Official Partner of the IMAX® Victoria Film Festival
From February 20 to March 15, discover the world on the biggest screen in BC at the IMAX® Victoria Film Festival. This year’s festival celebrates the return of IMAX® Victoria classic documentaries, bringing back some of the most beloved documentary films from our theatre’s history.
This year, we’re excited to introduce two new documentaries to the festival, Coral Sea and Secrets of Great Salt Lake, offering stunning new journeys into ocean conservation and interconnected ecosystems.
PLUS, this year’s festival is bringing back Lasting Impressions 3D, a breathtaking immersive art experience that brings iconic Impressionist masterpieces to life. Witness Van Gogh’s Starry Night, wander through Monet’s swaying poplars, and rediscover the emotional power of art through cutting edge 3D Motion Sculpting technology.
Get your membership today!
- Best Value: IMAX® Victoria Membership – $65. Seeing just 5 of the 7 festival documentaries equals the cost of an annual membership. Members enjoy unlimited documentaries for 12 months, free film festival access, discounted Hollywood feature films, invitations to exclusive member events, and 20% off Royal BC Museum admission. Plus, members receive 20% off IMAX® Victoria tickets for their guests.
- Single Film Festival tickets available at the regular rate: Adult $13, Senior, Student & Youth $12, Child $6 (There is a $1 surcharge for all 3D documentary films for non-members).
Cuba
RATED: G | RUNTIME: 40 min. | STUDIO: Giant Screen Films | RESERVED SEATING Y/N: No
CUBA tells the powerful story of a land preserved in time, yet poised on the cusp of dramatic change. The nation’s vibrant culture, meticulously maintained colonial architecture, and pristine ecosystems provide a vivid window into the island’s history and spirit. CUBA will transport audiences across breathtaking landscapes, under the ocean surface to iridescent reefs, and into streets throbbing with music and dance in the heart of Havana.
Through the eyes of Cuban artists, historians, and scientists, the film provides an intimate look this vivacious island nation. Filmed exclusively for the giant screen format, CUBA reveals why Cuba continues to stir the imagination of the world. CUBA is produced by Golden Gate 3D, in association with BBC Earth, Giant Screen Films and the Giant Dome Theater Consortium.
Coral Sea
RATED: G | RUNTIME: 40 min. | STUDIO: K2 | RESERVED SEATING Y/N: No
Legend has it that the islands of the Coral Sea are built on the back of a giant sea turtle. This is a world where the ebbs and flows of life are made of the turquoise sea and the lush jungle. Saltwater runs through the veins of the local people, who are deeply connected to the ocean—also some of the most important sanctuaries for endangered green sea turtles in the world. Join local conservationists as they safeguard the future of green sea turtles, one tiny new hatchling at a time. As a follow up to Turtle Odyssey (narrated by Russell Crowe), this family adventure will connect you to the pulse of life in the vibrant Coral Sea, home to UNESCO World Heritage site the Great Barrier Reef.
New to IMAX® Victoria.
Deep Sky
RATED: G | RUNTIME: 40 min. | STUDIO: IMAX Corporation | RESERVED SEATING Y/N: No
Deep Sky brings the awe-inspiring images captured by NASA’s Webb Telescope to IMAX® — taking audiences on a journey to the beginning of time and space, to never-before-seen cosmic landscapes, and to recently discovered exoplanets, planets around other stars. Directed by Oscar®-nominated filmmaker Nathaniel Kahn and narrated by Oscar®-nominated actress Michelle Williams, Deep Sky follows the high-stakes global mission to build JWST and to launch it into orbit one-million miles from Earth, in an attempt to answer questions that have haunted us since the beginning of time: Where did we come from? How did the universe begin? Are we alone? 13 billion years in the making, Deep Sky reveals the universe as we have never seen it before; immersing audiences in the stunning pictures beamed back to earth by NASA’s new telescope — and capturing their vast beauty at a scale that can only be experienced on the giant IMAX screen.
Lasting Impressions 3D
RATED: G | RUNTIME: 45 min. | STUDIO: MacGillivray Freeman | RESERVED SEATING Y/N: No
Lasting Impressions invites you to rediscover the emotional power of art through a breathtaking new immersive experience. Witness the spellbinding transformation of the Impressionist masterworks, brought to moving life by a team of artists using cutting edge 3D Motion Sculpting technology. You’ll bathe in the shimmering light of Van Gogh’s Starry Night and feel the breeze on your skin as you wander among Monet’s swaying Poplars. Playing in 3D Only.
