Dear ICTP Community,

We are pleased to inform you that ICTP renews its partnership with the Trieste Science+Fiction Festival, Italy's leading science fiction film festival, taking place in Trieste from November 3rd to 8th, 2026.

Thanks to this agreement, all staff members and students are eligible for the reduced Festival Pass ("Raggi Fotonici Ridotto") at the special price of €30.00.

Important Note on Eligibility:
This discount is strictly personal and reserved exclusively for valid ICTP badge holders. This partner rate CANNOT be extended to family members, relatives, or friends.

What does the Festival Pass include?

Admission to the film screenings scheduled at the Politeama Rossetti and Cinema Ariston (subject to seating availability).
Seat reservations for the special events at the SciFi Dome.
The official Festival bag and your physical Festival Pass.

How to get your reduced Festival Pass:

Visit the official website on the Trieste Science+Fiction Festival - Accreditation Page.
Please note: The festival has updated its registration platform this year. Even if you have registered in previous years, you will need to create a new profile.
Select the reduced rate during the online purchase process and upload a digital copy of your ICTP badge or proof of employment/study to validate the rate.

Deadlines and purchases from November 3rd:

Online: Purchasing the pass online will be possible until November 2nd, 2026.
On-site (from November 3rd): If you need your pass on November 3rd or later, you can still buy it in person directly at the accreditation desk at Politeama Rossetti. Please note that on-site passes are subject to availability and you must physically show your ICTP badge to receive the €30.00 discounted rate.

Please note: Purchases are restricted to adults (18+), and only one Festival Pass can be bought per account.

Enjoy the festival!