New Zealand Mountain Film Festival

New Zealand Mountain Film Festival 2026 – Canterbury Mountaineering Club Screening

Join the Canterbury Mountaineering Club for an inspiring evening celebrating the very best of adventure, exploration and mountain storytelling from the 2026 New Zealand Mountain Film Festival.

This year's programme features four award-winning films showcasing determination, adventure and world-class mountain pursuits:

Mia (Australia) – Best Short Film
Ten-year-old Mia is determined to land her biggest skating trick yet. A heartwarming story about perseverance, resilience and the joy of progress.

Mountain of Mystery (USA) – Best Adventurous Sports & Lifestyles Film
Journey into the remote wilderness of British Columbia as a group of friends ski, kayak and surf through spectacular landscapes. More than an adventure film, it's a celebration of friendship, challenge and unforgettable experiences in wild places.

Hunter's Moon (USA) – Best Snow Sports Film
Follow mountaineers Christina Lusti and Gee Pierrel as they complete the first ski descent of an incredibly steep line on the East Face of Aoraki.

K2 – Chasing Shadows (USA) – Grand Prize Winner
A record-breaking alpinist attempts a lightning-fast, oxygen-free ascent of K2—one of the world's most dangerous mountains—in a deeply personal journey that explores ambition, sacrifice and the pursuit of the extraordinary.

Whether you're a climber, skier, tramper, paddler, or simply love stories of adventure and the outdoors, this is an evening not to be missed.

Bring your friends and whānau for an inspiring night of award-winning mountain films with the Canterbury Mountaineering Club.