The Haifa International Film Festival is an annual cinematic event held in Haifa, Israel, typically occurring every autumn between late September and late October, coinciding with the week-long holiday of Sukkot. Inaugurated in 1983, it was the first film festival of its kind in Israel and has since grown into a significant national and international cinematic occasion, attracting approximately 300,000 visitors and media professionals. The festival screens a diverse program of around 170 to 280 new films, encompassing feature films, documentaries, animation, and short films from Israel and across the globe. Beyond screenings, it features open-air presentations, VR exhibitions, live music, and industry workshops, promoting themes of pluralism, co-existence, and peace through its high-quality artistic program. It also hosts competitive sections, such as the "Golden Anchor Competition" for films from the Mediterranean and Balkan regions.