# US animation industry seasonal events

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/us-animation-industry-seasonal-events
> Updated: 2026-09-28T07:03:05.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

The animation industry in the United States is preparing for upcoming seasonal events. The ninth Animation Is Film festival is scheduled for October 16–19 in Hollywood, featuring potential Oscar contenders such as ‘Iron Boy’ and ‘Tangles,’ alongside the theatrical premiere of ‘Knights of Guinevere.’

Following this, ASIFA-Hollywood has announced the inaugural ASIFA-Showcase, a two-day ‘For Your Consideration’ event set for November 14–15 in Los Angeles. The showcase aims to support the 2026 awards season by featuring major studios and independent productions, while also serving as a fundraiser for the establishment of a second Annie Awards ceremony.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-28: ASIFA-Hollywood announces new animation showcase for awards season

ASIFA-Hollywood will launch the inaugural ASIFA-Showcase in Los Angeles this November, featuring major studios to highlight animation works ahead of the 2026 awards season.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/asifa-hollywood-announces-new-animation-showcase-for-awards-season

### 2026-09-22: Animation Is Film festival announces 2026 lineup

The ninth Animation Is Film festival, held October 16-19 in Hollywood, will feature Oscar contenders and the world theatrical premiere of Dana Terrace’s ‘Knights of Guinevere.’

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/animation-is-film-festival-announces-2026-lineup

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