The Catalina Film Institute presents its 15th Annual Catalina Film Festival, a celebration of imagination, education, and destination. Recognized by filmmakers as one of the top 50 film festivals in the world by FilmFreeway.com, the festival features nearly 200 films along with nightly entertainment, industry panels, and special events.
This year’s festivities begin in Long Beach on September 24 and 25 before moving to Catalina Island from September 26 to 28, offering a unique coastal setting for screenings, workshops, and red-carpet gatherings. For filmmakers and film lovers alike, it’s a destination event blending cinema with the island’s charm. For more information, visit catalinafilm.org.
