Festival passes and individual tickets are now available for the 12th Annual Nevada Women’s Film Festival (NWFFest), taking place March 19–22 at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV). Official programming has been announced, including film screenings, panel conversations, networking events, and the annual Femmy Awards.
The 2026 festival will showcase 72 films from 15 countries across all genres, highlighting stories by or about women. Each film reflects the mission of NWFFest—to celebrate the fair representation of women in film and provide a platform for historically marginalized voices.
NWFFest is the only women’s film festival in the state of Nevada and is produced with grassroots community support. UNLV professors, alumni, and students contribute to every aspect of the event. Films from around the world screen alongside regional and Nevada-based work, creating a culturally rich experience for both locals and visitors.
Highlights for the 12th annual NWFFest include:
● 72 films from 15 countries
● Emily Skyle-Golden of the Cordillera Film Festival in Northern Nevada honored as the 2026 Nevada Woman of Achievement
● Guest appearance by 2025 Nevada Woman Filmmaker of the Year Jessica Chandler
● Animation, feature films, short films, television episodes, and experimental works
Networking Events
● Morning Meetup for Coffee and Creative Connections
● Opening Night Meetup at Lazy Dog, Town Square
● Exclusive Pass-Holder Gatherings
● 12th Annual Filmmaker Mixer: Party in Pink
Panel Conversations
● The Vertical Vision, in collaboration with the Future of Film Association and OPTIX
● The State of the Industry in Nevada
● The Perils & Possibilities of Generative AI
● Building a Filmmaking Community with Eccentric Artists
The Annual Femmy Awards will feature the following categories:
● Best Short Documentary
● Best Live Action Short
● Best International Film
● Best Feature Film
● Best Feature Documentary
● Best Experimental Film
● Best Student Film
● Outstanding LGBTQ+ Representation
● Spirit of Activism
● Best Female Protagonist
● Best Animated Film
● Best Nevada Film
● Audience Favorite
View the official trailer for the festival here: https://youtu.be/FX56LO-ZiHI?si=l2-xFTNmIcjcJhew
All-festival passes and individual block tickets are available now at: https://www.nwffest.com.
The festival is produced by Women in Film Nevada (WIF Nevada), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. All donations are tax-deductible. For sponsorship opportunities with NWFFest, please visit: https://www.nwffest.com/become-a-sponsor/
For volunteer opportunities, please visit: https://www.nwffest.com/volunteer/
Interviews with the NWFFest team and participating filmmakers are available upon request. Media badges are available for select journalists and media outlets upon request.
ABOUT NEVADA WOMEN’S FILM FESTIVAL
The Nevada Women’s Film Festival (NWFFest) is an annual event dedicated to celebrating and supporting the fair representation of women in film. Through high-quality programming, panels, and events, NWFFest has been at the forefront of conversations around equity and inclusion since 2015. Festival programming includes films by or about women that highlight diverse perspectives and provide a platform for historically marginalized storytellers.
NWFFest is a project of Women in Film (WIF) Nevada, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization; all donations are tax-deductible. The festival is supported, in part, by the Nevada Arts Council, a state agency, which receives support from the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency. NWFFest is a FilmFreeway Gold Festival and is IMDb-qualifying. The festival is produced in partnership with the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) Department of Film. The 12th annual Nevada Women’s Film Festival will take place March 19–22, 2026, at UNLV.
For more information, visit https://www.nwffest.com/
ABOUT WOMEN IN FILM NEVADA
Women in Film (WIF) Nevada is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that produces the Nevada Women’s Film Festival. WIF Nevada amplifies underrepresented voices and fosters equity in the film and screen industries through education, mentorship, and advocacy. By providing inclusive opportunities for creative expression, WIF Nevada cultivates a diverse and socially conscious film community while positioning Nevada as a leader in arts, culture, and education. WIF Nevada is a proud chapter of Women in Film & Television International (WIFTI).
For more information, visit https://www.nwffest.com/wif/ and https://www.wifti.net/.
MEDIA CONTACT
Ashley Sanchez
Nocturne PR | UNLV Department of Film, Public Relations Consultant
702-427-7670
ashley@nocturnepr.net
FESTIVAL CONTACT
info@nwffest.com
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