NEW ORLEANS FILM FESTIVAL

The 2026 New Orleans Film Festival takes place in-person between October 22-27 and virtually until November 1.

The New Orleans Film Festival (NOFF) presented by Andscape, organized by the New Orleans Film Society, is a renowned celebration of independent filmmaking that has been championing diverse voices and groundbreaking stories for over 37 years. As an Academy Award®-qualifying festival in the categories of Documentary Short, Narrative Short, and Animated Short, NOFF serves as a vital platform for emerging and established filmmakers to showcase their work to global audiences.

Recognized by MovieMaker Magazine as one of the “25 Coolest Film Festivals in the World,” the festival highlights a rich blend of local, national, and international talent, fostering connections within the film industry while embracing New Orleans’ unique cultural vibrancy. During the New Orleans Film Festival, New Orleans shines even brighter as an epicenter of culture and creativity, with 250+ filmmakers from every corner of the world in attendance at 150+ films. We see our greatest impact in the exchange of ideas that occurs when over 12,000 people gather in person over the course of six days to champion film in New Orleans and engage with visionary films, directors, and other film lovers.

“Both filmmaker-focused and audience friendly, NOFF aims to be an incubator for future projects and collaborations. It manages a mentorship program for filmmakers of color that pairs emerging talents with established ones and has been supported by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, the Golden Globe Foundation, HBO, and the National Endowment for the Arts.” Read more here.

“The coolest of cool festivals. I’m always in awe of the curation and quality of films here. Some words I’d use to describe them: poetry, transcendent, heartfelt, impactful, and evocative. The magical spirit of New Orleans permeates the festival in every way. The festival has phenomenal parties, sumptuous cuisine, beautiful event spaces, and the best pitch showcases.” —Katherine Propper. Read more here.

Diversity + Discovery:

Paste Magazine praised the festival for offering “a platform to voices that still fight to be heard.” We honor three vital commitments to filmmakers and to audiences hungry for fresh work with perspectives less often represented on the silver screen:

  • 90% of the films in the festival will come from submissions, ensuring New Orleans Film Festival is a place of discovery where all voices have an opportunity to be heard
  • 50% or more of the films will be helmed by women and gender non-conforming filmmakers
  • 50% or more will be helmed by filmmakers of color

Community + Connectivity:

New Orleans’ unique sense of place informs the festival experience– filmmakers, industry players, and cinephiles experience films and events at pop-up and passionately preserved historic venues, and rub elbows in Hollywood South amidst the strong undercurrent of revelry native to the Crescent City. From the Second Line parade following the opening night film to late-night cocktails, live music in historic mansions, and cinematic Mississippi River views, we hope all leave inspired, with an enduring story to tell and deeper connections to each other and to the art of film.

We believe inspiration isn’t exclusive; New Orleans Film Society works with 50+ partnering non-profit organizations to distribute free tickets and promote free screenings to ensure more New Orleanians of all ages access transformative films during the festival.

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NOFF RETURNS OCTOBER 22rd, 2026!

October 22-27th, 2026 in-person  |  October 22-November 1st, 2026 virtually

  • Film Screenings & Talkbacks: Engage with filmmakers during post-screening Q&A sessions.
  • Filmmakers Conference: Network and discover new talent at these free public events (unless noted otherwise).
  • South Pitch: A recognized NOFS development program that connects emerging filmmakers from the American South with industry leaders to pitch and develop their projects.
  • Virtual Cinema: Enjoy most of the lineup globally via NOFF Virtual Cinema. Note that geo-restrictions and availability vary by film.
  • Parties & Events: Immerse yourself in NOFF’s social scene with themed parties, mixers, and special gatherings at venues across the city.

Passes:

The best way to attend NOFF is with a pass. Passes provide access to a variety of festival events and screenings. Choose between the All Access Pass, the Unlimited Film Package, Student + Teacher Pass, and the Virtual Pass. See all the benefits here!

