Houston Cinema Arts Festival returns with the theme “HERE” – an invitation to consider what it means to be present, to be shaped by our experiences, and to navigate the uncertainty of our time. Through a dynamic lineup of screenings, performances, and events, the festival reflects on the fragments of who we are: past, present, and becoming.

The 17th Annual Houston Cinema Arts Festival will take place from November 6th through 16th across Houston

Houston Cinema Arts Society celebrates its continued legacy of CONNECTING THROUGH CINEMA, amplifying Houston as a premier city for Fine Arts, telling untold stories regionally and beyond. 

Highlights include Houston Stories, a short film block spotlighting local voices; the return of Borders | No Borders, showcasing emerging talent from Texas and neighboring regions, including Latin America; the 11th annual CineSpace competition in partnership with NASA; and numerous regional cinematic premieres.

The 2025 Houston Cinema Arts Festival (HCAF) takes place at venues throughout the city, including both theaters at the MFAH: Brown Auditorium Theater and Lynn Wyatt Theater.

The festival showcases a wide variety of curated feature films with a focus on the diverse cultural community of Houston.

Check out the full lineup and schedule here!

Make sure to get your passes and tickets as well here!