Markets

CIIF Market-The Canary Islands International Film Market Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, October 27-31, 2025.Adding to the end-of-year calendar is the CIIF Market, held in Tenerife, one of the most dynamic creative hubs in Spain.Focused on connecting producers, financiers, and distributors from Europe, Africa, and Latin America, CIIF promotes film, TV, and new media co-productions.Its idyllic island setting and cross-continental perspective make it a unique bridge between European and Ibero-American markets, perfectly aligning with Spain’s growing role as a hub for international productions.

MIP Cancun – The Latin American Hub (Cancún, Mexico, November 18–21, 2025)
Following the glamour of Cannes, the action moves west to the turquoise shores of Mexico for MIP Cancun, the premier content and co-production market for Latin America and the U.S. Hispanic markets. Hosted at the Moon Palace Resort, this all-inclusive event is known for its relaxed yet highly productive format — everything from business meetings to networking dinners happens under one roof.
The 2025 edition introduces a Branded Content Programme, reflecting a growing trend: the intersection between storytelling and brand partnership. With pre-scheduled one-on-one meetings between buyers and sellers, MIP Cancun remains one of the most efficient deal-making hubs in the region. For European producers, it’s a strategic bridge into one of the fastest-growing television markets in the world.

Dubai International Content Market – The MENA Gateway (Dubai, UAE, November 4–5, 2025)
Before Cancun kicks off, Dubai hosts the Dubai International Content Market (DICM) — the largest content exhibition in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. With exhibitors from over 65 countries and a strong emphasis on international co-production, the market has positioned itself as a critical meeting point between global distributors and MENA broadcasters and platforms.
The DICM format focuses on efficiency: pre-arranged business meetings, compact schedules, and regional networking events that attract major broadcasters, OTT platforms, and production companies. As the Gulf region invests heavily in entertainment and cultural industries, Dubai is becoming a key player in the global content trade.

Content London – Europe’s Creative Powerhouse (London, UK, December 3–5, 2025)
Back in Europe, December begins with Content London, the flagship conference organized by C21Media. It’s widely regarded as one of the most influential markets for scripted and unscripted development, bringing together top producers, commissioners, distributors, and creators from around the world.
Beyond its vibrant networking scene, Content London is famous for its Global Entertainment Format Pitch and Drama Series Pitch, both offering major exposure and financial support to innovative projects. It’s also a platform for high-level discussions on the industry’s future — from AI in storytelling to the evolution of global IP strategies.
For European professionals, this is the perfect event to wrap up the year close to home, while maintaining global visibility.

Asia TV Forum & Market (ATF) – The Heartbeat of Asia (Singapore, December 2–5, 2025)
At the same time, on the other side of the world, Asia TV Forum & Market (ATF) returns to Marina Bay Sands in Singapore, serving as the leading marketplace for content and co-production across Asia-Pacific.
Branded as “The Heartbeat of Asia’s Entertainment Content”, ATF brings together producers, buyers, investors, and streamers from across the region, offering a dynamic mix of pitches, panels, and matchmaking sessions. For global players, ATF is the gateway into a region that continues to drive much of the industry’s growth — from Korean drama exports to Southeast Asia’s fast-emerging streaming platforms.Despite the long haul from Europe, its strategic timing in December makes ATF an ideal platform for laying the groundwork for the following year’s business cycle.

NEM Zagreb – Spotlight on New Europe (Zagreb, Croatia, December 8–9, 2025)
Closing the year is NEM Zagreb, part of the New Europe Market brand that also runs NEM Dubrovnik. Taking place at the historic Esplanade Zagreb Hotel, the event focuses on Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), a region rapidly expanding its footprint in scripted production, streaming, and talent development.This boutique market attracts a mix of established networks and new-generation creators, offering panels, pitching sessions, and networking events in an intimate, collegial atmosphere. For companies looking to explore new partnerships in emerging European territories, NEM Zagreb provides an excellent balance of accessibility, affordability, and creative opportunity.
From the Riviera to the Caribbean, from the deserts of Dubai to the skyscrapers of Singapore, the television industry’s marketplace never sleeps. Each destination offers not just deals, but a glimpse into how regional trends shape global entertainment — from branded content and format innovation to the next wave of streaming partnerships.

photo:M.Chiara Duranti, Chief Editor of Formatbiz at the last edition of Nem Zagreb in Croatia.