  • The All Access pass is a physical badge that will be available for pick up closer to the event dates. The pass includes a QR code to scan for priority entry. QR codes can also be accessed electronically at any time from your Eventive account or the New Orleans Film Society app. For convenience, All Access passholders do not book in-person tickets in advance.
  • The Unlimited Film Package and Student + Teacher Pass are delivered as a QR code that you may print at home or access electronically at any time from your Eventive account or the New Orleans Film Society app.
  • Virtual Passes are also delivered electronically, for more information on how to access the Virtual Cinema, see our FAQ.

All Access Passes will be on sale with limited-quantity pricing starting Thursday, June 25th at 12pm

GET THE BEST DEAL AND BUY YOUR PASS NOW!

All other passes will be available for purchase Thursday, September 3rd at 12pm

Please Note: NOFF passes do not include access to the NOFS Gala on October 21. For more information on the Gala, or to purchase a NOFF Pass + Gala Bundle click here.

Tickets:

Standalone tickets for in-person and virtual screenings will be available as well.

NOFS Members get access to tickets first starting September 25th and on sale for the General Public on October 2nd.

Membership Benefits:

New Orleans Film Society Members SAVE at all levels on passes + tickets!

Director’s Circle and Director’s Circle Gold members receive four All Access Passes
Executive Producer’s Circle members receive three All Access Passes
Producer’s Circle members receive two All Access Passes
Scene Stealer members receive two 6 Unlimited Film Packages
Moviegoer and Take Two members enjoy great discounts on passes and tickets!

Reminder: NOFS members must login to their NOFS accounts to receive their member discounts.

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The New Orleans Film Society partners with venues across the city to bring you the 2026 New Orleans Film Festival in the below locations.

Click on each venue to read descriptions and information to help plan your visit.

For more information about accessibility services offered, or to request accommodations, please complete this form or email questions to info@neworleansfilmsociety.org.

LOCATION & PARKING

The CAC is located in the Warehouse District neighborhood at 900 Camp Street, New Orleans. For all Festival events, please enter through the St. Joseph Street entrance directly into the Festival Hub.

Parking is available in paid lots surrounding the CAC, operated by Premium Parking, or on the street through paid meters and apps. Accessible parking is available at several independently operated Premium Parking locations next to the CAC. For pricing and to reserve your spot, explore premiumparking.com. There are also metered parking spaces on Camp Street and the St. Joseph Street side of the CAC. There is bicycle parking in front of the building. (Bikes are not permitted in the venue.)

FACILITIES

The Camp Street entrance is accessible with a drop-off area in front with ramps to the left and to the right of the front of the building. The St. Joseph warehouse and Camp Street warehouse have accessible entrances from the street.

The Black Box Theater has a level approach to the theater doors with 60-inch doorways and pull door handles. Inside, there is a floor-level seating row and then 9 riser steps to additional rows of seating. There are at least four accessible seating options with companion seats adjacent to accessible seats.

The Festival Hub (warehouses) has a smooth-finish concrete floor. A ramp that is 36 inches wide and an elevator lead to the first floor of the CAC.

Chairs throughout the venue are 18 inches wide. The back extends 19 inches from the seat which sits 19 inches from the ground. These chairs are padded with no armrests. Alternative chairs are available upon request.

 

RESTROOMS

There are four accessible public restrooms, two with urinals and stalls, and two with only stalls. Additionally, standard portalets and ADA portalets will be available outside of the Camp Street Warehouse.

AMENITIES

The CAC has no concessions available, though the attached cafe Mr. Wolf Espresso & Books may sell food and drink during some Festival events. 

ACCESSIBILITY

Closed captioning and Assistive Listening Devices may be available by request (with a photo ID). 

Please click here for more information about Festival accessibility or request accommodation by completing this form.

LOCATION & PARKING

The Broad Theater is located in the Tremé neighborhood at 636 N Broad St, New Orleans.

Limited parking is available in a surface lot at the front door with accessible spots, with recommended parking in The Broadside lot (across the street) and street parking throughout the neighborhood. There is a bicycle rack in the parking lot. (Bikes are not permitted in the venue.)

FACILITIES

There is a level approach to the front door with 72-inch doorways and pull door handles. Inside, there are four steps up or a 64-inch wide ramp to the theater doors with 42-inch doorways and pull door handles. Theater 1 has two small steps or a 36-inch wide ramped entrance.

