FAQ

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When is the next edition of the festival scheduled?

The next edition of MONSTRA, featuring 11 days of non-stop animation, will take place from 20 to 30 March 2025.

Where does the MONSTRA festival take place?

The festival takes place across various locations throughout the city of Lisbon. The most central venue, where most events and film screenings linked to the competitions are held, is the Cinema São Jorge on Avenida da Liberdade. There are also screenings at the Cinemateca Portuguesa and Cinema City Alvalade.

When is the 2025 edition’s programme presentation scheduled?

The programme for the 24th edition of MONSTRA was presented on 12 February at Cinema São Jorge. The full programme is available HERE.

Are the workshops, exhibitions, and other parallel activities free of charge?

For all Workshops, Talks, and Masterclasses under the Training and Industry section, prior registration is required to secure your place by filling out a form. All information can be found HERE.

How much do tickets for the film screenings cost?

Ticket prices vary depending on the venue. Information about ticket sales can be found HERE.

Where can I buy tickets?

Tickets are available at the physical box offices of the festival venues: Cinema São Jorge, Cinema City Alvalade, Cinemateca Portuguesa, Museu Nacional de Etnologia, among others. Tickets can also be purchased online — more information HERE.

Where can I find all the details about the programme and the festival?

You can follow the full programme announcement on our website and social media: Facebook, Instagram, and Letterboxd. Our media partners will also highlight key programme events in their schedules following the press conference.

How to get to the festival venues

By Car

Through a partnership with Telpark, our attendees can enjoy a special rate during the festival dates from 20 to 30 March (except on 28 March) at the following car parks:

• Rua Alexandre Herculano Car Park
• Marquês de Pombal Car Park

To benefit from the special daily rate of €6.90 at these two car parks near Cinema São Jorge, simply make a reservation through the links provided above.

By Metro

• Cinema São Jorge — Blue Line, Avenida Station
• Cinemateca Portuguesa – Museu do Cinema — Blue Line or Yellow Line, Marquês de Pombal Station
• Cinema City Alvalade — Green Line, Alvalade Station