Lone Star Film Festival to Host 20th Annual Event
The festival arrives in Fort Worth on Nov. 4 with nearly 100 films screening across the cultural district.
Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in Foreign
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The 20th annual Lone Star Film Festival will kick off in Fort Worth on Nov. 4, 2026, showcasing nearly 100 films through Nov. 13. Most screenings will take place at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, with additional events at the AMC Palace 9 and Texas Ballet Theater.
Why it matters
The festival serves as a significant platform for regional cinema, with 30% of the featured films produced within Texas. The event also highlights local history, opening with the film Jimmy, which honors Jimmy Stewart's personal connections to the city.
The festival features nearly 100 films, of which 70 are categorized as short films. Approximately 30% of the total program consists of Texas-made productions.
The players
Lone Star Film Festival
An annual cinema event in Texas dedicated to showcasing independent works and regional talent.
Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth
A prominent cultural institution that serves as the primary screening venue for the festival.
The details
Attendees can access the festival through individual tickets or all-access passes purchased on the official website. The program includes student-produced shorts stemming from a summer filmmaking camp alongside various industry discussions.
Timeline
Nov. 4, 2026: The film Jimmy opens the festival.
Nov. 6, 2026: The Debut and Autofiction screen at the festival.
Nov. 8, 2026: KERA short films and TV discussion screen.
Nov. 13, 2026: The festival concludes with an annual gala.
Industry Dynamics
The 20th anniversary of the Lone Star Film Festival marks a two-decade commitment to regional film exhibition. This milestone reflects the ongoing strategy to cultivate local audiences while differentiating the regional circuit from larger, market-saturated film festivals.
Residents can secure entry to film screenings and industry panels by purchasing individual tickets or all-access passes through the event website. Screenings are distributed across multiple locations including the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, the AMC Palace 9, and the Texas Ballet Theater.
The takeaway
The festival offers a concentrated look at regional talent alongside broader industry releases. Visitors should book tickets early to navigate the split-venue schedule and ensure access to preferred showings.
Further reading
For more information on international and regional cinema, visit the Foreign film section.
More information
To purchase passes or view the full screening schedule, visit the Lone Star Film Festival official website.
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