Secrets of Great Salt Lake
RATED: G | RUNTIME: 45 min. | STUDIO: SK Films | RESERVED SEATING Y/N: No
An uplifting story of how water connects all life on Earth. Journey back to when mammoths, camels and saber-toothed cats roamed the ancient shores of Lake Bonneville and witness its transformation into Great Salt Lake, caused by one of the largest floods in history! Be immersed in a rare ecosystem where unusual creatures thrive in waters five times saltier than the ocean. Yet, the source of the Lake is fresh water! It comes from high up in the snowpack of the Rockies where mountain lions raise their cubs, and Olympic skiers hone their skills on the greatest snow on Earth, flowing into rivers and streams past aspen trees that form the world’s largest living organism, and down to the basin below where grebes dance on water in a wildlife refuge that supports millions of birds, and onwards into the Lake and its islands, where herds of pronghorn and bison roam. Meet the inspiring community of dedicated scientists, indigenous leaders, farmers, and youth determined to sustain this vital Lake and surrounding watershed for the benefit of all. New to IMAX® Victoria.
Shackleton: The Greatest Story of Survival
RATED: G | RUNTIME: 44 min. | STUDIO: K2 | RESERVED SEATING Y/N: No
28 lost adventurers must fight for their lives after their only lifeline is destroyed in the most uninhabitable place on Earth – Antarctica. ‘Shackleton – The Greatest Story of Survival’ reveals the true story of polar explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton and the crew of the Endurance, told by the only man ever to have repeated their incredible feat – explorer and adventurer Tim Jarvis. Following in the beset crew’s footsteps, Tim reveals the enduring legacy of Shackleton’s crisis leadership in the face of impossible odds – a lesson more relevant to us now than ever before.
Superpower Dogs
RATED: G | RUNTIME: 40 min. | STUDIO: IMAX Corporation | RESERVED SEATING Y/N: No
Join an immersive IMAX® adventure to experience the life-saving superpowers and extraordinary bravery of some of the world’s most amazing dogs. In this inspiring true story, our best friends are also real-life superheroes. Journey around the globe to meet remarkable dogs who save lives and discover the powerful bond they share with their human partners. Follow Halo, a rookie puppy training to join one of the most elite disaster response teams in America. Meet Henry, an avalanche rescue expert in the mountains of British Columbia, Reef, a Newfoundland lifeguard with the Italian coastguard, Ricochet, a Californian surf legend helping people with special needs, and the Bloodhound brothers, Tipper & Tony, who are leading the fight to save endangered species in Africa. As we discover the incredible abilities of dogs and the astonishing science behind their superpowers, we’ll never look at our best friends the same way again!
IMAX® Victoria Film Festival – FAQ
What is the IMAX® Victoria Film Festival?
What are the dates for the 2026 IMAX® Victoria Film Festival?
Where is the festival taking place?
How many films are included in the festival?
How much do single tickets cost?
- Adult: $13
- Senior, Student & Youth: $12
- Child (3-5 years old): $6
- A $1 surcharge applies to non-members for all 3D films
What are the benefits of becoming an IMAX® Victoria Member?
- All 7 festival films at no extra cost
- Unlimited access to regular IMAX® documentaries for 12 months
- Discounts on Hollywood features
- Access too exclusive member events
- 20% discount on IMAX® Victoria tickets for your guest
Are any films suitable for young children?
Is the IMAX® Victoria theater accessible?
Is reserved seating available?
Reserved seating is not available for any of the documentary films; seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Do I need to buy tickets for the festival?
What is Lasting Impressions 3D?
Can I upgrade to an IMAX® Victoria membership after buying single tickets?
Are concessions available during the festival?
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Monday–Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:10 PM
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Thursday–Friday: 9:00 AM – 7:30 PM
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Saturday–Sunday: 9:30 AM – 7:30 PM
How do I buy tickets or memberships?
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Online at imaxvictoria.com
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In person at the Box Office located inside the Royal BC Museum
Why should I become a member during the festival?