Sandpoint Idaho Film Fest

Sandpoint Idaho Film Fest Join us October 17-24, 2026 for our inaugural film fest in Sandpoint, Idaho!

The Sandpoint Idaho Film Fest is dedicated to celebrating the art of cinema in all its forms, offering a welcoming and inclusive platform for filmmakers and audiences alike.

🎥 Martini, written by Margaret Renner and directed by Matthew Trezza is an Official Nominee and will be screened during ...
09/02/2026

🎥 Martini, written by Margaret Renner and directed by Matthew Trezza is an Official Nominee and will be screened during our Film Crawl on Saturday, Oct 17 at Matchwood Brewing 🎬

On the last day of filming for an amateur film, a group of filmmakers go through their own personal conflicts to obtain the Martini shot.

CATEGORY: The Next Wave (Student Works)

🎟️ Full schedule coming soon
Sandpointidahofilmfest.org

🎬🍻 SAVE THE DATE: FILM FEST FUNDRAISING PARTY! 🍻🎬Join us September 21 at Matchwood Brewing 5:30pm-9:00pm for a night of ...
09/01/2026

🎬🍻 SAVE THE DATE: FILM FEST FUNDRAISING PARTY! 🍻🎬

Join us September 21 at Matchwood Brewing 5:30pm-9:00pm for a night of films, music, prizes, and good times—all in support of our upcoming film festival!

We’ve got a packed night planned:

🎧 Live DJ set by AnT_EyE
🎟️ Raffle prizes
🤫 Silent auction
🎞️ Film festival trailer reveal
🖼️ Film festival poster reveal
🎥 Short documentary film screening
🍻 Great beer + great people + a great cause

Come raise a glass with us, get a first look at what’s coming to the festival, and help make this year’s celebration of independent film possible.

📅 September 21
📍 Matchwood Brewing
🎬 Film • Music • Community • Fundraising

Bring your friends, grab a beer, enter the raffle, bid on something awesome, and be among the first to see what we’ve been working on.

More details to come!

As always a huge thank you to our sponsors👇

Mattox Farm Productions
The Hive
Panida Theater
Utara Brewing Company
Matchwood Brewing Company
Schweitzer
Dogsmile Adventures
Ethan Murray Fund
Sandpoint Cinemas
Pivo Peaks Alehouse
Idaho Pour Authority
Alpine Shop
The Bank: Barroom & Eatery
Western Pleasure Guest Ranch
Burger Express

🎬The wait is almost over!🎬We’ll be kicking off our film selection announcements soon, and we can’t wait to share the inc...
08/25/2026

🎬The wait is almost over!🎬

We’ll be kicking off our film selection announcements soon, and we can’t wait to share the incredible films joining us for the first annual Sandpoint Idaho Film Fest🍿

Follow along and let us know which films you’re looking forward to seeing the most. Stay tuned… 👀

📍Sandpoint, ID
📆 October 17-24, 2026

As always a huge thank you to our sponsors👇
Mattox Farm Productions
The Hive
Panida Theater
Utara Brewing Company
Matchwood Brewing Company
Schweitzer
Dogsmile Adventures
Ethan Murray Fund
Sandpoint Cinemas
Pivo Peaks Alehouse
Idaho Pour Authority
Alpine Shop
The Bank: Bar-Room & Eatery
Burger ExpressBurger Express

🎬 SAVE THE DATE! 🎬The Sandpoint Idaho Film Fest is October 17–24!Join us for a week of great films, local storytelling, ...
08/20/2026

🎬 SAVE THE DATE! 🎬

The Sandpoint Idaho Film Fest is October 17–24!

Join us for a week of great films, local storytelling, and community connection, including a Film Crawl, party at The Hive, screenings throughout the week, and two final nights at the historic Panida Theater 🍿🎥

More details regarding films, schedules, and tickets coming soon. Stay tuned!

And a huge THANK YOU to our current sponsors for helping make this festival possible. We couldn’t do it without your support! ❤️

The Hive
Utara Brewing Company
Mattox Farm Productions
Ethan Murray Fund
Dogsmile Adventures
Sandpoint Cinemas
Schweitzer
Pivo Peaks Alehouse
Matchwood Brewing Company
Idaho Pour Authority
The Bank: Barroom & Eatery
Burger Express

Hard at work behind the scenes! 🎬🍿 Our team is busy reviewing all of the amazing films submitted to this year’s film fes...
08/13/2026

Hard at work behind the scenes! 🎬🍿 Our team is busy reviewing all of the amazing films submitted to this year’s film fest. Keep an eye on your inbox—notifications will be coming your way within the next week!

And if you’re heading to the Sandpoint Summer Music Series tomorrow, Thursday, Aug. 13, at Farmin Park, come say hi! We’ll have an info booth set up and would love to answer all your questions about the festival.

Stop by, say hello, and let’s talk movies! 🎥✨

If you’re interested in sponsoring or volunteering for the film fest, check out the support page on our website.

It takes a community to bring great stories to the big screen 🎥 Our Film Festival sponsorship opportunities are now avai...
08/06/2026

It takes a community to bring great stories to the big screen 🎥

Our Film Festival sponsorship opportunities are now available, and we’d love to partner with local businesses and organizations who believe in supporting arts, culture, and independent film.

Whether you’re looking to give back, connect with the community, or showcase your business, there’s a sponsorship level for you. Take a look at our sponsorship tiers and see how you can be a part of this year’s festival.

www.sandpointidahofilmfest.org/support or reach out to [email protected]

07/22/2026

Less than 10 days to submit your films 🎬 It’s go time!

If you have any questions you can reach out to us at [email protected]

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Sandpoint, ID
83864

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+12086613857

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