2026 Asheville Film Festival
A three day downtown film festival centered on innovative regional and local filmmakers and story driven cinema, hosted inside the historic Asheville Masonic Temple. Nonprofit community weekend of screenings and filmmaker focused programming.
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Multi-day film festival at a historic downtown temple with a slate of cinema screenings and a communal festival atmosphere. Expect a mix of indie-minded programming and audience buzz between showtimes.
Multi-day film festival at a historic downtown temple with a slate of cinema screenings and a communal festival atmosphere. Expect a mix of indie-minded programming and audience buzz between showtimes.
Multi-day film festival at a historic downtown temple with a slate of cinema screenings and a communal festival atmosphere. Expect a mix of indie-minded programming and audience buzz between showtimes.
Red carpet awards gala celebrating regional and local indie filmmaking, with a dress-to-impress crowd mingling with directors and cast. Late-night downtown ceremony at the Asheville Masonic Temple honoring standout festival films and storytellers.
Red carpet awards gala celebrating regional and local indie filmmaking, with a dress-to-impress crowd mingling with directors and cast. Late-night downtown ceremony at the Asheville Masonic Temple honoring standout festival films and storytellers.
Red carpet awards gala celebrating regional and local indie filmmaking, with a dress-to-impress crowd mingling with directors and cast. Late-night downtown ceremony at the Asheville Masonic Temple honoring standout festival films and storytellers.
A curated block of short films and documentaries highlighting mountain resilience and regional storytelling, screened in the historic Asheville Masonic Temple. $10 tickets support the Asheville Film Festival nonprofit, with drinks and snacks available for purchase.
A curated block of short films and documentaries highlighting mountain resilience and regional storytelling, screened in the historic Asheville Masonic Temple. $10 tickets support the Asheville Film Festival nonprofit, with drinks and snacks available for purchase.
A curated block of short films and documentaries highlighting mountain resilience and regional storytelling, screened in the historic Asheville Masonic Temple. $10 tickets support the Asheville Film Festival nonprofit, with drinks and snacks available for purchase.
Curated short-film and documentary block supporting local and regional filmmakers, with ticket proceeds benefiting the Asheville Film Festival nonprofit. Evening screening in a historic downtown temple with drinks available for purchase.
Curated short-film and documentary block supporting local and regional filmmakers, with ticket proceeds benefiting the Asheville Film Festival nonprofit. Evening screening in a historic downtown temple with drinks available for purchase.
Curated short-film and documentary block supporting local and regional filmmakers, with ticket proceeds benefiting the Asheville Film Festival nonprofit. Evening screening in a historic downtown temple with drinks available for purchase.
Curated short-film and documentary block from the Asheville Film Festival, spotlighting local and regional filmmakers in a historic temple screening room. Expect pre-show snacks and drinks for purchase, with ticket proceeds supporting a 501(c)3 nonprofit.
Curated short-film and documentary block from the Asheville Film Festival, spotlighting local and regional filmmakers in a historic temple screening room. Expect pre-show snacks and drinks for purchase, with ticket proceeds supporting a 501(c)3 nonprofit.
Curated short-film and documentary block from the Asheville Film Festival, spotlighting local and regional filmmakers in a historic temple screening room. Expect pre-show snacks and drinks for purchase, with ticket proceeds supporting a 501(c)3 nonprofit.
A curated short-film and documentary block supporting local and regional filmmakers, with ticket proceeds benefiting the Asheville Film Festival nonprofit. Catch the screenings in a historic Masonic Temple setting with drinks and snacks available for purchase.
A curated short-film and documentary block supporting local and regional filmmakers, with ticket proceeds benefiting the Asheville Film Festival nonprofit. Catch the screenings in a historic Masonic Temple setting with drinks and snacks available for purchase.
A curated short-film and documentary block supporting local and regional filmmakers, with ticket proceeds benefiting the Asheville Film Festival nonprofit. Catch the screenings in a historic Masonic Temple setting with drinks and snacks available for purchase.
A curated block of short films and documentaries supporting local and regional filmmakers, with ticket proceeds benefiting the Asheville Film Festival nonprofit. Expect an intimate screening atmosphere with drinks and snacks available for purchase.
A curated block of short films and documentaries supporting local and regional filmmakers, with ticket proceeds benefiting the Asheville Film Festival nonprofit. Expect an intimate screening atmosphere with drinks and snacks available for purchase.
