Highlands‑Cashiers Film Festival
2026 Festival Schedule
September 16–19 · At the Highlands Performing Arts Center
Presented by the Jeff Schenck Giving Fund
Competition Films
Special Screenings
Shorts
VIP Seminars
Show All
At the PAC
Award-winning Blue Hound Barbecue food truck available on site for purchase throughout the festival weekend, Thursday through Saturday. Concessions, popcorn, and bar available at select times throughout the festival weekend. 🍿
Festival Passes + Tickets
You can purchase tickets online or call the PAC Box Office at (828) 526 9047.
Rush tickets may also be available 15 minutes prior to each film screening if seating permits. Rush tickets will be sold at the PAC Box Office on a first-come, first-served basis.
Single Film + Seminar Tickets
Access to one individual screening for select films. $20 + fees.
Film Festival Society
Includes access to all screenings and seminars, the Black and White Masquerade, reserved seating, and more.
Festival VIP Pass
Access to all films and seminars throughout the festival. $150 + fees
Festival Pass
Access to film screenings only throughout the festival. $75 + fees