The Annecy International Animation Film Festival, often simply called the Annecy Festival, is recognized as the world's leading animation film festival. Established in 1960, it takes place annually in early June in Annecy, France, having initially been a biennial event until 1998. The festival serves as a global meeting point for animation, showcasing the latest animated masterpieces, highlighting trends, and facilitating connections within the industry. It features a competition across various categories, including feature films, short films, television and advertising productions, student films, and internet films, utilizing diverse animation techniques.