Vancouver, Washington is preparing to welcome its first major cinematic event at Regal City Center in downtown Vancouver. Vancouver Movie Fête (VMF), a new three-day cinematic event, will take place September 17–19, 2027, bringing an expansive selection of movies, emerging creative talent, and audiences together at one of the city’s most recognized entertainment destinations.
The event has secured official sponsorship from Hotel Indigo Vancouver Waterfront and El Gaucho, two prominent names on Vancouver’s waterfront. Further strengthening its community foundation, Vancouver Movie Fête has received a $6,000 Inspire Grant from the City of Vancouver, demonstrating the city’s support for this new addition to its cultural and entertainment landscape.
A Cinematic Experience for Audiences and Industry Professionals
Vancouver Movie Fête is designed to appeal to a broad audience, from everyday moviegoers to cinephiles, independent creators, and established entertainment industry professionals. While celebrating the artistry and craft of cinematic production, VMF is equally focused on the excitement of the big-screen experience and the audiences who make it possible.
Its programming offers a distinctive mix of genres, including thrillers, horror, dark documentaries, animation, and movies for children. The result is an event that brings together diverse creative perspectives, industry talent, and movie enthusiasts, with something to engage a wide range of audiences.
Investing in the Next Generation of Creators
One of the event’s distinguishing features is its Next Gen Filmmaker category, open to young creatives between the ages of 14 and 17.
Selected teenage creators will have their movies screened at Regal City Center as part of the event’s official selection. The category provides young storytellers with an opportunity to bring their creative work to a major theater screen and participate in a professionally presented cinematic event alongside other selected productions.
Submissions Now Open
Submissions are currently being accepted through FilmFreeway and Hiike Independent. Creators are invited to submit productions across the event’s programming categories for consideration.
The submission deadline is May 31, 2027. Submission does not guarantee official selection.
EVENT DETAILS
Event: Vancouver Movie Fête (VMF)
Dates: September 17–19, 2027
Venue: Regal City Center
Location: Downtown Vancouver, Washington
Official Sponsors: Hotel Indigo Vancouver Waterfront and El Gaucho
Submission Platforms: FilmFreeway and Hiike Independent
Submission Deadline: May 31, 2027
Website: www.vancouvermoviefete.org
