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| Location | Santa Barbara, California, United States |
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| Founded | 1986 |
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| Hosted by | Santa Barbara International Film Festival (organization) |
| Artistic director | Claudia Puig |
| Festival date | Opening: 4 February 2026 Closing: 14 February 2026 |
| Website | SBIFF |
The 41st Santa Barbara International Film Festival, is the 2026 edition of the Santa Barbara International Film Festival, which will take place from February 4 to February 14, 2026, at Santa Barbara, California, United States. [1] In October and November 2025, honorary awards were announced which are: Outstanding Performer of the Year Award for Michael B. Jordan; Kirk Douglas Award For Excellence In Film for Cynthia Erivo; Maltin Modern Master Award for Adam Sandler. [2]
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On October 30, 2025, Virtuosos Award was announced for Jacob Elordi – ( Frankenstein ), Chase Infiniti – ( One Battle After Another ), Amy Madigan –( Weapons ), Wagner Moura – ( The Secret Agent ), Renate Reinsve – ( Sentimental Value ), Sydney Sweeney – ( Christy ), Teyana Taylor – ( One Battle After Another ), Jeremy Allen White – ( Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere ). [3]
