Welcome to VHS 2026
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THE FESTIVAL
Five Days Celebrating The Best In Indie Horror
The Vancouver Horror Show Film Festival returns October 14–18, 2026, bringing audiences, filmmakers, and industry professionals together for five unforgettable days of premieres, filmmaker Q&As, industry events, and the very best in independent horror cinema.
From emerging Canadian voices to international genre filmmaking, VHS is built around bold films, unforgettable audiences, and meaningful connections between creators and the audiences who support their work.
5
DAYS
Screenings, panels, parties, and more.
15
FEATURE FILMS
Featuring acclaimed local and international horror cinema.
6
SHORT PROGRAMS
Featuring approximately 60 short films from Canada and around the world.
30+
Festival Events
Including screenings, panels, awards, special events, and parties
FESTIVAL PASSES
Choose Your Experience
Five unforgettable days of screenings, filmmakers Q&As, panels, table reads, special events, parties and awards.
Choose your own adventure for how you want to experience VHS 2026
EARLY BIRD PASSES ON SALE JULY 21ST UNTIL AUGUST 7TH (OR UNTIL QUANTITIES LAST)