UrbanFest 360° Film Festival — Orlando, Florida
September 18–20, 2026 | AFRO TV Complex | International Drive
Submit your film to UrbanFest 360° and connect with industry legends, emerging creators, and a global community of fearless storytellers.
2026 Special Guests & Honorees Include:
Keith David — Hollywood Icon
Michael Polcino — "The Simpsons, Emmy-nominated Director/Animator
Marvin “Smitty” Smith — A Living Legend, One of the great jazz drummers
David Fortune — Variety’s “10 Directors to Watch,” 2025, Tribeca Winner
A special tribute honoring Chadwick Boseman, featuring stories from his collegiate alumni and stunt double from Black Panther and other films.
UrbanFest 360° is an international film festival celebrating bold storytelling where film, music, and culture collide.
Taking place in vibrant Orlando, Florida, UrbanFest 360° champions emerging voices and visionary creators from all backgrounds around the globe. From powerful independent cinema and documentaries to groundbreaking screenwriting and music driven storytelling, this festival is a platform for fearless artists ready to be seen and heard.
UrbanFest 360° will also feature a special tribute honoring the legacy of Chadwick Boseman, with stories from Howard alumni and crew who worked alongside him.
Selected filmmakers can expect:
Festival Screenings
Industry Panels & Conversations
Networking & Collaboration
Competition for the UrbanFest 360° Grand Jury Award
Big Finish Energy with an exciting Closing Night Awards Celebration.
SUBMIT NOW. ATTEND. TRANSFORM THE WORLD—ONE STORY AT A TIME.
UrbanFest 360° — Where Bold Stories Take Flight.t.
