The 28th annual Fairy Tales Queer Art & Film Festival (FTFF), presented by the Calgary Queer Arts Society, returns to Contemporary Calgary from May 13–17, 2026, bringing together 42 films from 20 countries in a vibrant celebration of 2SLGBTQIA+ storytelling from around the world.

One of Canada’s longest-running queer film festivals, Fairy Tales will showcase eight feature films and 34 short films spanning genres from documentary and narrative cinema to experimental shorts and musical film.

Experience the Full Festival

With a Festival Pass, you’ll get access to every screening—perfect for those looking to fully immerse themselves in the festival experience, featuring12 bold, boundary-pushing film screening events, all celebrating queer storytelling from across Canada and around the world.

Festival Pass Includes

• Access to all 12 film screenings events
• Entry to screenings at Contemporary Calgary
• A curated journey through powerful, diverse queer cinema
• The flexibility to build your own festival schedule

Why Get a Festival Pass?

If you’re planning to attend 6 or more screenings, the Festival Pass offers the best value.

Discover new filmmakers, support queer artists, and be part of a vibrant community experience!

Save 15% off with the EARLY BIRD FESTIVAL PASS – valid until MAY 1st

Festival Line Up (Tickets):

WEDNESDAY, MAY 13th, 2026:

Star Walker – 6:30 PM
Feature Film: Star Walker

THURSDAY, MAY 14th, 2026:

The Secret of Me – 6:30 PM
Short Film: Narmook
Feature Film: The Secret of Me

Warla – 9:00 PM
Feature Film: Warla

FRIDAY, MAY 15th, 2026:

NIÑXS – 6:30 PM
Short Film: Snakeskin
Feature Film: NIÑXS

Meat The Movie – 9:00 PM
Feature Film: Meat The Movie

SATURDAY, MAY 16th, 2026:

Programmer’s Choice – 1:00 PM
Short Films: 8 Short Films

Around The World – 3:30 PM
Short Films: 6 Sort Films

A Place Where I Belong – 6:30 PM
Short Film: Linger
Feature Film: A Place Where I Belong

The Deepest Space In Us – 9:00 PM
Short Film: Daphne and Pol
Feature Film: The Deepest Space In Us

SUNDAY, MAY 17th, 2026

Youth / Family – 1:00 PM
Short Film: 7 Short Films

Firsts – 3:30 PM
Short Film: 7 Short Films

Sally! – 6:30 PM
Short Film: Lenceria Milagros
Feature Film: Sally!

How It Works (Important)

Your Festival Pass gives you access to all screenings—but you must reserve a ticket for each film you plan to attend.

For each screening:

• Select “Festival Passholder (Free – Pass Required)”
• Complete checkout to secure your seat

When Arriving at Venue, you will Need:

• Your Festival Pass
• Your Screening Ticket(s)

Both will be scanned at entry.

Plan Ahead

• Each screening is limited to 193 seats
• Reservations are first come, first served
• Some screenings may sell out

We strongly recommend reserving your tickets as early as possible.