New African Film Festival

March 13–26, 2026

Now in its 22nd year, the New African Film Festival (NAFF), presented by the AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center and Africa World Now Project, brings the vibrancy of African filmmaking from all corners of the continent and across the diaspora to the Washington, DC, area. The full lineup will be announced at AFI.com/Silver on February 18.

Special thanks to NAFF co-founders Mwiza Munthali and Judy Mbuya, and media sponsor WPFW.

All-Access Festival Passes

The NAFF All-Access Pass grants you admission for one to every film in the 2026 New African Film Festival, including Opening Night, at a significant savings.

General Admission

$150

See the discounts available to Silver Cinema Club members here.*

*Silver Cinema Club discounts on passes are only available on in-person purchases.

Tickets

Tickets will go on sale when the full festival lineup is announced on February 18, 2026.

AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center
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