The XXXI Minsk International Film Festival "Listapad" is scheduled to take place from October 31 to November 7, 2025. Organized by the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Belarus, the Minsk City Executive Committee, and the National Film Studio Belarusfilm, its primary objective is to foster creative connections and facilitate the exchange of experiences and ideas among cinematographers from various countries. The festival offers a comprehensive program including film contests across categories such as fiction, non-fiction, animation, youth, and short films, as well as out-of-competition screenings, workshops, and discussions. Screenings and events are held in Minsk and across other regions of Belarus. Applications for participation in the festival are typically accepted until September 1.