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Dates & Times
September 16 - September 19, 2026
Location
507 Chestnut St.
Highlands, NC 28741
Contact
filmfestival@highlandsperformingarts.com
(828) 526-9047 ext. 5
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Celebrate the art of storytelling at the 2nd annual Highlands-Cashiers Film Festival. Born from a shared love of film, creativity and community, this annual festival brings together filmmakers, media artists and audiences from around the world for an engaging in-person experience that sparks conversation and connection through powerful storytelling.
Weekend highlights include the Black and White Masquerade and competition feature films submitted from around the world. The festival is supported by volunteers and benefits the Performing Arts Center. The festival will be showing eight competition feature films, including the 2026 Sundance winner, "Hold Onto Me."
To view the full schedule along with access weekend passes, check out our website.
Weekend highlights include the Black and White Masquerade and competition feature films submitted from around the world. The festival is supported by volunteers and benefits the Performing Arts Center. The festival will be showing eight competition feature films, including the 2026 Sundance winner, "Hold Onto Me."
To view the full schedule along with access weekend passes, check out our website.
