By The dates are set.
The Phoenix Film Festival returns for its 26th annual event Thursday, April 9 – Sunday, April 19 at Harkins Scottsdale 101, bringing filmmakers and movie lovers together for another year of standout storytelling, special events, and community celebration.
Originally founded in 2001 by local filmmakers, the Phoenix Film Festival has grown into an 11-day celebration featuring 250+ films, plus filmmaking seminars, parties, and student workshops for more than 15,000 attendees.
Festival favorites will return, including the Party Pavilion, Industry Night, Film Prom, and Kids Day, along with new competition categories for 2026: Music Videos and Deaf Directed Shorts.
Tickets will go on sale starting Friday, March 6.
Single tickets – $19
Flex Pass – $50
Super Flex Pass – $130
Festival Pass – $225
VIP Pass – $300
Platinum Pass – $350
For more information, call 480-513-3195 or go to www.phoenixfilmfestival.com
