Wolf Performance Hall box office (251 Dundas St.) during festival dates.
For general festival questions, please email us at info@forestcityfilmfest.ca.
For ticket, pass or general box office questions, please email us at boxoffice@forestcityfilmfest.ca.
Coming from out of town? We’ve made it easy to find accommodations in the heart of the action. Use our interactive map to browse hotels near the Wolf Performance Hall and our other primary downtown venues to book your stay.
Our Official Festival Partner Hotel
Stay with our official partner hotel, just a short 10-minute drive from our downtown venues. As a proud supporter of the festival, Hard Rock Hotel London offers a comfortable home base for your time at FCFF.
Use promo code FORCFF
Festival Discount Rate
Enjoy spacious suites at a discounted festival rate.
London sits right on Highway 401, about 2 hours from Toronto and 2 hours from Windsor/Detroit, with Highway 402 connecting from Sarnia (about 1 hour). Coming from Hamilton or the Niagara region, Highway 403 connects to the 401 at Woodstock, about 30 minutes outside the city.
Review each venue below for parking details.
London International Airport (YXU) is about 10 minutes from downtown, with regular flights via Air Canada, WestJet, Flair, Air Transat, and Sunwing. Flying internationally or from farther away? Toronto Pearson (YYZ) is about 2 hours by car, with intercity bus service also connecting Pearson directly to London.
Exclusive Festival Discount
Festival Screenings
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Program Launch Party & Experimental Night
Forest City Film Festival Gala
Attached parking lot.
Fully accessible venue with elevator access to all floors.
Year-Round & Festival Screenings
Free parking lot behind the cinema. View Hyland Cinema FAQ →
Accessible entrance available behind the building; please contact the venue for specific mobility support.
