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Ashland Independent Film Festival

Feature Length Documentaries, Short Documentaries, Feature Length Narrative Films, Short Narrative Films, Animation, Student Films, Local Films
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26th Festival: April 15 - April 18, 2027

Our Mission: To celebrate the diversity of human experiences through the art of independent film by enriching, educating, and inspiring all audiences. Founded in 2001, the Ashland Independent Film Festival (AIFF) screens films at the intimate art-deco Varsity Theatre and the AIFF Film Center with special events at the Ashland Springs Hotel, ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum, and throughout Ashland.

09/04/2026

Our friends at Big Dog Studio (John Pugh) are hosting a Movie Night! Here's what you need to know... 😎

Taking place this Saturday at 8:30 p.m., join Big Dog Studio for an extra special screening of Rocky Horror Picture Show. Stranded during a storm, sweethearts Brad and Janet discover the eerie mansion of Dr. Frank-N-Furter (Tim Curry), a fabulous mad scientist. Invited inside for a bizarre rock ’n’ roll night, all innocence is lost...

Big Dog Studio is located at 255 Helman Street 1C/D in Ashland. Donations are encouraged and snacks are welcome. Don't miss out!

09/02/2026

SHOW US WHAT YOU GOT! 🎬

Our Call for Entries for our 2027 Spring Film Festival are OPEN! What do we especially love to see in a film? We love authenticity. We love a story that sticks with you - that sparks curiosity, passion, and hope. We love a great edit. We love innovation and works that stretch our ways of seeing. We love the underdog. We love surprises. We love excellence in composition, pacing, and a well crafted arc. We love a great reveal...

Our Early Bird Deadline is Thursday, October 1. For more information regarding our Call for Entries, please visit www.ashlandfilm.org/submissions. We can't wait to see what you have been up to!

08/31/2026

The Hole Story is coming to... THE VARSITY THEATRE!

Screened during our 2025 Spring Film Festival, The Hole Story is an award-winning local documentary film about a mysterious sixty-foot hole discovered on Mount Shasta, directed by Elijah Sullivan. Recently highlighted on the Jefferson Exchange on Jefferson Public Radio, the documentary begins as an investigation into the hole, but expands into an exploration of Mount Shasta’s culture and the myths that surround the mountain.

The Hole Story will begin screening at the Varsity Theatre on Friday, September 18 at 7:15 p.m. with a Q+A that night. Congratulations, Elijah!

https://bit.ly/4iECPKw

08/28/2026

Pssst... Call for Entries for our 2027 Spring Film Festival OPEN NEXT WEEK!

Filmmakers, grab a pen and paper or whatever you use to keep track of all of your important dates and deadlines and MARK THESE ONES! Recognized twice as one of the '25 Coolest Film Festivals in the World' and twice for 'Film Festivals Worth the Entry Fee' by MovieMaker Magazine, and now on FilmFreeway's very own 'Trailblazers List', we have always been known for our warm hospitality and the exceptional quality of our programming, a festival beloved by both filmmakers and audiences alike.

Call for Entries will open on Tuesday, September 1, and our 2027 Spring Film Festival will take place from Thursday, April 15 to Sunday, April 18. For more information regarding our Call for Entries, please visit www.ashlandfilm.org/submissions.

08/26/2026

Big Congrats to the Digital Cinema Program (Digital Cinema at SOU) at Southern Oregon University!

MovieMaker Magazine has listed them in the 'Best Film Schools 2026'! The Digital Cinema Program does so much for us during our Annual Spring Film Festivals, and we are beyond thankful for them. Kudos to the students, faculty, staff, and visiting professionals who share their time and mentorship to make the Digital Cinema Program what it is.

www.moviemaker.com/best-film-schools-us-and-canada-2026

THREE YEARS IN A ROW! Congrats!

08/24/2026

SAVE THE DATE! 🤩

We are beyond thrilled to share that the 26th Annual Ashland Independent Film Festival will take place from Thursday, April 15 to Sunday, April 18, 2027 in Downtown Ashland. Buckle up for another fantastic year of remarkable independent filmmaking. As we begin to plan this year's fest, we cannot wait to continue sharing more details with YOU!

Stay tuned for an announcement regarding our call for entries, coming soon...

08/21/2026

Call for Volunteer Screeners!

Our volunteer screeners are essential to what we do. Screeners watch and review films from our submission pool, helping to shape our eventual program. If you’d like to either join our volunteer screening team, or return as a veteran screener, then please fill out the application below.

And, stay tuned for the announcement of dates for our 2027 Spring Film Festival, coming soon... WE 🖤 OUR VOLUNTEERS!

https://bit.ly/45DljPk

08/19/2026

Mary Oliver: Saved by the Beauty of the World is PREMIERING on Southern Oregon PBS!

Screened during our 2026 Spring Film Festival, come and celebrate the life and legacy of Mary Oliver, a Pulitzer-Prize winning poet. Through more than thirty collections of poetry and essays, Mary inspired generations with her reflections on nature, beauty, and love. Mary Oliver: Saved by the Beauty of the World will premiere on American Masters on Southern Oregon PBS on Tuesday, August 25, at 9:00 p.m.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to experience this awesome film or enjoy it again right from the comfort of your own home!

08/17/2026

Mark Your Calendars for the Klamath Adventure Film Festival!

Our friends in Klamath Falls (Discover Klamath) have an awesome slate of films lined up. From world class fly fishing and jaw dropping climbing, to powerful stories of women's adventure and life beneath the waves, each film will leave you inspired to get outside and explore. Here's what you need to know...

🍿 Dates: Thursday, August 20 to Saturday, August 22
🍿 Location: Various Venues in Klamath Falls
🍿 Other: One Ticket = Access to Four Films

Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast, a weekend adventurer, or simply love incredible storytelling, this is something that you won't want to miss. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit www.healthyklamath.com/kaff2026.

08/13/2026

The Hole Story is PREMIERING in MOUNT SHASTA!

Screened during our 2025 Spring Film Festival, The Hole Story is an award-winning local documentary film about a mysterious sixty-foot hole discovered on Mount Shasta. Directed by Elijah Sullivan, the film blends local lore, community speculation, conspiracy, and a coming-of-age narrative to explore the social and ecological consequences of the discovery. And, due to popular demand, Mt Shasta Cinemas has added a couple more days to experience this incredible film. If you're in the area this weekend, be sure to check it out.

Congratulations, Elijah! We 🖤 Our Filmmakers!

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389 East Main Street/PO Box 218
Ashland, OR
97520

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Tuesday	12pm - 2pm
Wednesday	12pm - 2pm
Thursday	12pm - 2pm

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