When is Zanzibar International Film Festival in Tanzania?

Zanzibar International Film Festival is celebrated around July 7 each year, over about 9 days.

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Zanzibar International Film Festival

East Africa's largest film and arts festival

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When July 7 · annually Next: Wednesday, 7 Jul 2027

Duration 9 days

Where Tanzania

Where it happens

Annual festival celebrating East African film, music, and arts, featuring screenings, workshops, and cultural performances

How it's celebrated

Film screenings, music performances, art exhibitions, workshops

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Last updated 19 Jul 2026.

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