Thursday September 25th Launch: Portland Film Festival Lineup Announcement and Ticket Sales Begin

Stay tuned for the full lineup release on Thursday, September 25th. This year’s Festival will be held at the Center for Native Arts + Cultures on SE Belmont and 8th, celebrating the culture and voices of indigenous filmmakers with our independent slate of films from around the world.

đź“… Key Dates:

  • Thursday, September 25th: Full lineup release + ticket sales begin
  • Wednesday, October 1st, 6pm: FREE Sparkling Wine Toast & Filmmaker Reception (open to public) hosted

🎟️ Tickets: $4 advance tickets (thanks to a major donor!) Prices increase day-of-screening

🥂 Special Events:

Filmmaker Reception – Meet filmmakers, free sparkling wine & appetizers

Film Industry Brunch – Workforce presentation featuring Portlandia producer David Cress and Blue Ox production company

Join us October 1-5th to experience independent films from around the world right here in Portland. If you’re unable to pay for screenings, consider volunteering with the Festival – complete four volunteer shifts and you’ll receive a full pass to all the films.



NOW OPEN: Call for Entry Submissions for the 2026 Portland Film Festival

Portland Film Festival red carpet photo with alumni filmmakers


Filmmakers, it’s the moment you’ve all been waiting for. The Portland Film Festival is now accepting submissions for 2026. We are looking for good films with compelling stories. Do you have any suggestions? Please submit your narrative features, documentaries, shorts of all kinds, transmedia, web series, student films, TikToks, Reels, music videos, and more.