A curated block of short films and documentaries supporting local and regional filmmakers, with ticket proceeds benefiting the Asheville Film Festival nonprofit. Expect an intimate screening atmosphere with drinks and snacks available for purchase.
A community-centered Jewish film festival with curated screenings that spotlight Jewish stories, culture, and conversation. Gather on UNCA’s campus for an evening of cinema, reflection, and shared community vibes.
A community-centered Jewish film festival with curated screenings that spotlight Jewish stories, culture, and conversation. Gather on UNCA’s campus for an evening of cinema, reflection, and shared community vibes.
A community-centered Jewish film festival with curated screenings that spotlight Jewish stories, culture, and conversation. Gather on UNCA’s campus for an evening of cinema, reflection, and shared community vibes.
An opening night ceremony kicks off a curated block of short films and documentaries highlighting local and regional filmmakers. Evening screening at the Masonic Temple with drinks for purchase, supporting the Asheville Film Festival nonprofit.
An opening night ceremony kicks off a curated block of short films and documentaries highlighting local and regional filmmakers. Evening screening at the Masonic Temple with drinks for purchase, supporting the Asheville Film Festival nonprofit.
An opening night ceremony kicks off a curated block of short films and documentaries highlighting local and regional filmmakers. Evening screening at the Masonic Temple with drinks for purchase, supporting the Asheville Film Festival nonprofit.
A curated evening of short films and documentaries from local and regional filmmakers, presented as a festival-style screening block. Set in the Asheville Masonic Temple with ticketed entry plus drinks and snacks for purchase supporting the Asheville Film Festival nonprofit.
A curated evening of short films and documentaries from local and regional filmmakers, presented as a festival-style screening block. Set in the Asheville Masonic Temple with ticketed entry plus drinks and snacks for purchase supporting the Asheville Film Festival nonprofit.
A curated evening of short films and documentaries from local and regional filmmakers, presented as a festival-style screening block. Set in the Asheville Masonic Temple with ticketed entry plus drinks and snacks for purchase supporting the Asheville Film Festival nonprofit.
Late-night double feature of short films and documentaries curated by the Asheville Film Festival, leaning into untamed, witching-hour storytelling. Drinks are available for purchase, and ticket sales support local and regional filmmakers.
Late-night double feature of short films and documentaries curated by the Asheville Film Festival, leaning into untamed, witching-hour storytelling. Drinks are available for purchase, and ticket sales support local and regional filmmakers.
Late-night double feature of short films and documentaries curated by the Asheville Film Festival, leaning into untamed, witching-hour storytelling. Drinks are available for purchase, and ticket sales support local and regional filmmakers.
Curated film block of short films and documentaries supporting local and regional filmmakers, including the zombie short “UN-DEAD.” Ticketed evening screening at the Asheville Masonic Temple with drinks available for purchase benefiting a nonprofit film festival.
Curated film block of short films and documentaries supporting local and regional filmmakers, including the zombie short “UN-DEAD.” Ticketed evening screening at the Asheville Masonic Temple with drinks available for purchase benefiting a nonprofit film festival.
Curated film block of short films and documentaries supporting local and regional filmmakers, including the zombie short “UN-DEAD.” Ticketed evening screening at the Asheville Masonic Temple with drinks available for purchase benefiting a nonprofit film festival.
A documentary screening of “Greensboro Massacre” centered on survivors’ reflections around the 40th anniversary, followed by a 30 minute filmmaker Q and A. Ticket proceeds support the Asheville Film Festival nonprofit, with drinks and snacks available for purchase.
A documentary screening of “Greensboro Massacre” centered on survivors’ reflections around the 40th anniversary, followed by a 30 minute filmmaker Q and A. Ticket proceeds support the Asheville Film Festival nonprofit, with drinks and snacks available for purchase.
A documentary screening of “Greensboro Massacre” centered on survivors’ reflections around the 40th anniversary, followed by a 30 minute filmmaker Q and A. Ticket proceeds support the Asheville Film Festival nonprofit, with drinks and snacks available for purchase.
Short films and documentaries roll in a curated festival-style block supporting local and regional filmmakers, including “An Eternal Sound” set in rural North Carolina. Ticketed afternoon screening with drinks and snacks for purchase, benefiting the Asheville Film Festival nonprofit.
