As Canada's premiere home of cinema for over 49 years, TIFF offers screenings, lectures, discussions, festivals, workshops, events, professional development and opportunities to meet, hear and learn from creators and thought leaders from Canada and around the world.

DETAILS / SPECS

LOCATION:
350 King Street West, Toronto, ON, M5V 3X5
MAJOR INTERSECTION:
King St E/Victoria St N
CAPACITY:

CINEMA 1 - Viola Desmond Cinema supported by NBCUniversal
Capacity: 547
Accessible seats: 4
Elevate the tone of your next meeting, presentation, or pitch in
this state-of-the-art cinema, with more than 500 seats including
four elegant balconies. Set the stage of your event in this unique
space, which has played host to onstage conversations with
Viola Davis, Taylor Swift, and more.

CINEMA 2
Capacity: 354
Accessible seats: 5
Experience the immersive sound of Dolby Atmos. For mid to large events, this cinema blends together the innovation of transformative audio technology and theatrical presentations. Cinema 2 ensures an unforgettable audience experience, including TIFF’s inspiring conversations with Antonio Banderas
Threshold 360 Viewer and Kerry Washington.

CINEMA 3 -
PIERS HANDLING CINEMA
Capacity: 221
Accessible seats: 4
Perfect for keynote presentations, this cinema invites
educators, industry leaders, and film lovers to experience
immersive storytelling in an elevated environment.
Equipped with cutting-edge 4K picture quality and Dolby
3D technology. Host to innovative storytellers like Bryce
Dallas Howard, Léa Seydoux, and Jordan Peele.

CINEMA 4 -
PAUL & LEAH ATKINSON FAMILY CINEMA
Capacity: 147
Accessible seats: 2
For mid to small events, this cinema is the ideal choice.
Inspire new ideas for your team through interactive
town hall presentations, transformative panel
discussions, or the art of cinema.

CINEMA 5
Capacity: 46
Accessible seats: 2
A boutique cinema experience perfect for small screenings and presentations. Inspire emerging leaders, celebrate team wins, or pitch your grand idea in cinematic 4K quality.

CINEMA 6
Capacity: 45
Accessible seats: 1
Tucked away on the fifth floor is our best kept secret
and most intimate cinema experience.
Home to our world-renowned Programming team and
CEO, Cameron Bailey — the best in moving image is
selected from this very room for the
Toronto International Film Festival.

THE GALLERY
Capacity: 300 (standing)
A blank canvas where your imagination - and brand -
takes centre stage. Whether hosting lavish receptions,
product launches, or celebrating milestone
achievements, this venue seamlessly blends flexibility
and grand stature to curate transformative events.

THE GREENROOM
(MICHÈLE MAHEUX SUITE)
Capacity: 60 (standing)
Elevate your cozy cocktail receptions, or host a collaborative work environment with your team in this flexible event room. An exclusive, behind-the-scenes space that complements your TIFF Lightbox experience - available in conjunction with our cinemas.
Feel inspired by past candid conversations with Taraji P. Henson, Ryan Gosling, and André Leon Talley hosted in this space.

TIFF FOUNDERS LOUNGE
Capacity: 120 (standing)
Step into the electrifying atmosphere of the TIFF Founders Lounge, where dynamic views of King Street and downtown Toronto infuse the space with the energy of the vibrant Entertainment District. Create the ultimate setting for cocktail receptions and networking events, just outside our largest cinemas.

VARDA
Capacity: 80 (standing)
Welcome to Varda – a new lounge and café-bar on the third floor of TIFF Lightbox named in honour of iconic French filmmaker Agnès Varda. Enjoy cocktails and canapés while you and your guests delight in views of the CN Tower and Entertainment District from the comfort of this elegant Lounge.

MYRNA & JOHN DANIELS LOBBY
Capacity: 163

CONCESSIONS LOUNGE
Capacity: 96

RBC LEARNING STUDIO A
Capacity: 60

RBC LEARNING STUDIO A
Capacity: 60