This event is in the past.It took place on March 15, 2026 at SVA Theatre.




At this Oscar-qualifying festival, kids don't just watch movies: they vote on which ones win. Over three weekends, young audiences discover 100+ global films, meet visiting filmmakers, and help crown the best of the bunch.
Family-friendly
Independent cinema
Interactive voting
Diverse storytelling
Tips
🎬films can qualify for Oscars
🎟️book tickets through NYICFF website
🪑middle rows have excellent sightlines
New York International Children’s Film Festival
Chelsea




At this Oscar-qualifying festival, kids don't just watch movies: they vote on which ones win. Over three weekends, young audiences discover 100+ global films, meet visiting filmmakers, and help crown the best of the bunch.
Family-friendly
Independent cinema
Interactive voting
Diverse storytelling
Tips
🎬films can qualify for Oscars
🎟️book tickets through NYICFF website
🪑middle rows have excellent sightlines
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