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We have 65+ films that will be screening at various locations throughout the world.

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Fall Series

In-Person

NOV 12 — 19 / 2025

Online

NOV 19 — DEC 14 / 2025

B.I.G. -

A World First

with Jakob Schubert

presented by

Centennial Theatre

Wednesday Nov 19 / 2025

Speaker

Featuring the Film

Extreme Ascents

1 & 2

Rio Theatre

Sunday Nov 16 / 2025

*2 Shows 1 Evening: Buy tickets to both shows and SAVE.

1

2

Double Program*

Uncharted Adventures

1 & 2

Rio Theatre

Tuesday Nov 18 / 2025

*2 Shows 1 Evening: Buy tickets to both shows and SAVE.

1

2

GET INSPIRED

Watch the Fall Series 2025 Trailer

Featured

In-Person

Shows

Get ready Vancouver & Squamish. Some world-class mountain films are coming your way.

Join us in-person Nov 12–19 for eleven unforgettable shows, 35+ films, and stories that will move you from the edge of your seat to the heart of the mountains.

IN-PERSON

with Sonnie Trotter

Rio Theatre

Thursday Nov 13

7:00pm

GATHER YOUR CREW: Buy 2 Get 1 Free

An unforgettable night of adventure—courage in Chamonix, comedy in chaos, love in the wild, plus Sonnie Trotter.

An unforgettable evening of stories that capture the heart of adventure—courage in Chamonix, chaos in comedy, love in the wild, and one epic presentation from Sonnie Trotter.

IN-PERSON

Double Program

Extreme Ascents 1

Rio Theatre

Sunday Nov 16

6:00pm

GATHER YOUR CREW: Buy 2 Get 1 Free

Pushing human limits on the world’s harshest peaks. Stories of speed, solitude, and survival collide.

From record-breaking speed climbs in the Alps to Denali’s brutal winter summit, these films capture mountaineering at its most extreme. With stories of loss, resilience, and wild ambition, Extreme Ascents 1 delivers raw, high-stakes expeditions on the big screen.

IN-PERSON

Bike Night

with Claudia Bastien

Presented By

Kay Meek Arts Centre

Saturday Nov 15

7:00pm

GATHER YOUR CREW: Buy 2 Get 1 Free

A night to celebrate two-wheel powered missions that push limits and redefine freedom.

Celebrate the power of two wheels with films spanning urban downhill in India, adaptive mountain biking, and extreme endurance challenges. Featuring Claudia Bastien’s solo 5,000km ride to Mexico, Bike Night is a powerful journey through endurance, culture, and freedom.

IN-PERSON

Double Program

Extreme Ascents 2

with Mingma Tsiri Sherpa

Rio Theatre

Sunday Nov 16

8:30pm

GATHER YOUR CREW: Buy 2 Get 1 Free

A night with Mingma Tsiri Sherpa live on stage. National hero and one of history’s greatest high-altitude climbers.

Everest Dark takes audiences deep into the world’s highest peak, exposing its human cost and spiritual weight. Through Mingma Tsiri Sherpa’s courageous mission, the film reveals Everest’s dark truths and a powerful fight to restore peace and respect.

IN-PERSON

Big Walls Climbing Show

with Bronwyn Hodgins

Presented By

Rio Theatre

Monday Nov 17

7:00pm

GATHER YOUR CREW: Buy 2 Get 1 Free

The vertical world takes center stage — bold big wall stories from the Alps to Wadi Rum.

From granite big walls to Jordan’s desert boulders, this night dives into climbing’s highs and lows. With Bronwyn Hodgins live on stage sharing her journey through performance and burnout, Big Walls delivers bold, honest storytelling from the vertical world.

IN-PERSON

Double Program

Uncharted Adventures 1

with John Baldwin

Rio Theatre

Tuesday Nov 18

6:00pm

Epic adventures collide! Olympic grit, raw freeride spirit, wildfire heroes, and John Baldwin’s alpine odyssey.

