Every autumn, Paris transforms into a pivotal hub for queer cinema, thanks to Chéries-Chéris, the international festival dedicated to LGBTQIA+ representation. Following its 2025 edition set from November 15 to 25, 2025 at MK2 Beaubourg, MK2 Quai de Seine, and MK2 Bibliothèque cinemas, the festival is already gearing up for its 2026 edition, expected to be one of the major queer cultural highlights of the year in Paris.

What Exactly is Chéries-Chéris?

Established in 1994, Chéries-Chéris has become a key event to explore international LGBTQIA+ films, featuring fictions, documentaries, short films, thematic programs, and special screenings. The festival highlights stories and perspectives often excluded from mainstream circuits, maintaining a distinct festival feel with meetings, exchanges, and an atmosphere of open, curious community.

2026 Dates: What We Know (and Don’t Know Yet)

As of now, the exact dates for the Chéries-Chéris 2026 Festival haven’t been clearly published on the official pages I’ve found. However, several elements confirm that the 2026 edition is in preparation:

• The official site features an option for “2026 Registrations”
• FilmFreeway indicates a submission deadline of August 31, 2026

👉 What we can reasonably expect: As Chéries-Chéris is held every November, it’s likely that the 2026 edition will take place in November 2026. However, without an official date, this remains speculative.

This article will be updated as soon as official information regarding the dates, programming, and exact venues for the Chéries-Chéris 2026 Festival are released, ensuring you have accurate and up-to-date information.

Where Does the Festival Take Place?

The 2025 edition is scheduled in three MK2 theaters: Beaubourg, Quai de Seine, and Bibliothèque. This setup is currently the most well-documented and seems most likely to continue unless updates for 2026 are confirmed by the organizers.

Why Chéries-Chéris Matters in the Queer Landscape

Chéries-Chéris isn’t just about “showcasing LGBTQIA+ films.” The festival serves as:

• a radar for new queer voices (emerging filmmakers, international scenes)
• a space for memory (archives, retrospectives, reruns)
• a venue for debate on representations, contemporary issues, rights, and culture
• a moment of collective joy, attended as much for the films as for the audience’s energy

Submitting a Film to Chéries-Chéris 2026

If you’re on the creative side (or relaying the info for professionals), the 2026 edition is already in motion: FilmFreeway shows a submission deadline of August 31, 2026 (subject to check based on the type of film and the platform’s specific rules).

How to Follow 2026 Announcements Without Mistakes

Important note: On the web, it’s easy to encounter events with similar names (e.g., “Festival Chéri”) that aren’t related to Chéries-Chéris. To avoid confusion, the best approach is to follow:

• The official Chéries-Chéris website (look for “festival” and “2026 registrations” pages)
• Their social media posts once the 2026 date is confirmed (their 2025 post, for instance, reliably confirmed the 2025 dates, making it a useful source for the 2026 announcement)

To keep up with official announcements, programming, and the latest festival updates, check out the official Chéries-Chéris website and their official Instagram page, where they first publish dates, selected films, and major events for each edition.

A true cultural rendezvous, Chéries-Chéris is a vital part of each major LGBT event in France, offering a unique showcase for queer stories from around the world and creating a space for interaction among audiences, artists, and activists.