36th Annual Save the Date

The 2023 Virginia Film Festival will be held October 25-29!

Important Dates

Tue September 26, 2023

Program Announced

Fri September 29, 2023

Donor Pre-Sale Begins

Fri October 6, 2023

Tickets On Sale

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More Than Movies

The Virginia Film Festival is more than a five day festival of films. We engage with our local community through monthly events, community collaborations, and more. Sign up for our email list to stay up-to-date with what we offer.

Join the VAFF Community

You're invited to become part of our community! Below are just some of the ways that you can join us and share in the excitement of Virginia Film Festival.

  • Become a Donor

    Your support enables us to deliver the very best programming each year. We thank our loyal supporters by offering unique access to events, screenings, artists, and much more!

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  • Sponsor an Event

    Supporting the Film Festival directly aligns your business with a community-focused arts organization that boasts a strong regional and growing national presence.

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  • Volunteer

    Over 300 dedicated volunteers donate their time each year to help us mount and run VAFF. We could not do what we do each year without their tireless help and continued support.

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  • Jobs + Internships

    We hire seasonal positions and host an intensive internship program that give hands-on experience in all aspects of planing and running our festival.

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