Stories Worth Telling: New Media Film Festival Returns for 17th Year- Iconic. Real. Connected. 
Los Angeles, CA — The 17th Annual New Media Film Festival® lands June 3–4, 2026, with two days of immersive premieres, live Q&As, and IRL networking designed for creators, innovators, and culture shifters. June 3 unfolds online with global access, while June 4 lights up Los Angeles with red carpet energy, fresh voices, and unforgettable in-person moments.
Since 2009, New Media Film Festival® has been Honoring Stories Worth Telling — for all ages, all cultures, and all media. In 2026, the festival invites audiences to honor themselves through experiences that spark discovery, celebrate diversity, and connect creativity with culture.
This year’s program blends creativity, wellness, and artistry. Attendees can immerse themselves in the IRL Red Carpet Experience, join a Quantum Health Retreat in April 2026 that fuses renewal with discovery, and participate in a Music Workshop offering hands-on artistry with acclaimed Emmy Nominee David Leon. The Mini & Deluxe Bundles will empower the next generation of storytellers, while the International Art Showcase brings global perspectives in formats including VR, blockchain, and AI.
The festival culminates in its signature Awards Ceremony, judged by representatives from Marvel, HBO, Emmys, Grammys, PBS, BBC, and more. With exclusive in-person perks, the 2026 edition emphasizes the power of live connection and shared creativity.
Event Details
- June 3 Online • June 4 Los Angeles – Culver City Theatre — different content and creators each day
- Website: www.newmediafilmfestival.com
About New Media Film Festival® Founded in 2009, As experienced at our festival, New Media Film Festival® has become a global stage for visionary creators, opening doors to funding, distribution, and collaboration. Recognized as a trailblazing event for pioneering innovation in storytelling, formats, and platforms, the festival has welcomed everyone from Nobel Laureates and Oscar winners to viral creators and teen prodigies. Its mission: Honoring Stories Worth Telling. For all ages. All cultures. All media.
Press Contact: Crystal Z, Content Coordinator www.newmediafilmfestival.com/contact 2355 Westwood Blvd 381 LA CA 90064