Animation Festivals Directory

In 2003-04, Casey Safron was hosting pre-YouTube era animation screenings in downtown NYC. These events grew into the first official Animation Block Party on 9th Sept 2004. Animation Block Party (ABP) began working with the Brooklyn Academy of Music in 2005, and evolved into a full weekend fest, screening at venues like Rooftop Films, Music Hall of WB & Northside while also presenting events for Valentine’s, Halloween, etc., in cities ranging from Stockholm to London, New Orleans & Los Angeles.

Year established: 2004

Is this festival exclusively animation?: Yes - this is exclusively an animation festival

Is there a marketplace at this festival?: No