Sign in Style at Deaffest 2026 | Ticket Information

Deaffest 2026 offers multiple ticket types across the weekend. Please check details carefully before purchasing.

Important Ticket Information

Tickets are limited, non-refundable, and sold first come, first served.
Tickets cannot be reserved.
Buy early to avoid disappointment.

Buying Your Ticket

For ticket purchases, please buy through Deaffest’s official People’s Fundraising Page. We strongly advise against purchasing from any other sources due to the risk of scams.
Please check that your details are correct and entered in the proper fields (e.g., postcode in the postal code field, not your street address)
A confirmation email will be sent after purchase (check spam/junk if not received).
Bring your confirmation email (phone or print) to collect your wristband.

Wristband collection: The George, University of Wolverhampton, Stafford Road, WV1 1LZ

Friday 8th May 2026: 2:00pm – 9:00pm

Saturday 9th May 2026: 8:00am – 8:00pm

Wristbands must be worn at ALL times and cannot be replaced if lost.

CLICK HERE FOR BSL VIDEO | CLICK HERE FOR INTERNATIONAL SIGN VIDEO

Sign in Style at Deaffest 2026 | Launch Night

Doors open: 6.30pm | Event start time: 7:30pm | Event end time: 2:00am

Location: LockWorks Cinema, 18 Fryer Street, Wolverhampton, West Midlands WV1 1HT

Age: 18+ only (ID required)

Deaffest returns to where it all began – the iconic LockWorks Cinema – to launch its 16th edition with a bold, immersive celebration of Deaf culture across film, fashion, music and performance.

Setting the tone with the 2026 theme Sign in Style, the opening night is tailored as a visually led creative programme that unfolds on screen, on stage and throughout the space. From a high-energy courtyard launch featuring DJ Nico DiMarco and live performances to fashion and visual expression taking centre stage as powerful forms of storytelling and identity, the evening promises a dynamic and inspiring experience.

Curated film screenings across the cinema screens are woven together with opportunities to connect with creatives and audiences, all set within in a vibrant social atmosphere – complete with complimentary light refreshments.

Sign in. Stand out. Celebrate Deaffest – in style.

FRIDAY TICKET PRICES (LIMITED AVAILABILITY)

Both time slots show the same premiere films. Screening times differ due to cinema capacity. Please buy ONE ticket per person.

Each ticket gives you:

Entry to Deaffest 2026 Sign in Style social networking event
Launch of Deaffest 2026 by Co-founders Nikki Stratton & Marilyn Willrich (7:30pm)
One premiere screening time – either 8:00pm or 9:30pm

The premiere screening lasts approximately 55 minutes.

EARLY BIRD TICKET (8:00pm premiere screening slot)

On sale until Thursday 9 April 2026, 1:00pm (GMT)

Price: £18.50

Includes: Access to Festival launch event and 8:00pm premiere screening slot & late bar

Buy your ticket here.

(7:55pm: Cinema doors close – no entry after this time)

EARLY BIRD TICKET (9:30pm premiere screening slot)

On sale until Thursday 9 April 2026, 1:00pm (GMT)

Price: £18.50

Includes: Access to Festival launch event and 9:30pm premiere screening slot & late bar

Buy your ticket here.

(9:25pm: Cinema doors close – no entry after this time)

STANDARD TICKET (8:00pm premiere screening slot)

On sale from Thursday 9 April 2026, 1:00pm until Friday 8 May 2026, 1:00pm (GMT)

Price: £23.50

Includes: Festival launch event and 8:00pm premiere screening slot & late bar

(7:55pm: Cinema doors close – no entry after this time)

STANDARD TICKET (9:30pm premiere screening slot)

On sale from Thursday 9 April 2026, 1:00pm until Friday 8 May 2026, 1:00pm (GMT)

Price: £23.50

Includes: Festival launch event and 9:30pm premiere screening slot & late bar

(9:25pm: Cinema doors close – no entry after this time)

