The Front Festival 2026 ★ Independent Film Showcase

Day 03 — The Front Festival’s Annual Independent Film Showcase 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. Pre-sale passes are available now. Scroll for details.   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… View Source