The Brooklyn SciFi Film Festival Launches Today

In-person screenings Oct 7–10 in Greenpoint, Park Slope, Long Island City and Industry City; 200+ independent films from 34 countries stream online starting Oct 5

BROOKLYN, N.Y. — October 5, 2026 — The Brooklyn SciFi Film Festival (BSFFF) returns for its seventh season October 5–11, 2026, with four in-person screening events across Brooklyn and Queens and more than 200 independent science fiction films from 34 countries streaming online. This year's festival celebrates 60 years of Star Trek, launches a first-ever crossover with the Brooklyn Horror Film Festival, and brings back the Sixth Borough anthology series with a new episode each night.

"We're shaking things up a bit this year trying new venues, partnerships, and a first-time collaboration with The Brooklyn Horror Film Fest for a fright-night crossover event. But our mission remains the same, providing a 'Big Tent' festival that welcomes diversity in sci-fi storytelling and encourages new voices in film," said Michael Brown, Executive Director of the Brooklyn SciFi Film Festival.

In-person events

• Best of Brooklyn — Wednesday, October 7, 7–10 PM, Film Noir Cinema, 122 Meserole Ave., Greenpoint. Nine sci-fi short films by Brooklyn and NYC-based filmmakers, followed by a filmmaker Q&A and networking. Tickets & Details
• Nitehawk Brooklyn SciFi Festival Night — Thursday, October 8, 6:30–9:30 PM, Nitehawk Cinema Prospect Park, 188 Prospect Park West. The festival's premier program of sci-fi shorts from New York and around the world, [with this year's winners announced], followed by an after-party at Trees Lounge. Tickets & Details
• Friday Night Frights — Friday, October 9, 7–9 PM (cocktail mixer at 6:30), Stuart Cinema, 37-18 Northern Blvd., Long Island City. Seven sci-fi/horror shorts curated by the Brooklyn Horror Film Festival in the two festivals' first crossover event. Tickets & Details
• Celebrate 60: Star Trek Fan Event — Saturday, October 10, 1–4 PM, bkOne's Tom Kane Theatre, Industry City, 51 35th St., Bldg. 5, Sunset Park. Presented with NYC Star Trek MeetUp and St. Mark's Comics, this family-friendly afternoon features six Star Trek-inspired fan films, musical performances, life-size character photo opportunities, and comics and collectibles. Tickets & Details

Opening Night Party - Oct 5th, 6 to 9 pm

The festival opens Monday, October 5, with a free Opening Night Party (RSVP required) at Bubbles & Brews, 229 Bond St., Gowanus. 6 to 9pm.

Online festival

The Digital Pass unlocks 200+ films at watch.brooklynscififilmfest.com [through October 18]. Highlights include a Friday night Cineplex event streaming six feature films on October 9; Cult Epics' presentation of Nobuhiko Obayashi's 1981 cult classic School in the Crosshairs on October 10; and the online awards ceremony, including People's Choice winners, on Sunday, October 11, at 7 PM.

Tickets

In-person tickets start at $18 and the Digital Pass is available at brooklynscififilmfest.com or on Eventbrite.

About the Brooklyn SciFi Film Festival

BSFFF is on a mission to bring the best independent Sci-Fi films to one of the most innovative and creative hubs in the world: Brooklyn. This thrilling, week-long film festival features works by some of the most dynamic minds in the genre. Our panel of judges will again select the best films for recognition and live screenings, and all selections will be available to stream online with a festival pass.

BSFFF is a non-profit organization. We are always looking for volunteers and to reach more local filmmakers. Reach out at info@brooklynscififilmfest.com and join our mailing list for updates.