Fathom Entertainment and GKIDS have officially announced the Studio Ghibli Fest 2026 lineup, bringing seven films to theaters nationwide from June through October 2026, highlighted by the 25th anniversary of Academy Award-winning Spirited Away and the first-ever Ghibli Fest theatrical run of Tales from Earthsea. The announcement was made at CinemaCon 2026 on April 16, with tickets going on sale starting May 15 at FathomEntertainment.com, GhibliFest.com, or at participating theater box offices.
What Is Studio Ghibli Fest 2026
Studio Ghibli Fest is the annual theatrical celebration of the Studio Ghibli catalog, presented by Fathom Entertainment and GKIDS. The 2026 series runs across seven titles, each shown in both original Japanese with subtitles and English dubbed versions. Every screening also includes special surprise extra content. The series kicks off with Ponyo in June and closes with Spirited Away in October. Last year’s Ghibli Fest also featured Spirited Away as its closing film, though 2026 marks the formal 25th anniversary celebration of the film’s release.
The Full Studio Ghibli Fest 2026 Lineup and Schedule
All showtimes are in local time. Theater participants are subject to change.
Ponyo
Saturday, June 13 at 3:00 PM (DUB)
Sunday, June 14 at 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM (DUB)
Monday, June 15 at 7:00 PM (SUB)
Tuesday, June 16 at 7:00 PM (SUB)
Wednesday, June 17 at 7:00 PM (DUB)
My Neighbor Totoro
Saturday, July 11 at 3:00 PM (DUB)
Sunday, July 12 at 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM (DUB)
Monday, July 13 at 7:00 PM (SUB)
Tuesday, July 14 at 7:00 PM (SUB)
Wednesday, July 15 at 7:00 PM (DUB)
Tales from Earthsea – 20th Anniversary
Goro Miyazaki’s feature directorial debut joins the Ghibli Fest lineup for the first time for its 20th anniversary.
Saturday, August 8 at 3:00 PM (DUB)
Monday, August 10 at 7:00 PM (SUB)
Only Yesterday – 35th Anniversary
Isao Takahata’s Only Yesterday returns to theaters for its 35th anniversary.
Sunday, August 9 at 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM (DUB)
Tuesday, August 11 at 7:00 PM (SUB)
Castle in the Sky – 40th Anniversary
Saturday, August 22 at 3:00 PM (DUB)
Sunday, August 23 at 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM (DUB)
Monday, August 24 at 7:00 PM (SUB)
Tuesday, August 25 at 7:00 PM (SUB)
Wednesday, August 26 at 7:00 PM (DUB)
Princess Mononoke – 4K Remastered
Saturday, September 26 at 3:00 PM (DUB)
Sunday, September 27 at 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM (DUB)
Monday, September 28 at 7:00 PM (SUB)
Tuesday, September 29 at 7:00 PM (SUB)
Wednesday, September 30 at 7:00 PM (DUB)
Spirited Away – 25th Anniversary
Saturday, October 17 at 3:00 PM (DUB)
Sunday, October 18 at 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM (DUB)
Monday, October 19 at 7:00 PM (SUB)
Tuesday, October 20 at 7:00 PM (SUB)
Wednesday, October 21 at 7:00 PM (DUB)
BoxLunch and Hot Topic Discount for Ticket Holders
Specialty retailers BoxLunch and Hot Topic are participating in Studio Ghibli Fest 2026 by offering a 25% discount on in-store purchases when attendees show their Studio Ghibli Fest 2026 ticket stub. Visit a participating BoxLunch or Hot Topic location for details.
Our Take on Studio Ghibli Fest 2026
This is a strong lineup from Fathom Entertainment and GKIDS, and the anniversary framing makes it feel purposeful rather than just a repeat of the catalog. Tales from Earthsea getting its first Ghibli Fest slot after 20 years is genuinely interesting because it is one of the most overlooked films in the Ghibli library. It has a complicated legacy among fans and critics, and seeing it in a theater for the first time as part of this series is a real opportunity. The 4K remaster of Princess Mononoke in September is the other standout here. That film deserves the biggest screen possible, and September is perfect timing for it. Spirited Away, closing out the year in October, feels right for the 25th anniversary. Tickets are on sale May 15. Plan accordingly because the Saturday-dubbed screenings tend to go fast.
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