The Lakes Noir International Film Festival is slated to hold its first edition from September 24 to 27, 2026, in Varese, Italy. This event aims to be an international platform dedicated to the Noir, Thriller, and Detective genres, showcasing international feature films, short films, and documentaries. The festival will feature official competitions, meetings and debates with industry professionals, and a gala awards ceremony, with the "Golden Swan" being the official award.