Animayo International Animation Festival
Major legitimate festival with strong credentials
Animayo is the International Festival of Animation, Visual Effects, and Video Games held annually in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain, notable for being the first and only festival in Spain designated as an Oscar® Qualifying Festival for animated short films. It showcases a diverse range of works including 2D, 3D, stop motion, and experimental animation, as well as visual effects, video game cinematics, and virtual reality pieces selected from over 2,000 annual submissions. With nearly two decades of history and inclusion in the global list of Annie Award-qualifying festivals, Animayo serves as a major European hub for creative development, industry networking, and artistic excellence in animation.
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+57 pts)
- Oscar Qualifying Festival
- Physical screenings at Teatro Guiniguada
- Named jury members
- Press/industry coverage
- 2 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
Red Flags (-5 pts)
- Limited or unverifiable history
Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- Named venues with external verification
- Documented history with archived programs
Festival Details
Venue
Teatro Guiniguada
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
Award Categories
10
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