CLICK HERE FOR BSL VIDEO | CLICK HERE FOR INTERNATIONAL SIGN VIDEO

Times: 10:00am – 5:00pm

Age: All ages welcome

What’s Included

Your Saturday daytime ticket includes a goody bag (collect from The George) and access to:

Location: University of Wolverhampton, Stafford Street, Wolverhampton, West Midlands WV1 1LY

Stalls fair in Rosalind Franklin (MB) Building, Millenium City (MC) Building and Courtyard (map and names coming soon)
Screenings (info coming soon)
Events + Workshops (info coming soon)
Panel discussions (info coming soon)
University of Wolverhampton tour (info coming soon)
Performances
Cafés and food bars
Networking opportunities

*Some events and workshops require pre-booking, and age guidance varies by workshop. Booking links and details will be released soon. Places are LIMITED and allocated on a first come, first served basis with proof of ticket purchase.

Location: LockWorks Cinema, 18 Fryer Street, Wolverhampton, West Midlands WV1 1HT

Screenings including nominees for the 10^th Film & TV Awards (full schedule coming soon)
Seats are limited and available on a first come, first served basis

SATURDAY DAYTIME TICKET PRICES (SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY)

EARLY BIRD TICKET (until Thursday 9 April 2026, 1:00pm GMT)

Adult (16+): £20.00

Young Person (5 – 15): £5.00

Under 5s (0 – 4): FREE (registration required)

Buy your ticket here.

STANDARD TICKET (from 9 April 2026, 1:00pm GMT until Saturday 9 May 2026, 3:00pm GMT)

Adult (16+): £25.00

Young Person (5 – 15): £10.00

Under 5s (0 – 4): FREE (registration required)

CLICK HERE FOR BSL VIDEO | CLICK HERE FOR INTERNATIONAL SIGN VIDEO

Deaffest 2026 | 10th Film & TV Awards Gala & Late-Night Party

Times: 7:00pm – 4:00am

Location: University of Wolverhampton at The Halls, North Street, Wolverhampton WV1 1RD

Age: 18+ only (ID required)

Dress code: Gala Attire – suits or tailored smart wear, cocktail or elegant evening attire.

Saturday night takes centre stage as Deaffest hosts the 10th Film & TV Awards Gala during its 16th festival edition – a night where Sign in Style comes alive from the red carpet to the screen.

With confident glamour and striking visual expression leading the way, the evening celebrates film, fashion and storytelling sharing the same runway, where every look and performance becomes part of the story.

Hosted by the Masters of Ceremonies John Smith and Jean St Clair, the Awards recognise excellence across 11 Film & TV categories, with live UK and international performances threaded throughout the evening, highlighting bold talent and fearless creativity.

As the ceremony concludes, the celebration continues with a Late-Night Party led by exciting hosts, DJ Nico DiMarco and performers – an invitation to keep dancing, connecting, and celebrating storytelling, culture and creativity, and to experience Deaffest in full style.

Schedule

7:00pm: Doors open & networking (Wulfrun Suite Bar)

8:00pm – 11:00pm: Film & TV Awards Gala including intervals (Wulfrun Hall)
Doors close at 8:15pm – no entry after this time

11:00pm – 4:00am: Late-Night Party with DJ and performances (Wulfrun Hall)

SATURDAY EVENING TICKET PRICES (LIMITED AVAILABILITY)

EARLY BIRD TICKET (until Thursday 9 April 2026, 1:00pm GMT)

Film & TV Awards Gala + Late-Night Party: £45.00

Late-Night Party only (11:00pm): £25.00

Buy your ticket here.

STANDARD TICKET (from 9 April 2026, 1:00pm GMT until Saturday 9 May 2026, 3:00pm GMT)

Film & TV Awards Gala + Late-Night Party: £60.00

Late-Night Party only (11:00pm): £30.00

NO tickets will be sold on the door.

Access requirements: For accessible seating including carer, please contact enquiries@deaffest.co.uk as early as soon as possible. Requests are subject to availability, and proof of eligibility will be required.