Festival Inquiries: 603-647-6439 // info@nhfilmfestival.com
NEW HAMPSHIRE FILM FESTIVAL
LOCATION
The Music Hall
The Music Hall Lounge
3S Artspace
Portsmouth, NH
Four days of independent films, parties, comedy, panel discussions, and educational opportunities return to Portsmouth with the 23rd annual New Hampshire Film Festival on Oct. 16-19.
Recipients of the NHFF’s qualifying awards will be eligible for consideration in the Animated Short, Live Action Short, and Documentary Short Film categories at the Academy Awards.
Passholders also have access to parties and gatherings that sell out each year.
DATES
Thursday, October 16, 2025
Friday, October 17, 2025
Saturday, October 18, 2025
Sunday, October 19, 2025
"New Hampshire Film Festival delivers the goods."
"Portsmouth, the FILM CENTER of New England."
Ticketing Inquiries: Contact Patron Services at McKeon Ticketing Hub: (603) 436-2400 // info@themusichall.org
WHAT TO EXPECT
DAY PASSES ON SALE NOW!
Check out highlights from our 2024 festival and gear up for what's to come this year!
Academy Award® Qualifying Festival for Short Films
A discounted Festival Pass designed for a new generation of movie lovers, creatives, and curious minds ready to experience NHFF.
$99
For Film Fans 40 & Under
All the benefits of a VIP Pass—at a special rate just for Granite Staters.
$250
Local Love, VIP Style
Must show valid New Hampshire ID upon pass pickup
Full access to films, panels, and workshops. Make your own schedule and explore it all at your pace.
$150
Choose Your Own Cinema Adventure
Skip the lines with priority entry, enjoy advanced seating, mingle at the Members/Filmmakers Club, and brunch in style on Sunday.
$290
For the Fan Who Wants It All (and a Little Extra)
The only ALL-ACCESS PASS that offers reserved seating at select screenings and panels, plus priority entrance to the Sunday VIP Brunch, all parties, award ceremonies, and workshops, private concierge service, complimentary festival merchandise, and more!
$1,000
The Ultimate Festival Experience
$30
$50
$50
$50
Access to all films & panels on Thursday
Access to all films & panels on Saturday
Access to all films & panels on Friday
Access to all films & panels on Sunday
HIGHLIGHT FILMS YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS
Tickets to Select Individual Films Are Also Available.
Explore the FESTIVAL SCHEDULE and click on your desired film to purchase tickets without a pass.