Now celebrating its 28th year, the American Black Film Festival remains the preeminent event of its kind, empowering Black artists and spotlighting a diverse array of entertainment content created by and for individuals of African descent.

An event like no other, the festival brings together enthusiasts of Black culture alongside industry executives and content creators from across the globe for five days filled with screenings, engaging talk events, exclusive parties, and invaluable networking opportunities.

Join us live in sunny South Beach from June 12-16 for an unforgettable experience, followed by our online segment streaming on ABFF PLAY from June 17-24.

Schedule:

Wednesday, June 12

11:00 am – 8:00 pm: Festival Registration
Location: MBCC

11:00 am – 5:00 pm: Cadillac Lounge
Location: The Filmore

1:00 pm – 6:00 pm: Independent Film Screenings
Location: MBCC

7:30 pm – 8:00 pm: Festival Welcome
Location: New World Center

8:00 pm – 10:00 pm: Opening Night Presentation: HBO Short Film Showcase
Location: New World Center

10:00 pm – 2:00 am: The Legendary White Party
Location: M2 Nightclub

Thursday, June 13

9:00 am – 11:00 am: Acting Masterclass (Separate ticket required)
Location: NY Film Academy

10:00 am – 7:00 pm: Festival Registration Center
Location: MBCC

10:00 am – 8:00 pm: Independent Film Screenings
Location: MBCC/O Cinema

10:30 am – 8:30 pm: Panels & Spotlight Screenings
Location: NWC & MBCC

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm: Cadillac Lounge Session
Location: The Filmore

6:00 pm – 7:30 pm: Cadillac Lounge Session
Location: The Filmore

8:30 pm: Centerpiece Conversation
Location: New World Center

Friday, June 14

9:00 am – 11:00 am: Writing Masterclass (Separate ticket required)
Location: NY Film Academy

10:00 am – 7:00 pm: Festival Registration Center
Location: MBCC

10:00 am – 8:00 pm: Independent Film Screenings
Location: MBCC/O Cinema

10:30 am – 8:30 pm: Panels & Spotlight Screenings
Location: NWC & MBCC

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm: Cadillac Lounge Session
Location: The Filmore

6:00 pm – 7:30 pm: Cadillac Lounge Session
Location: The Filmore

9:30 pm – 11:00 pm: Because They're Funny Comedy Show
Location: New World Center

Saturday, June 15

9:00 am – 11:00 am: Filmmaking Masterclass (Separate ticket required)
Location: NY Film Academy

10:00 am – 4:00 pm: Festival Registration Center
Location: Convention Center

10:30 am – 12:00 pm: “Best of the ABFF Awards” Presentation
Location: NWC – Perf. Hall

10:00 am – 8:00 pm: Independent Film Screenings
Location: Convention Center & O Cinema

10:30 am – 8:00 pm: Panels & Spotlight Screenings
Location: NWC & MBCC

5:00 pm - 6:15 pm: Denzel Washington Retrospective
Location: New World Center

10:00 pm - 1:30 am: Closing Night Yacht Gala (Separate ticket required, unless an Industry passholder)
Location: SeaFair Miami

Sunday, June 16

1:00 pm – 5:00 pm: ABFF Community Day Screenings & Expo (Free admission)

Location: Lyric Theater Historic Overtown

Date: June 12-16, 2024

Location:

Various Venue Miami Beach, FL

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