Kilifi Creek Festival (KCF) is an artist-led, community-rooted film, arts and cultural festival set along the stunning Kilifi Creek on Kenya's coast. In proud collaboration with The Terrace Consortium, KCF brings together established filmmakers, visionary artists, and local communities for a multi-day journey of film screenings, art exhibitions, fashion showcases, masterclasses, and public talks.
Set in carefully curated venues along the creek -- from intimate waterfront spaces to vibrant public gathering points -- KCF champions the idea that artistic excellence can emerge from mangroves, ocean rhythms, and local stories as much as from urban capitals. The festival is committed to celebrating and strengthening the link between coastal heritage and local communities.
11 - 18 October 2025
47
Screenings
33
Films
15
Countries
7
Venues
1,000+
Attendees
12
Filmmakers Hosted
Building on the success of its inaugural edition, KCF 2026 returns with an expanded programme of screenings, workshops, masterclasses, exhibitions, and community gatherings. With more venues, more films, and more opportunities for creative exchange, the festival continues to grow as a platform for African and international storytelling rooted in the rhythms of the coast.