56th Nashville Film Festival

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Nashville Film Festival

56th Nashville Film Festival, September 18-24, 2025

The 56th Nashville Film Festival, hosted over seven days from September 18–24, 2025, presents an electrifying celebration of film, music, and culture at some of Nashville’s most iconic arts venues. This year’s festival will showcase nearly 150 of the best new independent films from around the globe, alongside captivating Q&A sessions with filmmakers, dynamic industry panels, unforgettable parties, and plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow creatives and film fans.

The Nashville Film Festival, a week-long celebration of film, music and culture will showcase nearly 150 films on screen across seven days at Regal Green Hills and the Belcourt Theatre. Additional screening and event venues will continue to be announced throughout the summer.

Coinciding with the festival, the highly anticipated Creators Conference will be hosted at the Hilton Nashville Green Hills from September 19-21, 2025. The three-day conference will feature an inspiring lineup of panels with film and music industry professionals alongside networking events designed to educate and connect the creative community. The full slate of additional venues and film programming will be announced later this summer. Local cinephiles and visitors alike are invited to “Discover the Future of Film” at the 56th Nashville Film Festival and embark on a curated journey through the best of new independent film.