Five Nights of Horror and Sci-Fi: Toronto After Dark Film Festival Returns in 2025
The Toronto After Dark Film Festival is back for its 18th edition, running from October 15 to 19, 2025. This event is a major stop for anyone interested in new horror, thriller, and science fiction films. It brings together over 5,000 people, from dedicated film enthusiasts to industry professionals, for a five-night showcase of genre cinema.
What’s Happening This October?
From October 15th to 19th, the Scotiabank Theatre will become the hub for film fans looking for something different. The festival is now in its 18th year and continues to be a major event for movie lovers and filmmakers.
Attendees can expect about 40 new films, including feature-length movies and shorts. Many screenings will also feature Q&A sessions with the filmmakers, giving you a chance to hear directly from the creators.
The Screening Experience
The festival spans five nights, from Wednesday to Sunday. Screenings take place at the Scotiabank Theatre in downtown Toronto’s Entertainment District. The schedule typically includes two evening screenings around 7:00 PM and 9:30 PM, with additional matinee showings on Saturday and Sunday starting near 4:00 PM. The lineup will feature approximately 40 films, including 10 feature-length movies and around 30 short films. Most screenings are rated 18A or 14A.
Before and between screenings, attendees often gather at the Scotiabank Theatre’s main lounge bar. For those looking for a place to go after the last movie of the night, The Friar Firkin Pub is a short walk away and a popular spot for festival-goers.
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Mark Your Calendars: Key Dates for 2025
Planning is everything, so here are the important dates to know.
- August 5, 2025: All-Access Passes went on sale. An early discount is available for a limited time.
- September 1, 2025: The discounted rate for All-Access Passes ends.
- September 24, 2025: The complete film lineup and screening schedule will be announced.
- Late September 2025: Individual screening tickets become available for purchase.
Ticket and Pass Information
You have a couple of options for catching the action. Single tickets will cost $15.99. If you plan on seeing multiple films, the All-Access Pass is a great value at $140.
This pass gets you into all 12 screenings with priority entry, which works out to a lower price per movie. There are only 200 of these passes available, and they often sell out.
Event Details
- What: A showcase of new horror, thriller, and sci-fi feature films and shorts from around the world.
- When: Wednesday, October 15 to Sunday, October 19, 2025.
- Where: Scotiabank Theatre, 259 Richmond Street West, Toronto, ON, Canada.
- Tickets:
- All-Access Pass: $140. Goes on sale August 5, 2025.
- Regular Single Tickets: $15.99. Go on sale in late September 2025.
- Website: Information will be available on the official Toronto After Dark Film Festival website.
Please note that all details are subject to change. It is always a good idea to visit the official festival website for the most current information.
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- https://torontoafterdark.com
- https://www.instagram.com/tadfilmfest
- https://www.overheretoronto.com/things-to-do-in-toronto-this-october-2025
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