The Fairhope Film Festival is a highly anticipated annual event in the Fairhope area. In our 12th year, we continue to offer independent cinema and newly released films. Join us this year, for an enlightening experience that strengthens our community, and brings everyone together for the best arts event in Fairhope.

Film Schedule:

Wednesday, November 6, 2024

6:30-9 p.m: The unofficial kickoff to the Fairhope Film Festival is frightening by design. Join your horror movie-loving pals at the Fairhope Brewing Company for Fairhope Film Festival After Dark. Enjoy an evening of film, popcorn, trivia, and fun. This event is free to the public, but please note that the film selected is rated R. It is strongly suggested that you arrive by 6:45 p.m. to secure your seat. The film begins promptly at 7 p.m.

Location: Fairhope Brewing Company

Thursday, November 07, 2024

5:00 pm: Opening Night Film & Party at University of South Alabama – Baldwin County

The festival kicks off with the screening of the Opening Night Film.

Immediately following the movie, filmgoers are invited to the Opening Night Party at The Balcony in Fairhope.

Tickets to the opening night festivities are $50.

Friday, November 08, 2024

10:00 am: The Old Oak at University of South Alabama – Baldwin County
10:30 am: The Longest Running Traditional Irish Session on the Alabama Gulf Coast at Fairhope Public Library
11:00 am: All We Carry at Coastal Alabama Community College
12:30 pm: Jamie Wyeth and the Unflinching Eye at Fairhope Public Library
12:30 pm: My Name is Alfred Hitchcock at University of South Alabama – Baldwin County
1:00 pm: Running on Sand at Coastal Alabama Community College
2:30 pm: Shorts Film Series A at Fairhope Public Library
3:00 pm: Shoshana at University of South Alabama – Baldwin County
4:00 pm: Shorts Film Series B at Fairhope Public Library
5:30 pm: Empire Waist at Fairhope Public Library
5:30 pm: Werner Herzog: Radical Dreamer at University of South Alabama – Baldwin County

Saturday, November 09, 2024

10:00 am: My Motherland at Coastal Alabama Community College
10:00 am: Unbroken at University of South Alabama – Baldwin County
10:30 am: Adult Best Friends at Fairhope Public Library
12:00 pm: Bonjour Switzerland at Coastal Alabama Community College
12:00 pm: Mr. Blake At Your Service! at University of South Alabama – Baldwin County
1:00 pm: Eudora at Fairhope Public Library
2:00 pm: Girls Will Be Girls at Coastal Alabama Community College
2:00 pm: The Critic at University of South Alabama – Baldwin County
2:30 pm: First We Bombed New Mexico at Fairhope Public Library
4:00 pm: Sing Sing at University of South Alabama – Baldwin County
4:30 pm: The Grab at Fairhope Public Library
4:30 pm: The Teachers' Lounge at Coastal Alabama Community College
7:00 pm: Red Carpet Party at Eastern Shore Art Center

Sunday, November 10, 2024

10:30 am: Audience Award Documentary at University of South Alabama – Baldwin County
10:30 am: Best Shorts (Juried and Audience) at Fairhope Public Library
12:00 pm: Audience Award Best Narrative at Fairhope Public Library
12:30 pm: Fairhope 48 Scramble at University of South Alabama – Baldwin County
2:30 pm: Juror Best Film at University of South Alabama – Baldwin County
2:30 pm: Merchant Ivory at Fairhope Public Library

Fest Date: November 7 - 10, 2024

Locations:
Fairhope Public Library, 501 Fairhope Ave, Fairhope, AL 36532
Eastern Shore Art Center, 401 Oak Ave, Fairhope, AL 36532
Fairhope Brewing Company, 914 Nichols Ave, Fairhope, AL 36532
Coastal Alabama Community College, Centennial Hall, 450 Fairhope Ave, Fairhope, AL
University of South Alabama – Baldwin County, 111 St James St, Fairhope, AL 36532

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