Dive into bold new terrain with Brittany Phelan’s pursuit of balance, Craig Murray’s raw mountain style, and BC’s wildfire search and rescue heroes. Featuring John Baldwin live on stage, this night celebrates uncharted paths and the journey into the unknown.

Missed out on our in-person shows?

Watch online

Option 1.

Select the Online Film Pass

Get access to all films in the online program. Stream worldwide November 19 - December 14.

Online Film
Pass

Watch Online

Nov 19 — Dec 14 / 2025

*Some films included in the in-person program are not available in the online program. See the films page for more information.

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$71

Option 2.

Select your favourite film genre in individually curated shows.

Fall Series 2025

Film

Highlights

The 2025 Fall Series brings 35+ powerful films to the screen. From soaring climbs to soulful ski journeys, biking epics to cultural stories.

Trango

The 2025 Fall Series speaker lineup brings together world-renowned athletes and adventurers with presentations at select in-person shows.

Christina “Lusti” Lustenberger

Professional Skier

Mingma Tsiri Sherpa

Legendary Alpinist and Guide

Jakob Schubert

Professional Climber, Olympian, World Champion

Sonnie Trotter

Climber, Guide and Author

THE VIMFF

Blog

The VIMFF Blog features interviews with guest speakers and filmmakers, stories about adventure and mountain culture, articles on mountain conservation and sustainability, plus important updates from the VIMFF.

Fall Series 2025 Trailer

October 20, 2025
1 min read
News & Updates, Trailers & Highlights

Get Inspired - Watch the Fall Series 2025 Trailer. Eleven unforgettable shows, 35+ films, and stories that will move you from the edge of your seat to the heart of the mountains. Join us in-person Nov 12–19 or stream select films worldwide until Dec 14.

Bringing Stories to the Islands: VIMFF Best of the Fest: Haida Gwaii Film & Mentorship Initiative

August 31, 2025
2 mins read
Adventure & Outdoor Culture, Grants & Initiatives, News & Updates

The VIMFF Best of the Fest: Haida Gwaii Film & Mentorship Initiative is coming to Haida Gwaii this September with free community screenings, Indigenous-led storytelling, and locally curated films. More than a film tour, this initiative supports mentorship, celebrates culture and adventure, and builds lasting connections through land and story.

Sharing a World of Adventure: The Origins of VIMFF

February 8, 2025
4 mins read
Adventure & Outdoor Culture, Interviews & Filmmaker Spotlights, News & Updates

The Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival was born from a love of adventure and storytelling. Inspired by a small film festival in Communist Czechoslovakia, founder Alan Formanek brought his passion for mountain culture to Vancouver. From Betacam tapes to world-class premieres, discover the incredible journey behind VIMFF’s creation and the power of stories that connect us.

VIMFF 2025 Trailer

February 6, 2025
1 min read
News & Updates, Trailers & Highlights

The VIMFF 2025 begins on February 21, where we will be screening a lineup of adventure-inspiring, thought-provoking films. Watch stories of identities being carved out on the slopes, breathtaking mountain-sport achievements, and learn more about the wild spaces we’re so lucky to live and work within.

Experience the Unseen: VIMFF 2025 Lineup Announced

January 31, 2025
4 mins read
Adventure & Outdoor Culture, News & Updates, Trailers & Highlights

The 28th annual Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival is back with an exhilarating lineup of never-before-seen adventure films! Running in-person from February 21 – March 4 and online until March 23, this year’s selection features inspiring stories of resilience, outdoor exploration, and environmental conservation. Get ready for powerful world premieres, including Dr. Jeff, Endless Horizons, and Without a Pedal. Secure your tickets now and immerse yourself in the world of adventure.

Partners

The Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival Society is proud to have partners who share similar values to inspire our community to celebrate and embrace mountain film and culture, outdoor sports and environmental initiatives. Thank you to all our partners who contribute to the vibrancy and sustainability of VIMFF.