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Fort Myers Film Festival – 16th Annual
May 20 - May 24
The Fort Myers Film Festival’s 16th annual soiree is set to take place from May 20-24, 2026, in and around SWFL at venues including the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center and more.
FORT MYERS, FL – The Fort Myers Film Festival, to be held May May 20-24, 2026, is celebrating its 16th year of indie film! This milestone event promises an exciting lineup of films, screenings, and engaging activities, including the highly anticipated Red Carpet Opening Night Party on May 20.
Festival Highlights:
Opening Film: TBA May 20, 2026 OPENING FILM AND RED CARPET PARTY RECEPTION
Films at Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center:
The Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center will host screenings from May 20-24, showcasing a selection of narratives, documentaries, and shorts. This renowned venue will serve as the central hub for the festival, offering a rich cultural experience for all attendees.
The Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center will host screenings from May 20-24, showcasing a selection of narratives, documentaries, and shorts. This renowned venue will serve as the central hub for the festival, offering a rich cultural experience for all attendees.
Full-Dome Shows at Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium:
The Calusa Planetarium will present exclusive, cutting-edge full-dome shows, curated by Eric Raddatz. These immersive, world-class shows are a rare opportunity to experience high-tech cinematic art in one of only a few venues globally offering this type of presentation. Don’t miss this extraordinary experience during the festival!
The Calusa Planetarium will present exclusive, cutting-edge full-dome shows, curated by Eric Raddatz. These immersive, world-class shows are a rare opportunity to experience high-tech cinematic art in one of only a few venues globally offering this type of presentation. Don’t miss this extraordinary experience during the festival!
Proud to Screen at Alliance for the Arts, IMAG and Lab Theatre:
Award Ceremony and Filmmaker Panels
The FMFF will also host an award ceremony and a panel of filmmakers during the festival. The full lineup of films, along with panel discussions and award categories, will be announced in April, so be sure to stay tuned for updates.
The FMFF will also host an award ceremony and a panel of filmmakers during the festival. The full lineup of films, along with panel discussions and award categories, will be announced in April, so be sure to stay tuned for updates.
Special Feature: The Eric Raddatz Show
Festival Tickets and Additional Information
Tickets for the Fort Myers Film Festival are available for purchase through the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center’s website at www.sbdac.com. For full details on the festival schedule, ticketing, and sponsorship opportunities, visit the official FMFF website at fortmyersfilmfestival.com or contact Eric Raddatz at eric@fortmyersfilmfestival.com.
About the Fort Myers Film Festival
The Fort Myers Film Festival is dedicated to celebrating independent cinema by providing a platform for filmmakers to showcase their work. The festival has become a must-attend event in Southwest Florida, known for its vibrant screenings, intellectual crowd, and support of both local and global filmmakers.
Media Contact:
Eric Raddatz
Executive Director
eric@fortmyersfilmfestival.com
Phone: (239) 275-3435
Website: fortmyersfilmfestival.com
Executive Director
eric@fortmyersfilmfestival.com
Phone: (239) 275-3435
Website: fortmyersfilmfestival.com
