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Festival Week Overview

Below is a look at what’s happening during the 18th BFF Week! The official film program drops September 1st and passes are available now. Want a heads-up when the full lineup goes live? Sign up for our mailing list to stay in the loop.

Opening Night

7:00PM - 10:00PM

Opening Night Reception welcoming 100 indie filmmakers, celebrating arts & culture in Brooklyn, and kicking off a vibrant festival week.

Thurs

Festival Hub

12PM - 5PM

is a vibrant space where filmmakers, industry professionals, and festival pass holders can connect, network, relax, and enjoy coffee, snacks, and panels featuring successful entertainment professionals.

Screenings

1PM - 10PM

A Full day of Shorts and Feature film screenings at Williamsburg Cinemas, featuring a diverse lineup of emerging filmmakers.

Program Available Sept 1.

Special Event

12:00 - 2:00PM

Awards and Closing Reception

Join us as we celebrate this year’s standout films and filmmakers with music, drinks, and a stylish close to the festival.

Award Screenings

3PM - 9PM

The final day of BFF features all award-winning films at Williamsburg Cinemas — plus a special surprise and toast to close it out.

Program Available Sept 1.

Special Event

Comedy Night

A mix of up-and-coming and seasoned comedians for a lively night of stand-up, laughs, and good energy.

Fri


Festival Hub

12PM - 5PM

is a vibrant space where filmmakers, industry professionals, and festival pass holders can connect, network, relax, and enjoy coffee, snacks, and panels featuring successful entertainment professionals.

Screenings

1PM - 10PM

A Full day of Shorts and Feature film screenings at Williamsburg Cinemas, featuring a diverse lineup of emerging filmmakers.

Program Available Sept 1.

Special Event

Bushwick Crawl

Explore Bushwick’s best spots for food, drinks, music and fun. @Various locations

Sat

Festival Hub

12PM - 5PM

is a vibrant space where filmmakers, industry professionals, and festival pass holders can connect, network, relax, and enjoy coffee, snacks, and panels featuring successful entertainment professionals.

Screenings

1PM - 10PM

A Full day of Shorts and Feature film screenings at Williamsburg Cinemas, featuring a diverse lineup of emerging filmmakers.

Program Available Sept 1.

Sun

Say Yes to Movie Night.