Experience THE 2026 Cambria Film Festival
What to Expect
2026 Schedule - Online Now!
What to Expect
The Cambria Film Festival is an annual event showcasing the best in independent cinema from around the world. Our mission is to celebrate diversity and creativity in filmmaking, and to provide a platform for emerging and established filmmakers to showcase their work.
Passes
2026 Schedule - Online Now!
What to Expect
Passes for the 2026 Cambria Film Festival are on sale now!
We offer the following passes:
- All-Access Pass: allows one person to attend all live film screenings and evening receptions.
- Film Buff Pass: allows one person to attend all live film screenings.
- 6 Film Pack: allows one person to attend 6 live screenings
2026 Schedule - Online Now!
2026 Schedule - Online Now!
2026 Schedule - Online Now!
Our festival runs for 5 days, from Wednesday to Sunday, and features over 90 films in various categories, including narrative features, documentaries, shorts, student films, and animation. Check out our schedule to plan your viewing experience and make the most of our festival.
Special Events
Special Events
2026 Schedule - Online Now!
In addition to film screenings, we also offer various special events, such as Film Talks with filmmakers, after film Q&A's, and networking events. These events provide opportunities for filmmakers and film enthusiasts to connect and exchange ideas.
Venues
Special Events
Get Involved
Our festival takes place at the Cambria Center for the Arts. Our main theater, seats 100. This beautiful venue has been a staple of the local arts scene for several years, and provides the perfect setting for our festival. We also have 2 additional theatres at the center and Moonstone Cellars in Cambria hosts screenings for the festival as well.
Get Involved
Special Events
Get Involved
We are always looking for volunteers and sponsors to help make our festival a success. If you are interested in getting involved, please click the "Volunteer" button below to learn more about our opportunities.
Welcome to the Cambria Film Festival!
We are proud to be entering our 9th year!
Nestled on the central coast of California halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles, Cambria is a unique, relaxed, and intimate seaside getaway destination with a deep fondness for the arts.
CFF celebrates the art of independent filmmaking!
2026 Festival Special Events!
awards night
FAMILY FILMs (new for 2026!)
student films
Saturday, February 7th
Reception 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Awards Presentation 8:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Awards Reception & Presentation Event. Join us as we celebrate the films and filmmakers of the 2026 Cambria Film Festival at our 9th Annual Awards Reception! Wear your best and enjoy a wine reception sponsored by Parr Collective and amazing hors d'oeuvres from Robin's Restaurant before the Awards Ceremony. Who will take home the prize this year?
student films
FAMILY FILMs (new for 2026!)
student films
Thursday, February 5th 4:00 pm (CCAT)
Friday, February 6th, 7:00 pm (Moonstone Cellars)
The Cambria Film Festival is again proud to host our annual Emerging Filmmaker Competition! Enjoy these incredible short films that inspire, entertain, and challenge our perspectives - all created by talented student filmmakers from incredible student filmmaking programs worldwide.
FAMILY FILMs (new for 2026!)
FAMILY FILMs (new for 2026!)
FAMILY FILMs (new for 2026!)
Friday, February 6th 12:00 pm
Saturday, February 7th 12:00 pm
Sunday, February 8th 12:00 pm
We are proud to present our first-ever Family Film Block - a curation of short films that are designed especially for our younger viewers and those who are young at heart. This showcase features family-friendly films and is FREE and open to the community. Get ready for a wild ride with everything from mischievous cats to a surfing tortoise named Dennis! These films will tickle your funny bone and bring joy to your day. Come join the excitement!
film talks
FAMILY FILMs (new for 2026!)
Thursday, February 5th 12:00 pm
Friday, February 6th 12:00 pm
Saturday, February 7th 12:00 pm
Returning again this year is our ongoing series of Lunchtime Film Talks. These talks focus on what goes on behind the scenes of your favorite films, hosted by working industry professionals offering an exciting glimpse into movie magic! The talks are FREE and open to the community. Feel free to bring your lunch or pre-order a delicious wrap from the Cambria favorite, The Spot by clicking the button below, and come join the excitement!
LATE NITE CINEMA
LATE NITE CINEMA
Friday, February 6th 9:30 pm
(Late Nite - Hosted by Filmmaker Jeff Wallace with special Q&As)
Encore -Saturday, February 7th, 4:00 pm
Returning again this year, we are proud to present the 2026 version of Late Nite Cinema - a curation of short films that are designed to thrill, chill, and showcase everything that goes “bump” in the night. From historic hauntings to uncanny incidents, these films are sure to send a chill down your spine. Join the fun - if you dare!
Cambria Film Festival 2026
that's a wrap!
Thank you to everyone who attended our 2026 festival! It was truly amazing!
Here is why you should make your plans now to attend our 2027 festival!
Nestled on the central coast of California halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles, Cambria is a unique, relaxed, and intimate seaside getaway destination with a deep fondness for the arts.
Our love of film knows no bounds, and CFF aims to celebrate the art of independent filmmaking and storytelling, accepting submissions from all genres for consideration in our festival.
Showcasing feature, short, student, and genre films from all around the world, our selections have kept our dedicated audience coming back year after year.
Cambria Film Festival 2026 Special Events
CFF Mini Film Fest 9/19/26
CFF Mini Film Fest 9/19/26
CFF Mini Film Fest 9/19/26
Join us in kicking off our 10th Anniversary celebration on September 19th, 2026, at our One-Day Mini Film Festival! This special event will give you a taste of everything that makes our festival unforgettable, featuring three curated blocks of standout films from past festivals.
Purchase an All-Access Pass for the full experience, including two daytime film blocks, a light reception featuring delicious food and wine, followed by a special feature film presentation.
This mini-fest will showcase the creativity, heart, and exceptional storytelling that have become the hallmark of the festival, leaving you excited for the 10th Cambria Film Festival, February 3–7, 2027!
Rocky Horror 10/9/26
CFF Mini Film Fest 9/19/26
CFF Mini Film Fest 9/19/26
Join the Cambria Film Festival for a wildly entertaining special event with an outdoor screening of The Rocky Horror Picture Show on Friday, October 9, 2026, at Parr Collective!
Whether you're a lifelong fan or a first-timer, this is your chance to sing along, laugh out loud, and do the Time Warp again!
Don't dream it. Be it.
The Book of Life 11/14/26
CFF Mini Film Fest 9/19/26
The Book of Life 11/14/26
Bring the whole family for a magical evening of film and culture as we present a special screening of The Book of Life on Saturday, November 14, 2026.
Filled with colorful animation, unforgettable music, and a heartwarming story about family, friendship, and following your dreams, The Book of Life is a celebration of love, courage, and the rich traditions of Día de los Muertos. It's a film that delights children while offering meaningful moments for audiences of all ages.