The 2026 Asheville Film Festival
A daytime film festival inside the historic Asheville Masonic Temple with curated screenings that spotlight indie cinema and short films. Expect a community-focused atmosphere with multiple showtimes and a classic theater setting.
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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.
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.
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.
A curated Sunday matinee film block inside the historic Asheville Masonic Temple, set up like a relaxed “morning service” gathering. Expect a communal screening vibe with back to back short films and a theater style sit down experience.
A curated Sunday matinee film block inside the historic Asheville Masonic Temple, set up like a relaxed “morning service” gathering. Expect a communal screening vibe with back to back short films and a theater style sit down experience.
A curated Sunday matinee film block inside the historic Asheville Masonic Temple, set up like a relaxed “morning service” gathering. Expect a communal screening vibe with back to back short films and a theater style sit down experience.
An afternoon film screening block curated for festival-style viewing, pairing a rotating lineup of short films with a communal audience vibe. Set inside a historic temple setting with cinema-focused programming and discussion-friendly energy.
An afternoon film screening block curated for festival-style viewing, pairing a rotating lineup of short films with a communal audience vibe. Set inside a historic temple setting with cinema-focused programming and discussion-friendly energy.
An afternoon film screening block curated for festival-style viewing, pairing a rotating lineup of short films with a communal audience vibe. Set inside a historic temple setting with cinema-focused programming and discussion-friendly energy.
A curated short-film block centered on seeking connection, pairing intimate storytelling with a reflective, community-minded vibe. Set inside a historic lodge hall for an evening screening that invites conversation and contemplation.
A curated short-film block centered on seeking connection, pairing intimate storytelling with a reflective, community-minded vibe. Set inside a historic lodge hall for an evening screening that invites conversation and contemplation.
A curated short-film block centered on seeking connection, pairing intimate storytelling with a reflective, community-minded vibe. Set inside a historic lodge hall for an evening screening that invites conversation and contemplation.
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 Jewish film festival night centered on story-driven cinema and cultural conversation. Screenings at UNC Asheville pair thought-provoking films with community gathering vibes hosted by the Center for Jewish Studies.
A Jewish film festival night centered on story-driven cinema and cultural conversation. Screenings at UNC Asheville pair thought-provoking films with community gathering vibes hosted by the Center for Jewish Studies.
A Jewish film festival night centered on story-driven cinema and cultural conversation. Screenings at UNC Asheville pair thought-provoking films with community gathering vibes hosted by the Center for Jewish Studies.
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.
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.
A free local film premiere in a downtown performing arts center, centered on community storytelling and Asheville-made cinema. Expect a theater screening vibe with a celebratory opening-night feel and a crowd of local supporters.
A free local film premiere in a downtown performing arts center, centered on community storytelling and Asheville-made cinema. Expect a theater screening vibe with a celebratory opening-night feel and a crowd of local supporters.
A free local film premiere in a downtown performing arts center, centered on community storytelling and Asheville-made cinema. Expect a theater screening vibe with a celebratory opening-night feel and a crowd of local supporters.
Documentary screening examining the 1979 Greensboro Massacre, followed by a moderated Q&A for deeper historical context. Expect a reflective, discussion-driven evening focused on political violence, accountability, and community memory.
Documentary screening examining the 1979 Greensboro Massacre, followed by a moderated Q&A for deeper historical context. Expect a reflective, discussion-driven evening focused on political violence, accountability, and community memory.
Documentary screening examining the 1979 Greensboro Massacre, followed by a moderated Q&A for deeper historical context. Expect a reflective, discussion-driven evening focused on political violence, accountability, and community memory.
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.
Midday city hosted festival energy with gathering spaces for neighbors, local vendors, and community activities. Expect an outdoor, walk around style event with a casual downtown vibe for all ages.
Midday city hosted festival energy with gathering spaces for neighbors, local vendors, and community activities. Expect an outdoor, walk around style event with a casual downtown vibe for all ages.
