2026 Sunset Kino

Sunset Kino 🎬 is Canada's only outdoor, avant-garde film festival, founded by Séamus Kealy in Austria in 2017 and now held at Oakville Galleries. Screenings begin at sunset, introduced by the programmers, and feature a curated program of films and videos by Canadian and international artists.

This year's festival launches with works by artist Ali Cherri, presented in dialogue with his solo exhibition To Fall, Patiently at Oakville Galleries. Exploring the theme In Ruins, the program includes acclaimed short films such as the award-winning The Watchman, offering rare opportunities to reflect on the artist's understanding of the relationship between humans and land, and his ability to represent history.

All films are screened outdoors in Gairloch Gardens. Attendees are invited to dress appropriately and bring seating and blankets.

In the event of inclement weather, screenings will move indoors to the Studio, adjacent to the Gallery.