Surfalorus Film Festival celebrates 15 years with Wahine Classic partnership and full 2026 lineup

The 15th annual Surfalorus Film Festival returns to Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach August 7–9, bringing together three days of surf films, inspiring stories, and coastal community celebrations.

Cucalorus seeks seasonal staff and volunteers for 32nd annual film festival

Celebrate Indigenous Storytelling at the 8th Annual Lumbee Film Festival on July 4

Powerful stories, inspiring voices, and unforgettable films will take center stage when the Lumbee Film Festival returns to Pembroke on Saturday, July 4.

Get Involved in the 32nd Annual Cucalorus Film Festival: Sponsorships, Film Submissions, and Early Bird Passes Available Now

‍The countdown is on for the 32nd annual Cucalorus Film Festival, returning to historic downtown Wilmington November 19–22, 2026. Whether you're a filmmaker ready to share your work, a business looking to support the arts, or a film lover eager to experience one of the Southeast's most unique cultural events, now is the time to get involved.

Silver Pride Cinema Festival Returns to Wilmington with “Red Carpet Gay-La” and Priscilla, Queen of the Desert

The Silver Pride Cinema Festival is set to return to Jengo’s Playhouse on May 29–30, 2026, bringing two days of LGBTQ+ film, storytelling, and community celebration to downtown Wilmington.

Cinematique Returns to Wilmington with Landmark Film Lineup at Jengo’s Playhouse

The Cucalorus Film Foundation and WHQR Public Media are proud to announce the return of the beloved Cinematique screening series, relaunching this month with a curated selection of landmark films that have shaped cinematic history.

Works-in-Progress Lab Showcase spotlights Hazing documentary and filmmaker conversation

The Cucalorus Film Foundation, in partnership with Working Films and the Documentary Accountability Working Group, invites the community to a special Works-in-Progress Showcase at Jengo's Playhouse on Wednesday, April 1 at 7:00 PM.

Cucalorus Film Foundation welcomes TG White as Development Director

The Cucalorus Film Foundation is proud to announce the addition of TG White as its new Development Director, bringing extensive experience in fundraising, community engagement, and strategic growth to the organization’s leadership team.

Byron Hurt joins Cucalorus Film Conference as keynote speaker

Wilmington, NC- Cucalorus is excited to announce the keynote speaker for the Cucalorus Film Conference, to be held during the 31st annual Cucalorus Film Festival , taking place November 19–23, 2025 at Thalian Hall. Award-winning filmmaker Byron Hurt will be

Last Call: Filmed in NC Fund applications close next week

Wilmington- Cucalorus Film Foundation reminds filmmakers that there is just one week left to apply for the Filmed in NC Fund , a statewide financial support program for independent filmmakers across North Carolina. Applications are open through October 8, 2025.

Cucalorus 31 reveals full festival lineup with songbirds, snakes and suburban dreams

Wilmington, NC- Cucalorus is thrilled to announce the full list of film selections for the 31st annual Cucalorus Film Festival, returning to downtown Wilmington from November 19–23, 2025. This year’s festival showcases 95 independent and international films, selected from 1,608

Cucalorus hosts special screening of NC film A Little Prayer

Wilmington, NC- Cucalorus is excited to present a special screening of A Little Prayer on Sunday, September 28 at 4:00 p.m. at Jengo’s Playhouse. Tickets are $10 and available now at jengos.eventive.org .   Produced by acclaimed North Carolina filmmaker

Cucalorus presents one-night-only screening of cult horror hit

Wilmington, NC – The genre-bending horror film that stunned late-night audiences at last year’s Cucalorus Film Festival is back for a one-night-only screening on Friday, July 11 at 7:30pm at Jengo’s Playhouse . Tickets are $10 and available now at

Jengo's hosts Juneteenth screening of The Secret Life of Bees

Wilmington, NC- Cucalorus continues its Summer Film Series with a special Juneteenth screening of The Secret Life of Bees on Friday, June 20 at Jengo’s Playhouse . The evening begins with a pre-screening social hour at 6:30 p.m., followed by

The 5,000 Fingers of Dr. T

The 5,000 Fingers of Dr. T is screening at Jengo's Playhouse on Friday April 17 at 4pm and 7:30m. Tickets are on sale now for $10.

Sponsorship Opportunities – 2025 Cucalorus Film Conference

Wilmington, NC- Cucalorus is excited to announce the Cucalorus Film Conference , to be held during the 31st annual Cucalorus Film Festival , taking place November 19–23, 2025. This new two-day conference is a bold expansion of the festival’s commitment