The Red Sea Film Foundation announces the postponement of the sixth session of the festival to 2027

The Red Sea Film Foundation announced, on Monday, the postponement of the sixth session of the Red Sea International Film Festival, which was scheduled to be held in the Saudi city of Jeddah in early December 2026, to the fourth quarter of next year 2027.

A statement issued by the Foundation said that the decision to postpone came “after a comprehensive review of a number of considerations related to the timing of the next session, including the logistical requirements related to hosting an international event of this size.”

The statement added that the decision comes based on the Foundation’s keenness “to choose the most appropriate timing and circumstances to present the experience for which the Red Sea International Film Festival is known.”

He added that this decision “reflects the Foundation’s keenness to continue developing the festival and building on what it achieved during its previous sessions, thus enhancing its presence and position on the map of international film festivals.”

The statement indicated that the sixth session in 2027 will return “with a renewed vision and a program that continues to celebrate cinema and its makers from the Kingdom, the region and the world.”

The Red Sea Film Foundation affirmed its continued commitment to “supporting filmmakers and strengthening the film industry.” Within the framework of this commitment, “the organization’s year-round programs will launch in November 2026 in Culture Square in Historic Jeddah, to be a continuous destination for film screenings, cultural events, and programs specialized in the film industry.”

The Foundation concluded its statement by expressing its “sincere appreciation to the filmmakers, partners, guests and audiences for their continued trust and support.”