Nashville Film Festival

The Nashville Film Festival is a week-long celebration of independent cinema, live performances, and creative culture happening this September. Run by a nonprofit organization, the festival brings together over 150 films from filmmakers around the world, presented at Nashville's premier arts venues. Alongside screenings, you'll find filmmaker Q&A sessions, industry panels, special events, and parties—plenty of opportunities to connect with other film enthusiasts and creative professionals. Whether you're a serious cinephile or just looking for a fun cultural outing, there's something for different interests here. Tickets are already available for purchase. If you think you'll attend multiple events or want special perks like early ticket access and discounts on future screenings, the festival also offers membership options. NashFilm, the organization behind the festival, has been a Nashville institution since 1969 and uses festival proceeds to support year-round community programs, including film education for local students.