2026 African Film Festival
Join us for the 20th Annual African Film Festival at Washington University, a weekend celebrating powerful storytelling and contemporary cinema from across the African continent. All screenings are free and open to the public.
Save the Date!
The 20th Annual African Film Festival at Washington University will take place March 27–29, 2026. This milestone year celebrates two decades of bringing outstanding African cinema to the St. Louis region.
Each year, the Department of African & African American Studies, Film & Media Studies, and the African Students Association partner to present a vibrant weekend of film screenings. The festival highlights recent works from across the African continent, many of which have received recognition at major international film festivals.
Join us for a special 20th anniversary celebration of African storytelling, creativity, and cinema.
All screenings are free and open to the public.