In Theater 1, there are at least two accessible seating options. These options have a level approach and are 66 inches wide by 48 inches deep. In Theater 4, there are at least four accessible seating options. These options have a level approach and are 36 inches wide by 48 inches deep. There are companion seats adjacent to accessible seats in both theaters.

The permanent chairs are 18 inches wide. The back extends 29 inches from the seat which sits 17 inches from the ground. The armrests are adjustable. Alternative chairs without armrests are available upon request.

RESTROOMS

There are two accessible public restrooms, one with urinals and stalls, and the other with only stalls. Please note: in the restroom with urinals and stalls, the approach to the largest stall is angled and 34 inches wide. There are no private restrooms available.

 

AMENITIES

The Broad Theater sells food and drink (including alcoholic beverages) available for Festival attendees to purchase.

ACCESSIBILITY

Closed captioning and Assistive Listening Devices may be available by request (with a photo ID). 

Please click here for more information about Festival accessibility or request accommodation by completing this form.



LOCATION & PARKING

Prytania Theatre Uptown is located in the Uptown neighborhood at 5339 Prytania St, New Orleans.

Street parking is available throughout the neighborhood. Accessible parking, including assisted arrival and departure, may be arranged by request. There is street bicycle parking throughout the neighborhood. (Bikes are not permitted in the venue.)

FACILITIES

Please note: Prytania Theatre Uptown is a historic theater that may present challenges to Festival attendees using mobility devices. We apologize for these challenges and will have trained staff available for assistance.

The entrance to Prytania Theatre Uptown is partially covered. There are two steps to the front door with two 60-inch doorways and pull door handles. Inside, there are multiple steps up and down to arrive at the theater doors with 36-inch doorways and pull door handles. Trained NOFF staff can escort attendees through an alternative entrance with a level approach to a theater door with a 40-inch doorway and pull door handles.

The theater seating is in two sections: a sloping floor section and a balcony, accessible by a lobby staircase with 18 steps. There are at least two accessible seating options in the floor section. These options have a slightly ramped approach and 48-inch width and 48-inch depth. There are companion seats adjacent to these accessible seats.

The permanent chairs are 18 inches wide. The back extends 24 inches from the seat which sits 15 inches from the ground. The armrests are stationary. Alternative chairs without armrests are available upon request. 

RESTROOMS

There are two public restrooms with 30.5-inch wide doors which do not meet ADA requirements. One has urinals and stalls, and the other only stalls. There are no private restrooms available. We are working on bathroom solutions for all patrons and invite your feedback to info@neworleansfilmsociety.org.

AMENITIES

Prytania Theatre Uptown sells food and drink (including alcoholic beverages) available for Festival attendees to purchase.

ACCESSIBILITY

Depending on the program, closed captioning and Assistive Listening Devices may be available by request (with a photo ID). Films with closed captions will be noted in the online Film Guide. 

Please click here for more information about Festival accessibility or request accommodation by completing this form.

Please join us in embracing our community guidelines at all Festival events by:
  • Acknowledging with gratitude the land we occupy as the colonized Indigenous space known as Bulbancha
  • Sustaining authentic relationships with our neighbors, especially the Afro-descendent communities that continually shape New Orleans
  • Including people equitably of every race, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, ability, sexual orientation, nationality, religion, age, physical appearance, language, citizenship, and socioeconomic status
  • Protecting each other’s health by staying home when sick
  • Treating others with dignity and respect, especially Festival volunteers and staff implementing Festival policies and procedures
  • Enjoying alcohol and other refreshments responsibly and mindfully

We will not permit:

  • Disruptive behavior of any kind that interferes with Festival events
  • Use of personal electronics during Festival screenings, especially cell phones and unauthorized recording devices
  • Non-compliance with the direction of Festival staff and volunteers regarding Festival policies and procedures
  • Verbal or physical harassment, including abusive language and gestures, threats, cursing, or sexual language directed at others
  • Any form of discrimination or harassment, including, but not limited to, racism, homophobia, transphobia, ableism, sexism, or body shaming
  • Using firearms or other dangerous weapons in Festival spaces to intimidate or harm volunteers, staff, or attendees

By purchasing a ticket or entering Festival event spaces, you agree to join us in this Code of Conduct. If you are found to be in violation of these agreements, you may be removed from events by a designated staff member. If you witness or experience a violation of these agreements, we encourage you to report the incident anonymously via this form or send an email to info@neworleansfilmsociety.org.

