FEEL the GIFF
Join us at the bar, the restaurant, and the gathering places where the Festival truly comes alive, to enjoy GIFF beyond cinema.
pepela restaurant
Managed by the Geneva-based duo Mariam Garcia and Julien Manetti, this is the perfect spot for spontaneous encounters between festival talents and the public, in a relaxed atmosphere with 100% vegetarian Italian-Georgian cuisine.
SAT 1.11 | SUN 2.11 | MON 3.11 | TUE 4.11 | THU 6.11 | FRI 7.11 | SAT 8.11 : 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM
(kitchen open from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm; from 6:30 pm to 10:00 pm)
WED 5.11 : 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM
(kitchen open from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm)
SUN 9.11 : Closed
Booking on-site or reservation by phone at +41 79 417 42 09
The Festival Bar
Find us at the bar, restaurant, and meeting spaces where the festival comes alive—experience GIFF beyond the screens.
The Festival bar is cashless.
FRI 31.10 | 5:30 PM – 4:00 AM
SAT 1.11 | 9:30 AM – 4:00 AM
SUN 2.11 | 9:30 AM – 11:00 PM
MON 3.11 | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM
TUE 4.11 | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM
WED 5.11 | 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
THU 6.11 | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM
FRI 7.11 | 9:30 AM – 4:00 AM
SAT 8.11 | 9:30 AM – 4:00 AM
SUN 9.11 | 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM
nuits blanches
Nuits Blanches start Friday October 31, at Plainpalais: 2 free evenings each weekend to make festival-goers’ hearts beat faster.
FRI 31.10 | 11:00 PM – 4:00 AM
SAT 1.11 | 11:00 PM – 4:00 AM
FRI 7.11 | 11:00 PM – 4:00 AM
SAT 8.11 | 11:00 PM – 4:00 AM
immersive EXPERIENCES
Immersive experiences take over the heart of the Festival and the Plainpalais district with an exclusive selection combining virtual reality, installations, and interactive works. Three curated routes and five individual pieces at the Maison Communale de Plainpalais invite visitors to explore digital innovation.
Maison Communale de Plainpalais
Rue de Carouge 52, 1205 Geneva
FRI 31.10 | 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
SAT 1.11 | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
SUN 2.11 | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
MON 3.11 | 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
TUE 4.11 | 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
WED 5.11 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
THU 6.11 | 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
FRI 7.11 | 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
SAT 8.11 | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
SUN 9.11 | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Maison Communale de Plainpalais
Rue de Carouge 52, 1205 Geneva
SAT 1.11 | 3:30 PM & 5:00 PM
SUN 2.11 | 4:30 PM & 6:00 PM
MON 3.11 | 8:00 PM
TUE 4.11 | 8:00 PM
THU 6.11 | 8:00 PM
FRI 7.11 | 8:00 PM
SAT 8.11 | 3:45 PM & 5:15 PM
SUN 9.11 | 3:00 PM & 4:30 PM
XR ROADSHOW
Uni Mail
Parvis d’Uni Mail 40, Bd du Pont d’Arve
1205 Geneva
FRI 31.10 | 1:30 PM – 6:00 PM
SAT 1.11 | 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
SUN 2.11 | 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
MON 3.11 | 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
TUE 4.11 | 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
WED 5.11 | 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
THU 6.11 | 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
FRI 7.11 | 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
SAT 8.11 | 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Every 45 minutes between:
FRI 31.10 | 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM
SAT 1.11 | 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM | 6:45 PM – 10:00 PM
SUN 2.11 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
MON 3.11 | 2:45 PM – 7:15 PM
TUE 4.11 | 2:45 PM – 7:15 PM
WED 5.11 | 2:00 PM – 7:15 PM
THU 6.11 | 2:45 PM – 7:15 PM
FRI 7.11 | 2:45 PM – 7:15 PM
SAT 8.11 | 10:00 AM – 3:15 PM | 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
SUN 9.11 | 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Immersive experiences take over the heart of the Festival and the Plainpalais district with an exclusive selection combining virtual reality, installations, and interactive works. Three curated routes and five individual pieces at the Maison Communale de Plainpalais invite visitors to explore digital innovation.Temple de Plainpalais
Av. du Mail 31, 1205 Geneva
FRI 31.10 | 6:30 PM & 8:00 PM
SAT 1.11 | 3:00 PM & 4:30 PM & 7:00 PM & 8:30 PM
SUN 2.11 | 12:30 PM & 2:00 PM & 4:30 PM & 6:00 PM
MON 3.11 | 6:00 PM
TUE 4.11 | 6:00 PM
WED 5.11 | 2:30 PM
THU 6.11 | 6:00 PM & 7:15 PM & 8:30 PM
FRI 7.11 | 6:00 PM
SAT 8.11 | 1:45 PM & 3:00 PM & 4:15 PM & 6:30 PM & 7:45 PM
SUN 9.11 | 11:00 AM & 12:15 PM & 2:30 PM & 3:45 PM & 5:00 PM
TRANSPORT & ACCESS
The most practical and eco-friendly way to get to the Festival is by using public transportation! Our webpage Access & Locations provides further information on access regarding current works at Rue de Carouge.
trains
CFF
Stop: Geneva Cornavin Station
As screenings may finish late at night, certain regions can be difficult to reach by public transport. However, by checking the available connections in advance, you can plan your return with peace of mind and fully enjoy the Festival without worry.
More info: cff.ch
LEMAN EXPRESS
Ideal if you’re coming from neighboring France.
Plan your trip and explore all options on their website.
More info: lemanexpress.com
TRAM
TPG
See page Locations & Access
TICKETS AND ACCREDITATIONS
Maison Communale de Plainpalais (Pitoëff) – First floor
Rue de Carouge 52, 1205 Genève
billetterie@giff.ch
+41 76 813 53 87
TICKET OFFICES & ACCREDITATIONS
INFOS & SCHEDULES
Discover our capsule collection full of playful nods to binge-watching! Unique, limited-edition pieces to wear, collect, or gift—so you can take a piece of GIFF with you beyond the screen!
