New York Irish Language Film Festival Launches in Partnership with TG4

Fís Nua | New Vision festival to showcase Irish cinema at the New York Irish Center

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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America's first Irish language film festival, titled Fís Nua | New Vision, will take place in New York next week from February 19-21, 2026. The three-day program is hosted by the New York Irish Center in partnership with Irish broadcaster TG4.

Why it matters

This new festival aims to bring Irish cinema and culture to a wider American audience, providing a platform for Irish language films and filmmakers to reach new fans and film lovers of all backgrounds.

The details

The Fís Nua | New Vision festival will screen a variety of Irish language films over the course of the three-day event at the New York Irish Center in Long Island. The partnership between the New York Irish Center and TG4 will help to elevate the profile of Irish cinema in the United States.

  • The festival runs from Thursday, February 19 to Saturday, February 21, 2026.

The players

New York Irish Center

A community organization that aims to promote Irish culture and heritage in the New York area.

TG4

An Irish public service media broadcaster that focuses on Irish language programming.

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The takeaway

The launch of Fís Nua | New Vision marks an important milestone in bringing Irish language cinema to American audiences, providing a dedicated platform to showcase the rich and diverse storytelling of Irish filmmakers.