July 13 - July 18, 2026

Planning for the 2026 Prescott Film Festival is officially underway— and we’re celebrating a milestone year.

Mark your calendar for July 13–18, 2026 as we roll out our “Sweet 16” edition: six days of standout independent cinema, international features, documentaries, shorts, and hands-on educational workshops—capped off with a crowd-pleasing, interactive Sing-Along screening of Mary Poppins.

We’re also preparing our next Silent Symphony, with more details coming soon.

Join us for a six days of creative storytelling and cinematic adventure—where new perspectives, bold voices, and unforgettable moments bring our community together to experience films the way they’re meant to be seen: on the big screen.

Festival films and workshops will be presented across three signature venues:

·       Yavapai College – Prescott Campus

·       Elks Theatre & Performing Arts Center

·       The newly remodeled Center for Learning and Innovation (YC Prescott Campus)

The six-day lineup also features parties, great food, the Platinum Pass VIP Experience for those who want the full festival treatment, and the opportunity for all audience members to vote for their favorite films – who will win the coveted Audience Choice Award?  

The Prescott Film Festival is a proud creative component of the Film & Media Arts Program at Yavapai College. Film lovers—this is your invitation to dive into the magic of independent cinema in Prescott, Arizona, a summer destination known for its historic downtown, iconic Whiskey Row, vibrant arts culture, and cool, pine-covered high-desert escape.

Spread the word, bring your friends, and come celebrate sixteen years of film with us. See you at the festival!