Sunrise Film Festival
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The Sunrise Film Festival returns to Norwich’s Marina Theatre on Thursday 20 August 2026, presenting a programme dedicated to independent and underrepresented cinema on the big screen. Running from 10am, this day-long event serves as a BIFA-qualifying showcase for emerging filmmakers, with tickets priced from just £7.50. The seaside venue’s auditorium provides an intimate, communal atmosphere, allowing audiences to engage with stories that often sit outside the mainstream. Every screening benefits from the theatre’s full cinematic projection and sound, lending real weight to each frame. The festival’s curation deliberately highlights voices and perspectives deserving of a wider audience, making it a significant date for anyone invested in the future of British film.
Sunrise Film Festival returns this August for its 5th celebratory edition.
The UK's favourite British Independent Film Awards-qualifying seaside film festival, celebrating underrepresented stories and filmmakers in Suffolk, takes place from 20 to 23 August 2026 at the Marina Theatre in Lowestoft, Suffolk.
Experience some of the best short films from our region, across the UK, and internationally, along with special screenings, VR experiences, and workshops celebrating the power of storytelling and visual arts on screen.
There's something for everyone, from drama, comedy, documentary, animation, experimental films, and genre-bending narratives to premieres, special screenings, workshops, and family screenings, plus the return of our much-loved Outdoor Cinema powered by Silent Disco Headphones.
Whether you're a big film lover, an aspiring filmmaker, or just love something different, Sunrise Film Festival offers four days of unforgettable film and interactive visual arts activities, with something for all your friends and family.
To find out more about Sunrise and our past editions, visit the Sunrise Film Festival website.
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Frequently asked questions
Sunrise Film Festival takes place on Thursday, 20 August 2026 at 10:00.
Sunrise Film Festival is held at Marina Theatre in Norwich (The Marina, Lowestoft, NR32 1HH).
Tickets for Sunrise Film Festival are priced at £7.50. Live prices and availability are shown on Skiddle.
Tickets for Sunrise Film Festival can be booked via Skiddle using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Staying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Marina Theatre.
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Price
£7.50
Editorial Summary
The Sunrise Film Festival returns to Norwich’s Marina Theatre on Thursday 20 August 2026, presenting a programme dedicated to independent and underrepresented cinema on the big screen. Running from 10am, this day-long event serves as a BIFA-qualifying showcase for emerging filmmakers, with tickets priced from just £7.50. The seaside venue’s auditorium provides an intimate, communal atmosphere, allowing audiences to engage with stories that often sit outside the mainstream. Every screening benefits from the theatre’s full cinematic projection and sound, lending real weight to each frame. The festival’s curation deliberately highlights voices and perspectives deserving of a wider audience, making it a significant date for anyone invested in the future of British film.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Organiser’s full description
Sunrise Film Festival returns this August for its 5th celebratory edition.
The UK's favourite British Independent Film Awards-qualifying seaside film festival, celebrating underrepresented stories and filmmakers in Suffolk, takes place from 20 to 23 August 2026 at the Marina Theatre in Lowestoft, Suffolk.
Experience some of the best short films from our region, across the UK, and internationally, along with special screenings, VR experiences, and workshops celebrating the power of storytelling and visual arts on screen.
There's something for everyone, from drama, comedy, documentary, animation, experimental films, and genre-bending narratives to premieres, special screenings, workshops, and family screenings, plus the return of our much-loved Outdoor Cinema powered by Silent Disco Headphones.
Whether you're a big film lover, an aspiring filmmaker, or just love something different, Sunrise Film Festival offers four days of unforgettable film and interactive visual arts activities, with something for all your friends and family.
To find out more about Sunrise and our past editions, visit the Sunrise Film Festival website.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Sunrise Film Festival?
Sunrise Film Festival takes place on Thursday, 20 August 2026 at 10:00.
Where is Sunrise Film Festival taking place?
Sunrise Film Festival is held at Marina Theatre in Norwich (The Marina, Lowestoft, NR32 1HH).
How much are tickets for Sunrise Film Festival?
Tickets for Sunrise Film Festival are priced at £7.50. Live prices and availability are shown on Skiddle.
How do I get tickets for Sunrise Film Festival?
Tickets for Sunrise Film Festival can be booked via Skiddle using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
🏨 Staying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Marina Theatre
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Price
£7.50
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