The Front Festival 2026 ★ Independent Film

Day 03 — The Front Festival: Independent Film

HOT, TEXAS FILMS.

Meet us on The Contemporary Austin — Laguna Gloria sculpture garden grounds for The Front Festival’s 2025 Film Showcase. Arrive before sunset for a panel and performance, exploring the stories that shape us.

Then, under the stars and by the lake, watch a curated selection of independent films, featuring 12 works by women and LGBTQ+ directors and filmmakers in Texas.

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2026 FILM SCHEDULE

7 PM — Community Panel

Ahead of the film screenings, join us for a candid community conversation and dynamic panel co-presented by The Contemporary Austin and Future Front around the museum's upcoming exhibitions.

8 PM — Sunset Performance

As the sun sets and you wait for the films to roll, plan your picnic spot and catch live music by the lake.

8:45 PM — The Front Festival Film Showcase

Gather in the outdoor amphitheater for our two-hour short film showcase, featuring 12 films by women and LGBTQ+ directors, editors, producers and talent in Texas. This year’s lineup coming soon.

ALL NIGHT — Good Food & Big, Texas Skies

Explore the Laguna Gloria grounds, soaking up all The Contemporary Austin’s shop, sculptures and art installations have to offer.

Stop by the Future Front shop for merch and ways to support what we do year-round.

Pack your own picnic with a blanket, snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. You can pair your picnic with our festival menu, too, which includes:

Tito’s Handmade Vodka and Thirstday cocktails

Liquid Death sparkling water and teas

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HOW TO ATTEND

One-day passes*for the Film Showcase range from $20 to $40.

Weekend passes* for the entire festival are $50 to $100 and include access to both the Music and Film Showcases, as well as opening and closing pool parties. *All passes are free for Future Front members.

All donations throughout the festival will support the ten-year anniversary of our local arts and culture programs. We appreciate your support!

Reserve passes below.

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*If you are a Future Front member, please provide your name at the door for entry or head to members.futurefronttexas.org or futurefrontmembership.squarespace.com to access member rates for event tickets, applications & other perks at anytime.

MEET THE LINEUP

Our official lineup will be announced in July 2026. To have your music or film considered for this year’s showcases, submit your work by June 29, 2026.

SUBMIT YOUR MUSIC AND FILM →

BEHIND THE FRONT FESTIVAL

The Front Fest is an end-of-summer festival, featuring independent music film and art in Austin, Texas.

Curated by Future Front, we put Texas women and LGBTQ+ artists at the front of our lineups.

Returning for four days (August 27 to 30, 2026), this year’s festival will take place at at iconic venues across the city, including The LINE Hotel Austin pool, the Red River Cultural District and The Conte...