Virginia Black
Film Festival:

Celebrate Black Stories

February 19-22, 2026, VIRGINIA

Held at the historic Kimball Theatre in Colonial Williamsburg, the Virginia Black Film Festival celebrates its third year as a partnership with Visit Williamsburg.  The event will feature dozens of films in competition, accomplished guest speakers, celebrity guests, and a Gala Awards Show, all designed to make Black filmmakers and Black entrepreneurs more visible and accessible to the community and to each other.

The theme of the event is “Black Excellence; Past, Present, & Future” part of the city’s celebration of Black History Month. 2026 is the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding and Virginia is the  nucleus of these events.  VBFF 2026 will celebrate the essential role that African Americans played in the origin of the nation and the critical importance of telling stories that represent the culture in a positive and authentic way. Exceptional films will be showcased and awarded in multiple categories, including special subcategories for historically significant films

SPONSORS

Countdown is On!

OUR PURPOSE

To Honor And Propel black cinema’s legacy

Free Family Fun!

Meet like-minded creatives and enthusiasts, discover mentors, and learn insider tips!

Breakout Films

See the best in Black cinema before major networks release them!

Your Time to Shine

Shine with the stars at the VBFF charity awards gala!

Countdown is On!

June 19-22, 2025, HAMPTON, VIRGINIA