September 7-13, 2026 The Columbia Maryland Film Festival introduces Howard County and Maryland audiences to the very best in world, national, and local cinema, and is dedicated to inspiring and reflecting the diverse community it serves. This season we have over 55+ fantastic films with dynamic variety.
The Columbia Maryland Film Festival is growing into a more dynamic regional event — expanding beyond screenings to include filmmaker conversations, workshops, special events, and community experiences throughout festival week.
Our 2026 season is designed to create greater value for filmmakers, audiences, and sponsors alike.
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Date and Time
Monday Sep 7, 2026 Sunday Sep 13, 2026
The Festival Runs ONLINE from 10AM Monday Sept 7th 2026 through Sunday Sept 13th at 11:45PM.
There are multiple LIVE IN-PERSON Screenings and Special Events at Columbia venues which can be viewed in full detail at: https://colmdfilmfest.eventive.org/schedule
Overview
Wednesday, September 9th
Location
The Columbia Maryland film Festival celebrates multiple events and screenings at three great venues in Columbia:
The Collective ENCORE - 10221 Wincopin Cir, Columbia, MD 21044
The Maryland Innovation Center - 6751 Columbia Gateway Dr Suite 300, Columbia, MD 21046
The Horowitz Visual and Performing Arts Center - 5020 Campus Dr, Columbia, MD 21044
Fees/Admission
Individual tickets: $12 for Shorts, $20 for Features OR you can purchase a discounted All Festival Pass with access to ALL Films AND LIVE Events for only $75. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO PURCHASE TICKETSWe offer both LIVE IN PERSON EVENTS and SCREENINGS PLUS a VIRTUAL ONLINE OPTION TO WATCH FILMS - Watch over 55+ Films available on your own personal device, television, or computer.
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Robert Neal Marshall, Executive Director | Brian Patella Co-Producer
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