By entering Festival event spaces, you consent to photography and recording (audio and video) and its release, publication, exhibition, or reproduction to be used for news, webcasts, promotional purposes, telecasts, advertising, inclusion on websites, social media, or any other purpose by NOFS and its affiliates and representatives.

HOW TO FEST

The 37th Annual New Orleans Film Festival presented by Andscape takes place in-person October 22-27 across various venues in New Orleans. To attend:

  1. Purchase Passes or Tickets: Passes currently for purchase will be available here. Standalone tickets will be on sale for NOFS Members on September 25th at 12pm and on sale for the General Public on October 2nd at 12pm
  2. Check the Schedule: View the festival schedule here and find out where and when events are happening.
  3. Attend the Festival: Head to the listed venues in New Orleans on the specified dates. Note that some films and events may have age restrictions; check the Film Guide for details.
  4. Additional Options: If you can’t make it in person, many films will be available through NOFF Virtual Cinema globally, though some screenings might be geo-restricted.
  5. Free events: There will also be free events and panel discussions throughout the Festival dates.

 

Passes vs. Tickets:

  • Passes: Passes provide access to a variety of festival events and screenings. All Access Passes, Unlimited Film Packages, Student + Teacher Passes, and Virtual Passes are available for purchase. All Access Passholders enjoy priority entry and do not need to book individual tickets. Simply pick up your physical pass before attending events and scan the QR code for entry. For Unlimited Film Packages and Student + Teacher Passholders, use the QR code from your NOFF Eventive account on your device or a screenshot for entry.
  • Tickets: Tickets are for single screenings and events. Tickets will be available for purchase for the General Public on October 2nd and for members September 25th. NOFF does not print physical tickets, please show your ticket on your mobile device, via screenshot, or as a printed copy for scanning at entry.

Venue Box Offices open one hour prior to the day’s first screening and close one hour after the last screening begins. Cash and checks will not be accepted. Please be prepared to pay with a debit or credit card, or Apple/Google Pay via smartphone. Customer Service is available 11am-7pm during NOFF (Oct 22-27). 

The 37th Annual New Orleans Film Festival will be held at a variety of exciting venues across New Orleans. This year, we’re thrilled to showcase films and host events at:

  • The NOFF Hub at the Contemporary Arts Center: Accessible through the back entrance on St. Joseph Street, the NOFF Hub will feature film screenings at The Black Box and The Warehouse Theaters, Cinema Reset, free events, panel discussions, and special programming for filmmakers.
  • The Broad Theater
  • The Uptown Prytania Theatre

Visit the Venues tab for more information.

NOFF is open to all guests aged 18 and older due to some adult content. Films that are suitable for all ages will be marked with a “All Ages” tag in our online Film Guide. Please check the guide for detailed information on each film’s content.

If you are not going to use your pass or ticket, and have paid for it, it can be transferred through your account to a friend using their email address by logging into your account and selecting “My Passes” or “My Tickets” then Manage. Transfer the pass by entering the email address of the person you are giving the pass. 

If you have purchased tickets or passes for events  you can not attend, please consider your purchase as a donation to the New Orleans Film Society.

Passes and tickets are otherwise non-refundable. All sales are final. Should a screening be canceled by NOFF, your ticket will be transferred to view the film online at your leisure. If the film isn’t screening in the Virtual Cinema, we will allow you to select another in-person screening to attend.

Instructions for guests to transfer a pass: 

Step 1 – Log in to nofs.eventive.org

Step 2 – Select My passes from the top right menu. 

Step 3: Click the gear to the right of SHOW BARCODE.

Step 4: Select Transfer Pass.

Step 5: Enter the email of the person receiving the pass.

At this time, the recipient will get an email prompting them to accept the pass.

Step 1: Click the link in the email. 

Step 2: Accept the pass transfer.

Follow the same instructions using “My Tickets” for individual screening tickets.

