Newport Beach Film Fest

Celebrating its 27th year, the Newport Beach Film Festival is one of the largest luxury lifestyle film festivals in the United States. The Festival brings an internationally curated collection of films and vibrant cultural events to the beautiful Southern California coast. Committed to championing original storytellers from around the world, NBFF celebrates contemporary screen culture and cinematic excellence while engaging the community through compelling conversations with filmmakers and artists. The Newport Beach Film Festival is sponsored in part by Cadillac, Citizens Private Bank, UCI Health, the Los Angeles Times, Fashion Island, and the City of Newport Beach. The 2026 Festival will take place October 15–22.