19th Annual Bushwick Film Festival · October 7–11, 2026 · Brooklyn, NY

2026 Special Events

Beyond the screenings, the Bushwick Film Festival brings filmmakers, audiences, and industry professionals together for five days of celebrations, conversations, and one-of-a-kind festival experiences.

Opening Night

Date
Wed, Oct. 7
Time
6:30–11 PM
Venue
Lot 45

Kick off the 19th Annual Bushwick Film Festival with our Opening Night celebration featuring filmmakers, special guests, press, music, and the official start of five days of independent film in Brooklyn.

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Made in NY Industry Panel + Connections Mixer

Date
Thu, Oct. 8
Time
5–7 PM
Venue
Boerum Studios
Access
Festival passholders

A conversation exploring creative careers and opportunities in New York City, followed by a networking mixer connecting filmmakers, creatives, and industry professionals.

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Film Trivia & Game Night

Date
Fri, Oct. 9
Time
7:30–10 PM
Venue
The Tiny Cupboard
Access
Festival pass or ticket holders

Put your movie knowledge to the test at Bushwick Film Festival’s Film Trivia, a fun festival-week gathering for filmmakers, film lovers, and friends.

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Hear Me Out: Pints & PowerPoints

Date
Sat, Oct. 10
Time
6–8 PM
Venue
Eckhart Beer Co.

A lively evening of rapid-fire five-minute presentations where festival guests take the floor to share a project, obsession, rabbit hole, funny theory, or unexpected area of expertise.

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Saturday Night Social

Date
Sat, Oct. 10
Time
8 PM–12 AM
Venue
New York Distilling Co.
Access
Festival pass or ticket holders

Keep festival Saturday going with an evening social bringing filmmakers, guests, and the BFF community together after a full day of screenings and events.

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Festival Awards Night

Date
Sun, Oct. 11
Time
6:30–9:30 PM
Venue
Lovejoys
Access
Festival pass and ticket holders only

Celebrate the filmmakers and projects recognized by the 2026 Bushwick Film Festival jury as we close out the 19th annual festival and five days of independent cinema in Brooklyn.

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Make Time for Your Dreams

Join us October 7–11 for nearly 100 films, filmmaker conversations, industry programming, and special events across Brooklyn.

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