Midday city hosted festival energy with gathering spaces for neighbors, local vendors, and community activities. Expect an outdoor, walk around style event with a casual downtown vibe for all ages.
A quirky outdoor cryptid celebration with Bigfoot lore, oddities vendors, and roving enthusiasts browsing market booths. Expect food trucks, festival-style live music, and a playful chance encounter vibe—plus parking planning and weather-ready gear.
A quirky outdoor cryptid celebration with Bigfoot lore, oddities vendors, and roving enthusiasts browsing market booths. Expect food trucks, festival-style live music, and a playful chance encounter vibe—plus parking planning and weather-ready gear.
A quirky outdoor cryptid celebration with Bigfoot lore, oddities vendors, and roving enthusiasts browsing market booths. Expect food trucks, festival-style live music, and a playful chance encounter vibe—plus parking planning and weather-ready gear.
Big band jazz night with the Asheville Jazz Orchestra delivering punchy brass sections, swinging rhythm, and classic orchestral charts in an intimate listening room. A late-night set that fits both seated listening and dance floor energy.
Big band jazz night with the Asheville Jazz Orchestra delivering punchy brass sections, swinging rhythm, and classic orchestral charts in an intimate listening room. A late-night set that fits both seated listening and dance floor energy.
Big band jazz night with the Asheville Jazz Orchestra delivering punchy brass sections, swinging rhythm, and classic orchestral charts in an intimate listening room. A late-night set that fits both seated listening and dance floor energy.
Cult and classic films get hilariously condensed into ten minute stage plays, with ramshackle cardboard worlds and thrift store costumes creating a scrappy DIY theater vibe. All ages and fully seated, with options to perform, build sets, or watch while supporting Asheville Bike Recyclery.
Cult and classic films get hilariously condensed into ten minute stage plays, with ramshackle cardboard worlds and thrift store costumes creating a scrappy DIY theater vibe. All ages and fully seated, with options to perform, build sets, or watch while supporting Asheville Bike Recyclery.
Cult and classic films get hilariously condensed into ten minute stage plays, with ramshackle cardboard worlds and thrift store costumes creating a scrappy DIY theater vibe. All ages and fully seated, with options to perform, build sets, or watch while supporting Asheville Bike Recyclery.
A tense stage drama that probes faith, authority, and moral certainty through sharp dialogue and escalating confrontations. Expect an intimate community-theater atmosphere with emotionally charged performances and post-show conversation potential.
A tense stage drama that probes faith, authority, and moral certainty through sharp dialogue and escalating confrontations. Expect an intimate community-theater atmosphere with emotionally charged performances and post-show conversation potential.
A tense stage drama that probes faith, authority, and moral certainty through sharp dialogue and escalating confrontations. Expect an intimate community-theater atmosphere with emotionally charged performances and post-show conversation potential.
An open-air arts and culture gathering in downtown’s Pritchard Park with a casual, come-and-go vibe. Expect a public-park setting centered on local creative expression and community connection.
An open-air arts and culture gathering in downtown’s Pritchard Park with a casual, come-and-go vibe. Expect a public-park setting centered on local creative expression and community connection.
An open-air arts and culture gathering in downtown’s Pritchard Park with a casual, come-and-go vibe. Expect a public-park setting centered on local creative expression and community connection.
An outdoor arts and heritage festival in downtown Pack Square Park with local makers, handmade goods, and community culture on display. Browse vendor booths, soak up Asheville history vibes, and mingle in a lively open-air crowd.
An outdoor arts and heritage festival in downtown Pack Square Park with local makers, handmade goods, and community culture on display. Browse vendor booths, soak up Asheville history vibes, and mingle in a lively open-air crowd.
An outdoor arts and heritage festival in downtown Pack Square Park with local makers, handmade goods, and community culture on display. Browse vendor booths, soak up Asheville history vibes, and mingle in a lively open-air crowd.