Short films and documentaries roll in a curated festival-style block supporting local and regional filmmakers, including “An Eternal Sound” set in rural North Carolina. Ticketed afternoon screening with drinks and snacks for purchase, benefiting the Asheville Film Festival nonprofit.
Short films and documentaries roll in a curated festival-style block supporting local and regional filmmakers, including “An Eternal Sound” set in rural North Carolina. Ticketed afternoon screening with drinks and snacks for purchase, benefiting the Asheville Film Festival nonprofit.
Short films and regional documentaries roll on the big screen, including “Doc Watson, One of the People,” celebrating Appalachian music heritage. Ticket proceeds support the Asheville Film Festival nonprofit, with drinks and snacks available for purchase.
Short films and regional documentaries roll on the big screen, including “Doc Watson, One of the People,” celebrating Appalachian music heritage. Ticket proceeds support the Asheville Film Festival nonprofit, with drinks and snacks available for purchase.
Short films and regional documentaries roll on the big screen, including “Doc Watson, One of the People,” celebrating Appalachian music heritage. Ticket proceeds support the Asheville Film Festival nonprofit, with drinks and snacks available for purchase.
An afternoon film block spotlighting local and regional filmmakers, mixing short films with documentary storytelling. Expect an experimental doc music video, “Steelvolution,” exploring steel handpan construction and sound, with drinks available and proceeds benefiting a nonprofit film festival.
An afternoon film block spotlighting local and regional filmmakers, mixing short films with documentary storytelling. Expect an experimental doc music video, “Steelvolution,” exploring steel handpan construction and sound, with drinks available and proceeds benefiting a nonprofit film festival.
An afternoon film block spotlighting local and regional filmmakers, mixing short films with documentary storytelling. Expect an experimental doc music video, “Steelvolution,” exploring steel handpan construction and sound, with drinks available and proceeds benefiting a nonprofit film festival.
A hands-on film directing workshop focused on pre production planning, sharpening creative intent, and translating ideas into clear shot lists, mood boards, and team communication. Practical guidance for indie creators and collaborators looking to align a crew around a cohesive vision.
A hands-on film directing workshop focused on pre production planning, sharpening creative intent, and translating ideas into clear shot lists, mood boards, and team communication. Practical guidance for indie creators and collaborators looking to align a crew around a cohesive vision.
A hands-on film directing workshop focused on pre production planning, sharpening creative intent, and translating ideas into clear shot lists, mood boards, and team communication. Practical guidance for indie creators and collaborators looking to align a crew around a cohesive vision.
First-look premiere screening of 48 Hour Film Project Asheville 2026 Group A shorts, packed into a single fast-paced lineup. Expect a lively community crowd of local filmmakers and fans in a casual pizza brewery setting.
First-look premiere screening of 48 Hour Film Project Asheville 2026 Group A shorts, packed into a single fast-paced lineup. Expect a lively community crowd of local filmmakers and fans in a casual pizza brewery setting.
First-look premiere screening of 48 Hour Film Project Asheville 2026 Group A shorts, packed into a single fast-paced lineup. Expect a lively community crowd of local filmmakers and fans in a casual pizza brewery setting.
A family friendly autumn festival on the Black Mountain Home for Children campus with community games and kid focused activities, seasonal treats, and local vendors. A feel good fundraiser supporting children and families in the region.
A family friendly autumn festival on the Black Mountain Home for Children campus with community games and kid focused activities, seasonal treats, and local vendors. A feel good fundraiser supporting children and families in the region.
A family friendly autumn festival on the Black Mountain Home for Children campus with community games and kid focused activities, seasonal treats, and local vendors. A feel good fundraiser supporting children and families in the region.
A collaborative short film idea jam with story improvisation games and rapid-fire pitching to shape a feasible shoot concept for the Asheville area. Welcomes filmmakers, actors, and curious creatives of any experience level in a gallery setting.
A collaborative short film idea jam with story improvisation games and rapid-fire pitching to shape a feasible shoot concept for the Asheville area. Welcomes filmmakers, actors, and curious creatives of any experience level in a gallery setting.
A collaborative short film idea jam with story improvisation games and rapid-fire pitching to shape a feasible shoot concept for the Asheville area. Welcomes filmmakers, actors, and curious creatives of any experience level in a gallery setting.