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Awka Film Festival
31 Oct – 11 Nov 2026 · Mila cinema Awka, Anambra · Organised by Benneth Nwankwo
International entries welcome
Next deadline · Early-bird deadline
Tue 3 Nov 2026, 11:59 PM
6 days 18 hours left
Submit your film
Festival dates31 Oct – 11 Nov 2026Starts in 2 days
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Going and Interested are what members plan to do. They are not tickets or entries.About the festival
Awka Film Festival is a celebration of cinema, storytelling and filmmaking talent, bringing together filmmakers, actors, producers, directors, screenwriters and film enthusiasts to showcase and appreciate outstanding films.
The festival provides a platform for emerging and established filmmakers to present their work, connect with industry professionals and engage audiences through compelling stories from Nigeria, Africa and beyond. Through film screenings, networking opportunities, industry conversations and recognition of filmmaking achievements, Awka Film Festival seeks to encourage creative expression and contribute to the growth of the film industry.
The festival welcomes diverse stories, innovative filmmaking and original perspectives that entertain, inspire and reflect the experiences of people and communities.
The festival provides a platform for emerging and established filmmakers to present their work, connect with industry professionals and engage audiences through compelling stories from Nigeria, Africa and beyond. Through film screenings, networking opportunities, industry conversations and recognition of filmmaking achievements, Awka Film Festival seeks to encourage creative expression and contribute to the growth of the film industry.
The festival welcomes diverse stories, innovative filmmaking and original perspectives that entertain, inspire and reflect the experiences of people and communities.
Dates & deadlines
- Submissions open Wed 28 Oct 2026 Passed
- Festival 31 Oct – 11 Nov 2026 In 2 days
- Early-bird deadline Tue 3 Nov 2026, 11:59 PM In 6 days
- Regular deadline Mon 30 Nov 2026, 11:59 PM In 33 days
- Late deadline Mon 30 Nov 2026, 11:59 PM In 33 days
- Selected films announced Thu 31 Dec 2026 In 63 days
All times are Nigeria time (WAT).
Programme
Monday 7th NovemberMaster ClassTuesday 8th NovemberScreening
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Ratings
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