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50+ films. 7 film programs. 4 creative cohorts. 1 puppet making workshop. Zero predictable choices.

The Nevada City Film Festival returns for its 26th edition June 26–28, 2026, transforming the historic streets of downtown Nevada City into a living, breathing celebration of independent cinema unlike any before it.

Friday, June 26 - Sunday, June 28

creative cohorts

artists, cultural organizers, and community problem-solvers

Three free cohorts dig deeper into building creative communities, animation, and storytelling.

Saturday, June 27 & Sunday, June 28 at NCFF HQ

MOVIES UNDER THE PINES

an outdoor cinema experience!

Enjoy classics, cult films, and family favorites on our 32-foot screen – Nevada County’s largest outdoor screen!

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FILMMAKER RESIDENCY

& PRODUCERS RETREAT

The Nevada City Film Festival’s Media Maker Residency is committed to bringing established producers to engage in cross-cultural exchange, with a special focus on engaging Native American and Asian American communities with historic ties to Nevada City. This program is borne out of the fun, nurturing, and artist-friendly values of the Nevada City Film Festival.

BEST OF THE FEST!

OUR 2025 WINNERS HAVE BEEN ANNOUNCED!

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