Melbourne International Animation Festival

The Melbourne International Animation Festival (MIAF) is an independent, not-for-profit annual animation festival held in Melbourne, Australia, since 2001. Recognised as the largest animation-dedicated event in the country, MIAF showcases a diverse array of animated works from around the world, with a typical program screening over 200 films from more than 30 countries. The festival has historically included international competitions, retrospectives, student showcases, and guest appearances by prominent animators and industry professionals.

Originally supported by the Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI), Screen Australia, and the City of Melbourne, MIAF moved its screenings to the Treasury Theatre in 2019 due to ACMI's temporary closure for renovations. In 2022, the festival was cancelled following the withdrawal of key public funding, including support from Screen Australia, significantly impacting its operations and long-term viability.