BAMkids Film Festival 2026

Brooklyn’s favorite kids film program is back for its 28th year with a dazzling mix of animated, live-action, and documentary shorts. Created by filmmakers from around the world, these fun-sized movie gems are bursting with curious creatures, courageous kids, and magical moments. BAMkids Film Festival celebrates global perspectives, offering families fresh ways to see and understand our world. Selections are tailored to suit young dreamers (ages 3—5), bold explorers (6—8), and budding cinephiles (9+), but these special films can be enjoyed by viewers of all ages. Don’t forget to vote for your favorite—it just might win a BAMmie Award for Best Live Action or Best Animated short!

At select times between 11am and 2pm, Parallel Exit will entertain families with circus walkabout fun in the lobby. You can also learn juggling, balance, and physical-comedy tricks from the Parallel Exit team as part of this free, family-focused program.