🎬 URBAN FILMS FESTIVAL PACIFIC 2026

WHERE TRADITIONAL CULTURE MEETS URBAN ART

After more than 10 years of celebrating urban cinema in New Caledonia, the Urban Films Festival opens a new chapter in Papua New Guinea, bringing its creative spirit to the heart of Melanesia! From Paris to New Caledonia to Port Moresby, the festival continues to build bridges between cultures, generations and artistic expressions.

Join us for an unforgettable evening where Pacific traditions meet contemporary urban creativity!

🔥 WHAT'S ON?

🎬 Urban Films & Short Film Screenings – Powerful stories, fresh perspectives and emerging voices.

🎤 Live Music & Hip-Hop Performances – Celebrating urban creativity and local talent.

🌺 Traditional Dance & Music – Honouring Papua New Guinea's rich cultural heritage.

🎨 Artistic Encounters & Youth Initiatives – Bringing communities and generations together through art.

🎭 THE EVENING PROGRAM

🔥 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM | FREE HIP-HOP WORKSHOP FOR KIDS (AGES 8–16)

Before the festival kicks off, join an exciting hip-hop workshop led by FLY 40 / Karl Peter Gwi!

An opportunity for young dancers to discover the basic steps of hip-hop, express their creativity and experience the energy of urban culture.

👟 No dance experience needed! All levels welcome. Just bring your energy! Limited spots – Registration required!

Children must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult.

6:00 PM | WELCOME TO THE FESTIVAL 🌺
Kick off the evening with a children's choir, traditional Papua New Guinean music and dance, and a celebration of Pacific cultural heritage.

6:30 PM | URBAN FILMS & CULTURAL ENCOUNTERS 🎬
Discover a selection of inspiring urban short films, alongside artistic performances celebrating the connection between tradition and contemporary creativity.

7:30 PM | HIP-HOP, MUSIC & LIVE PERFORMANCES 🔥
Feel the energy of traditional and urban culture through Rap, live music and creative exchanges between Pacific artists.

8:15 PM | DJ MUSIC, CELEBRATION & CONNECTION 🎤
Enjoy DJ live music, emerging talents and a vibrant celebration bringing artists, communities and generations together.

9:00 PM | END OF FESTIVAL

Program highlights and timings are subject to change.

📍 EVENT DETAILS

🗓️ Friday, November 20, 2026

🕕 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

📍 Moresby Arts Theatre | Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea 🇵🇬

🎟️ FREE ENTRY – REGISTRATION REQUIRED

All ages welcome. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Please book one ticket per person (adult or child).

🔥 Want to join our FREE Hip-Hop Workshop (ages 8–16)? Simply register your child during checkout. Limited to 20 participants!

🌍 ONE PACIFIC. MANY CULTURES. NO BORDERS.

Urban culture knows no borders. Neither does creativity.

More than a festival. It’s a movement! 💥

Come be part of it!

🎬 URBAN FILMS FESTIVAL PACIFIC 2026 🇵🇬

Choose your tickets

🎟️ FREE FESTIVAL PASS - ADULT (Age 16+) ticket

🎟️ FREE FESTIVAL PASS - CHILD (Age 0-15) ticket