Here’s a look into upcoming Christian film festivals and events. Also, we have put together a guide with highlights of what to expect from each one.
1. Christian Media Conference (CONTENT2025)
- Dates: September 22–26, 2025
- Location: Capernaum Studios, near Dallas, Texas
- Focus: A media conference and film festival catering to filmmakers, scriptwriters, actors, podcasters, authors, and young content creators.
- Features: Offers workshops, networking, multi-disciplinary media support, and storytelling rooted in faith.
Learn more about Content 2025 and register here.
2. ICVM Storytellers Conference & Crown Awards
- Dates: October 1–4, 2025
- Location: Embassy Suites by Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista South, Orlando, Florida
- Focus: Celebrating over 50 years in fostering Christian media—bringing together storytellers, producers, distributors, and investors.
- Features: Christian Film Market, Script & Story Pitch-a-Thon, Investor Pitch Showcase, MediaSphere Summit, Actor’s Monologue Challenge, Crown Awards Finalist Celebration, and more.
- Crown Awards Ceremony: February 17–20, 2026 at NRB
Learn more about ICVM and register for the Storytellers Conference here.
3. Gideon Film Festival
- Dates: October 10–12, 2025
- Location: Nashville Film Institute, 191 Polk Avenue, Nashville, Tennessee
- Focus: A three-day immersive gathering aimed at inspiring, equipping, and connecting creatives in arts and media—film, writing, music, acting—with a shared goal of advancing God’s Kingdom through storytelling.
- Features: Film screening. Workshops, classes, networking during the day; film screenings and panels in the evening. Worship and fellowship. Afternoon optional studio tour and exclusive networking dinner.
Learn more about Gideon Film Festival and register online here.
4. 168 Film Festival
- Dates: October 16–18, 2025
- Location: Harp’s Crossing Baptist Church, 1183 Hwy 92, Fayetteville, GA
- Focus: Premiere festival for the 168 Film Project—a faith-based speed-filmmaking challenge where filmmakers have 168 hours (seven days) to develop short films inspired by a Bible verse.
- Features: Full-day screenings arranged in blocks, interspersed with networking, information sessions, workshops, and panels. Evening events include a red-carpet entrance, gala awards show, and an energetic after-party to close out the festivities
Learn more about 168 Film Festival and register online here.
Christian Film Festival and Event Overview Guide
| Event | Date(s) | Location | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| CONTENT2025 (Christian Media Conference) | Sept 22–26, 2025 | Near Dallas, TX | Multi-media workshops, networking, faith storytelling |
| ICVM Storytellers & Crown Awards | Oct 1–4, 2025 | Orlando, FL | Workshops, speakers, pitch your film, meet distributors (Film Market), Crown Awards finalist announced (Awards show at NRB), networking, lunch and dinner included |
| Gideon Film Festival | Oct 10–12, 2025 | Nashville, TN | Workshops, screenings, worship, studio tours, networking |
| 168 Film Festival | Oct 16–18, 2025 | Fayetteville, GA | Speed-film project, panels, gala awards, after-party |
Why Attend These Events?
- Learn and Hone Your Craft: From script development, producing and pitching to distribution, many events offer invaluable workshops and mentorship.
- Network & Collaborate: Connect with like-minded creators, producers, and investors in a faith-driven film and media space.
- Showcase Your Work: Opportunities to screen films, receive recognition, and gain exposure in the Christian media marketplace.
- Stay Inspired: Opportunities to grow in your faith and be encouraged through devotional speakers, worship and prayer.