With the global animation industry set to surpass USD 500 billion by 2030, the demand for fresh ideas, innovative technology, and visionary storytelling has never been greater. Keeping pace with this momentum, the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) is gearing up for the third edition of the Sharjah Animation Conference (SAC 2025), an annual international platform where industry giants, creative talents, and aspiring innovators deliberate to shape the future of animation.
Taking place at Expo Centre Sharjah from May 1 to 4, the four-day conference, organised in collaboration with Italy’s Bergamo Animation Days (BAD), will be packed with the latest trends, cutting-edge technologies, and game-changing opportunities, offering endless possibilities for the future of animated storytelling. SAC 2025 will feature a stellar line-up of 72 international speakers, delivering 26 specialised workshops, 21 panel discussions, exclusive film screenings, and exhibitions.
Attendees will also have the chance to connect with renowned directors, illustrators from leading global studios, and award-winning artists, making SAC 2025 a unique platform for collaboration, innovation, and creative exchange in the world of animation, reinforcing Sharjah’s status as a hub for visual arts and a global destination for animation talent.