DocFest Events

Belleville Downtown DocFest hosts a series of annual events in the core of the city. From premier screenings, concerts, to workshops and panel discussions.

Our Events and Workshops

2024 Local Documentary Awards

2024 Local Documentary Awards

Hidden Hero and Strings of Inspiration are the 2024 DocFest’s ...
Still Image from the Documentary, The Stones and Brian Jones

2024 Sunday Night Finale

Belleville Downtown DocFest's 2024, Sunday Night Finale at the Empire ...
2024 Saturday Night at the Empire

2024 Saturday Night at the Empire

Belleville Downtown DocFest's 2024, Saturday Night at the Empire. Find ...
2024 Filmmaker Panel

Filmmaker Panel Discussion 🎥

The filmmaker panel is taking place on Friday, February 23rd ...
Still image of Carlos Santana from the 2023 film "Carlos"

2024 Opening Gala

The 2024 – 13th Annual, DocFest Gala will return, live ...
2023 Audience Choice Local Documentary Awards

2023 Audience Choice Local Documentary Awards

Shelter and Full – A Recipe for Happiness are the ...
2022 Audience Choice Local Documentary Awards

2022 Audience Choice Local Documentary Awards

Threads of Love by director Amy Chyan is 2022 DocFest's ...
2021 Audience Choice Local Documentary Award

2021 Audience Choice Local Documentary Award

Harvesting Dreams by director Brittany Ollerenshaw is DocFest's Audience Choice ...
Still images from the selection of 2024 Loyalist College Short Films

Loyalist College Short Films

Loyalist College Film & TV Production Short Films Program Find ...
2024 Filmmaker Panel

Panels and Workshops

Belleville Downtown DocFest’s annual filmmaker panel discussions and workshops bring ...

News & Updates

And that’s a wrap!
Thanks to everyone who helped make 2024 a success As virtual festival now comes to an ... Read More
Our Virtual Festival Continues 🎞️
Enjoy our amazing films from the comfort of your home! Did you miss seeing a ... Read More

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