Yes. All customer payment information is submitted securely to our payment processor, Stripe, using the most stringent, PCI Level 1 compliant security protocols.  Eventive stores customer credit card details securely, and the festival staff does not have access to your credit card information. You may request that your payment information be unlinked from your account by choosing the “account settings” link at the upper right while logged in and viewing the New Orleans Film Society organization page.

If advance tickets to a screening are unavailable, a Rush Line will form in a designated location at the venue half an hour before the scheduled screening. Any available seats will be released on a first-come, first-served basis to those in line, 10 minutes prior to showtime. All Access Passholders receive priority entry before the Rush Line. 

If you need assistance before the festival we are available via phone at 504-309-6633, and email at info@neworleansfilmsociety.org. You can also use the Contact Us Chatbox on our website (bottom right corner).

During NOFF (October 22-27) Customer Service will be available daily from 11am-7pm.

If you need help after these hours, please email info@neworleansfilmsociety.org and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

HOW TO FEST (VIRTUALLY)

You can enjoy NOFF virtually through our NOFF Virtual Cinema. Here’s how to access it:

  • Virtual Passes: Available for purchase soon!
  • Other Passes: The All Access Pass, Unlimited Film Package, and Student + Teacher Pass also include access to the NOFF Virtual Cinema.
  • Individual Tickets: Available for purchase closer to the festival.

Yes!

You can connect your computer to your TV or another external monitor via a HDMI cable.

If you have an Apple TV, Fire TV or Roku device, you can use the dedicated Eventive app for these platforms after booking your ticket online.

If you have Chromecast, you can cast the film from Chrome on your computer or Android phone. If Chromecasting, you must have a 3rd generation or later Chromecast stick.

Please Note: Due to content protection restrictions, the Screen Mirroring feature on Smart TVs and other devices cannot be used. Many browsers built into Smart TVs and other devices will NOT allow protected content to play.

 

Content can be watched on PCs running Windows 7, Windows 8.1 or Windows 10, and Intel-based Macs running macOS 10.12+. You can also watch films on Android tablets and phones using Chrome, and on iPhones and iPads using Safari.

Supported browsers: Google Chrome, Firefox, Microsoft Edge, Opera. We recommend using the latest version of your browser. Internet Explorer is not supported.

To watch on an iPhone or iPad, use Safari on iOS 11.2 or later.

Important note: Due to content protection restrictions, the Screen Mirroring feature cannot be used. Additionally, HDMI or other video dongles cannot be connected to your device. Instead, use AirPlay or our dedicated TV app to watch on your TV.

To watch using an Android device, use Chrome on Android 6.0 or later. 

To Chromecast from a mobile Android device:

Make sure your mobile phone or tablet is on the same Wi-Fi network as your Chromecast device. Tap the “Cast” icon in the lower right hand corner of the player. If no icon appears, this means casting is not supported on your device.

To Chromecast from computer:

Open the content in the Google Chrome browser. Click the “Cast” icon in the lower right hand corner of the player. If no icon appears, this means casting is not supported on your device.

To check the compatibility of your device, please click here.

Please click here for troubleshooting more detailed tech questions. 

To purchase and or use tickets and/or passes, you will be required to create an account in Eventive. You will need to log in to this account to access your tickets and passes, so hold on to this information!

Tickets will be sent to the email address attached to your account.

When you purchase a ticket you will also receive a confirmation email that includes information about when your selected program will be available for viewing and a link to open it up.

You will need to be logged into your Eventive account to watch the film. Navigate to the virtual film page and click the “Watch Now” button. 

If you are not logged in to your Eventive account, the button will read “Unlock Now”. Simply log-in using the pop-out or the button in the top right corner of the page and proceed to Menu. 

UNLOCK WINDOW : 10 days 

WATCH WINDOW: 48 hours

When you unlock a virtual screening, you will have the “unlock window” duration to begin watching. Once they start watching (i.e., click “Play”), you will have the “watch window” duration to play the content. 

Information coming soon.

In select cases, NOFS distributes discount codes through community partners to provide access to the festival.

