The 49th Annual International Wildlife Film Festival returns to Missoula’s Roxy Theater with nearly 70 original documentary films, and screenings running from Saturday, April 18 thru Thursday, April 23.

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Founded in 1977, IWFF is the oldest ongoing festival devoted to wildlife films. The festival returns in 2026 for its 49th year in Missoula, Montana.

The mission of the International Wildlife Film Festival is to promote awareness, knowledge, and understanding of wildlife, habitat, people, and nature through excellence in film. The long-standing festival champions wildlife filmmakers and challenges conventional expectations about how we conserve wildlife and habitat.

A Missoula Springtime Tradition
Our films screen to packed theaters full of sharp audiences that want to learn more about themselves and the world we live in. Filmmakers can expect lively Q&As, engaging panel discussions, and a casual, jovial atmosphere. Alumni remember the camaraderie amongst filmmakers, the community’s love for the festival and their films, plus the casual atmosphere. Guests range from top-notch filmmakers and producers, cutting-edge conservationists or biologists, to the Roxy Theater audience members that sometimes see every IWFF selection. The festival staff is well-known for clear communication, inventive programming, and delivering a fun, satisfying festival experience for audiences and guests alike. IWFF’s collaborative spirit offers opportunities for many national conservation partners to be involved in post-film screening discussions and day trips throughout western Montana.

PURCHASE TICKETS LINK

IWFF 2026 All-Access Pass: In-Person & Virtual
$150 All-Access Pass grants you access to every screening during the film festival from Saturday, April 19 – Thursday, April 24 as well as to the Virtual Festival Saturday, April 26 – Friday, May 2.

$100 IWFF 2026 All-Screening Pass: In-Person Only

Tickets and All-Access Passes can be purchased in person at The Roxy Theater box office or online.

Purchased a Pass and need help reserving a seat to your desired screening? Please contact The Roxy for assistance.

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