May 8, 2026

FIRST DAY

CIFF - Cittadella International Film Festival

9:00 - 18:30

Info Points opening at IAT and Piazza Pierobon

9:30 - 10:30

Press Conference - Festival Opening (Municipal Conference Hall)

9:30 - 18:30

Opening of the Communications Stand for Partner Radio and TV in Piazza Pierobon

9:30 - 18:30

Screenings begin at Villa Rina

9:30 - 18:30

Screenings begin at the Torre di Malta

9:30 - 18:30

Themed Film Workshop (Museum - Palazzo Pretorio)

9:30 - 18:30

Exhibition or conference (Torresino Church)

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Red carpet and guest interview at Campo della Marta or Teatro Sociale, in case of bad weather

9:00 PM - 10:30 PM

Exclusive aperitif with guest of the day

7:30 PM - 2:00 AM

Exclusive aperitif for Festival participants, with Night Party DJ

CIFF - Cittadella International FIlm Festival

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Discover the official program of CIFF 2026: three days of international screenings, masterclasses, discussions with filmmakers, special events, and ceremonies in the historic heart of Cittadella (Padua). Check out the daily calendar with all the times, locations, guests, and activities open to the public and accredited attendees. Each day is a journey through cinema, culture, and unique encounters with the leading figures in the audiovisual industry.

May 9, 2026

SECOND DAY

CIFF - Cittadella International Film Festival

9:00 - 18:30

Info Points opening at IAT and Piazza Pierobon

9:30 - 10:30

Press Conference - Festival Opening (Municipal Conference Hall)

9:30 - 18:30

Opening of the Communications Stand for Partner Radio and TV in Piazza Pierobon

9:30 - 18:30

Screenings begin at Villa Rina

9:30 - 18:30

Screenings begin at the Torre di Malta

9:30 - 18:30

Themed Film Workshop (Museum - Palazzo Pretorio)

9:30 - 18:30

Exhibition or conference (Torresino Church)

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Red carpet and guest interview at Campo della Marta or Teatro Sociale, in case of bad weather

9:00 PM - 10:30 PM

Exclusive aperitif with guest of the day

7:30 PM - 2:00 AM

Exclusive aperitif for Festival participants, with Night Party DJ

May 10, 2026

THIRD DAY

CIFF - Cittadella International Film Festival

9:00 - 18:30

Info Points opening at IAT and Piazza Pierobon

9:30 - 10:30

Conferenza Stampa - Apertura Festival (Sala Conferenze Comunale)

9:30 - 18:30

Opening of the Communications Stand for Partner Radio and TV in Piazza Pierobon

9:30 - 18:30

Screenings begin at Villa Rina

9:30 - 18:30

Screenings begin at the Torre di Malta

9:30 - 18:30

Themed Film Workshop (Museum - Palazzo Pretorio)

9:30 - 18:30

Mostra o conferenza (Chiesa del Torresino)

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Red Carpet with Guest of the Day, Filmmakers & Award Ceremony, at Teatro Sociale

9:30 PM - 11:30 PM

Gala dinner (Hotel Filanda)

11:00 PM - 2:00 AM

Closing Ceremony Night Party with DJ (Hotel Filanda)