If you have a code, select the film you want to watch and click “Unlock Now”. It will say Unlock ”Film Title”. Below that it will say “Have a Discount Code.” Click that and input your discount code. The cost will change according to the code. Proceed to sign in to Eventive or create an account, if you do not already have one, and then enjoy the film.

NOFF partners with filmmakers to enable closed captioning for their programs whenever possible.
Films with closed captions will be noted in the online Film Guide.

VIRTUAL PASS – Think of it as a virtual badge. You will use it to unlock virtual programs before and during the festival.  

GEO-BLOCK – On rare occasions, the festival will be asked to limit the audience of a given program to a specific geographic area. Should a program be geo-blocked, it will be noted in the home page for the presentation and will also be found on the watch page of the virtual festival in the Geo-Blocked section.

AVAILABILITY WINDOW – This is the time frame during which a program is available.

UNLOCK WINDOW – This is the time frame one has after unlocking a program to begin watching it.

WATCH WINDOW – Once a program is unlocked, the watch window is the amount of time one has to view the program.

All scheduled program times are listed in Central Standard Time.

Live Chat Support from Eventive and additional technical troubleshooting resources are available through Eventive by clicking “Need Help?” in the top right corner of your browser window. Or by visiting https://watch.eventive.org/help. This feature is monitored by Eventive technicians and available 9am-11:59pm CST 7 days a week, with limited support outside these hours as well. If you need to reach a member of the NOFF team, please see Customer Service Availability. 

HOW DO I ENABLE ACCESSIBILITY OPTIONS?
  1. Hover the cursor over the video you are currently watching to make the video controls visible.
  2. On the bottom right, click on the sprocket icon.
  3. Click on the subtitles button and select English to enable on-screen captions. Click on Audio Track and select Audio Description to enable Audio Descriptions.

Note: If a film is in a language other than English and has subtitled burned into the image, you do not have to enable subtitles or captions. 

We are aiming to have every film supported with captions and encouraging filmmakers to create audio descriptions.

INTERNET SPEEDS

For any device, you will need a robust and reliable internet connection. Check your internet speed by running a speed test. The minimum recommended bandwidth for streaming is 5 Mbps download speed. For 1080p quality we recommend a minimum of 8 Mbps download speed. 

The New Orleans Film Festival is working toward equitable access to our programming. Available accessibility services, by event, will be listed in the online Film Guide.

To request accommodation for specific Festival events, please complete this form. For more information about particular programs, or questions about services not described, please email info@neworleansfilmsociety.org.

CAPTIONING & AMPLIFICATION

NOFF partners with filmmakers to enable closed captioning for their programs whenever possible using personal caption devices, available by request (with a photo ID) at some of our venues. Films with closed captions will be noted in the online Film Guide.

Assistive Listening Devices, which amplify program sound through headphones or hearing aids, are available by request (with a photo ID) at some of our venues.

Some programs are equipped with Descriptive Audio Tracks that provide narration through Assistive Listening Devices.

At this time, some theaters may not accommodate these accessibility devices, but films will feature open captions (on-screen) whenever possible.

PRINT & LANGUAGE OPTIONS

All foreign-language films are screened with English subtitles. Films with subtitles will be noted in the online Film Guide.

NOFF can arrange American Sign Language interpreters by request at no cost to you. Two weeks’ notice is strongly preferred.

Large-print Program Guides are available by request at no cost to you at each of the Festival venues.

PHYSICAL ACCOMMODATIONS

All Festival venues are accessible to attendees using mobility devices, and accessible (ADA) seating is available for all Festival events by request.

With the exception of the Prytania Theatre Uptown, each venue has accessible restrooms and Festival attendees are invited to use the restroom that best suits their needs. In some venues, private restrooms are available.

Working service animals, such as guide dogs, are welcome to accompany Festival attendees. We are unable to accommodate pets or emotional support animals.

QUESTIONS & REQUESTS

To request accommodation for specific Festival events, including accessible seating or other accommodations including discounted companion tickets, please complete this form.

Detailed descriptions of our Festival venues, including accessibility features, restroom options, and seating specifications, will be added to our website as the Festival approaches.

For more information about particular programs, or questions about services not described, please email info@neworleansfilmsociety.org.