Kaboom Animation Festival

Dive into the world of animation at Kaboom! With 159 short films and VR works across nine categories, there is something for everyone — from experimental arthouse to colourful stories.

The Kaboom Animation Festival is one of Europe's leading animation festivals, showcasing the best of animation art in all its forms. In addition to the film programme, the festival also features VR works, bridging the gap to immersive storytelling.

Kaboom takes place from 13 to 22 March 2026 at venues in Utrecht and Amsterdam, with part of the programme also available online.