Join us for the 27th Newport Beach Film Festival from October 15-22, 2026 at Fashion Island, showcasing a curated collection of films and cultural events.
Dates
15–22 Oct 2026
City / country
Newport Beach, United States
Venue
Fashion Island
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Event overview
The Newport Beach Film Festival is one of the largest luxury lifestyle film festivals in the United States, celebrating its 27th year in 2026. The festival brings an internationally curated collection of films and vibrant cultural events to the beautiful Southern California coast.
It champions original storytellers from around the world and engages the community through compelling conversations with filmmakers and artists. The Newport Beach Film Festival 2026 takes place in Newport Beach,.
TL;DR
Newport Beach Film Festival gives attendees a focused week of narrative features, documentaries, shorts and action sports films across Newport Beach venues, with many titles presented as premieres.
Exhibitors can showcase their films to a large audience, gain visibility in the film industry, and connect with potential collaborators and audiences. The festival offers a platform for filmmakers to engage with viewers and industry professionals. Meet qualified buyers and partners including Independent filmmakers showcasing their work, Production companies looking for exposure, Film schools presenting student films. Position your offer across feature films across various.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
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Product categories
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Location & Facilities
Newport Beach, United States
Fashion Island in Newport Beach typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Fashion Island in Newport Beach typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Fashion Island for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
What's on
2
Seminar
1
Event days
26:51–07:00
Typical time
Thursday, Oct 15, 2026
2017 Newport Beach Film Festival
Benjamin Sadd Archives | Newport Beach Film Festival
How the last edition performed
Last edition
2025
Next edition
Not announced yet
Edition recap
Impact
The 2025 Newport Beach Film Festival concluded with a wrap announcement and an official 2025 awards page. The edition is listed as the festival’s 2025 edition, following its annual Newport Beach run. It remains the most recent completed edition ahead of the October 15–22, 2026 festival.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
On 2026-10-15 to 2026-10-22, The Newport Beach Film Festival 2026 in Newport Beach covering Narrative feature films, including U.S. and international titles, Documentary features and non-fiction series, Short fil gives trade buyers a single calendar window to compare suppliers, validate specs on the stand, and book follow-ups before the next buying cycle - especially when your roadmap matches the published exhibitor profile.
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Latest updates from across the market.
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ReadYour Guide to the 2026 Newport Beach Film Festival - Visit Newport Beach
ReadPlan your trip
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Ramada by Wyndham Costa Mesa/Newport Beach - 3-star with free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking, outdoor pool and hot tub.
Hotel Solarena Newport Beach, a Dazzler Select by Wyndham - free Wi-Fi, paid parking, outdoor pool and breakfast.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Bus (OCTA)
OCTA publishes routes and schedules for Fashion Island stops.
Rideshare / taxi
Captured route planners list road options between Fashion Island and Newport Beach.
taxi
Primary gateway in captured travel missions; connections to Fashion Island/Newport Beach by road.
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taxi
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
Weather
Newport Beach in mid-October is mild and dry: daytime highs typically in the low-to-mid 20s C (upper 60s to mid 70s F) and cooler evenings near the coast. Rain is uncommon in October, but a light jacket and layers are useful for evening screenings.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Confirm mobile roaming or a local SIM for business visitors to the United States.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Coastal casual dress
Newport Beach audiences dress casually, often smart-casual for evening screenings and receptions. A light jacket is useful for cool coastal evenings.
Screening etiquette
Arrive early, silence phones and avoid recording Q&As unless the festival explicitly allows it. Standby lines may form for popular screenings.
Tipping
U.S. restaurants and bars expect a tip of roughly 15-20% before tax; check whether service charges are already included.
Getting around
Rideshare is common for evening screenings, while OCTA buses serve some Fashion Island stops. Confirm pickup points at each venue.
Parking and traffic
Fashion Island has on-site parking; allow extra time for beach traffic and confirm daily rates before driving.
Local weather
Mid-October is generally mild and dry, with cooler evenings near the coast. Layers are more useful than heavy rain gear.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Newport Beach; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.
International attendees generally need a U.S. visa: B-1 for business visitors, B-2 for tourism. Visa Waiver Program nationals may apply for ESTA.
Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.
See USCIS B-1 Temporary Business Visitor page and travel.state.gov business visa page for eligibility, documents and interview steps.
OfficialGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Use the nearest international airport serving Newport Beach; Metro, train or taxi links are typically available to the venue district.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Fashion Island: Costa Mesa / Newport Beach: Costa Mesa / Newport Beach; Costa Mesa / Newport Beach: Costa Mesa / Newport Beach; Newport Beach: Newport Beach.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Newport Beach; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: OCTA bus routes serve Fashion Island in Newport Beach; check schedules and stops via the OCTA routes page before travelling. Most visitors use rideshare or hotel shuttles for evening screenings across the festival's Newport Beach venues.
Parking: On-site parking is available at Fashion Island; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: October 2026
Temperature: Low-to-mid 20s C daytime (upper 60s to mid 70s F); cooler coastal evenings
Seasonality: October is one of the drier months in Newport Beach; organized rain is unlikely but coastal marine layer can bring morning haze.
Packing: Light layers, a jacket for evening screenings, comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, and a refillable water bottle.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at The Newport Beach Film Festival 2026 usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
Confirm festival dates, screening schedule and pass or ticket options on newportbeachfilmfest.com before booking.
Choose a Newport Beach or Costa Mesa hotel within easy rideshare distance of Fashion Island venues.
Book flights into John Wayne Airport (SNA) for the shortest transfer, or compare LAX and LGB fares.
Arrange airport transfer or rental car, and confirm hotel parking fees if driving.
Check ESTA or U.S. visa status and apply early if international travel is required.
Review the program for premiere screenings, Q&As and action sports blocks, then build a priority list.
Download OCTA bus routes if using public transit around Newport Beach.
Pack layers, a light jacket and comfortable shoes for evening screenings and coastal walks.
Confirm whether screenings use standby lines and arrive early for high-demand slots.
Reserve dinner spots near Fashion Island for between-screening breaks.
Set a budget for parking, rideshare and festival passes, and confirm current prices directly.
Save the festival schedule page and venue addresses offline for quick access.
Registration and hall orientation at Fashion Island
Supplier meetings and product demos
Final negotiations and follow-up
The Newport Beach Film Festival 2026 registration concourse
Fashion Island
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Fashion Island
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
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Decision
Use this quick check to decide whether The Newport Beach Film Festival 2026 fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For The Newport Beach Film Festival 2026, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Feature films across various genres and Documentaries highlighting social issues solutions and benchmarking suppliers at The Newport Beach Film Festival 2026 in Newport Beach.
Min. budget
$500.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Feature films across various genres and Documentaries highlighting social issues products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$2,250.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Newport Beach show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
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