Don’t miss the Black Arts and Film Festival, where you’ll experience the magic of artistic expression and cultural diversity in the heart of St. Pete from Feb. 22-25.
ST. PETERSBURG — The Black Art and Film Festival is thrilled to announce its upcoming event, which will take place from Feb. 22-25. This eagerly anticipated festival is set to captivate audiences with a dynamic showcase of artistic expression, thought-provoking films and engaging networking opportunities.
Attendees can expect an exhilarating lineup of events, including intriguing indie shorts, stimulating documentaries and body-rocking music videos that celebrate Black artists and filmmakers’ rich diversity and creativity. The festival will also feature highly educational workshops designed to inspire and empower emerging talents and instantly connect networking parties that offer a unique opportunity to engage with top indie professionals in a lively and inclusive atmosphere.
Cranston Cumberbatch is an award-winning actor, writer, director, producer and vocalist on stage and in film.
“We are proud to present the Black Art and Film Festival as a platform where creative minds come to intertwine,” said the festival director, Cranstan Cumberbatch. “This event is a celebration of diversity, innovation and the power of storytelling. We are excited to bring together artists, filmmakers and industry professionals to showcase their work and connect with a community of like-minded individuals.”
Tickets for the Black Art and Film Festival are on sale now, and organizers encourage all art and film enthusiasts to secure their spots early to ensure they don’t miss out on this extraordinary celebration of creativity and cultural exchange.
To learn more about the festival and to purchase tickets, please visit Blackartandfilmfestival.com and follow on Instagram.
2024 Black Arts and Film Festival Schedule
Thursday, Feb. 22
Event: BAFF23 Kickoff Party & Cocktail Social
Location: The Factory (The Warehouse in Bldg. 3), 2622 Fairfield Ave. S, St. Petersburg
Time: 7-10:30 p.m.
Friday, Feb. 23
Event: St. Pete/ Clearwater Film Commission Filmmakers Artist Tour
Location: Urban Drinkery, 2184 9th Ave. S, St. Petersburg
Time: 10-2 p.m.
Friday, Feb. 23 (night)
Event: BAFF Documentary & Indie Shorts with Visual Arts Display
Location: The Factory, 2622 Fairfield Ave. S, St. Petersburg
Time: 7-11 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 24 (afternoon)
Event: BAFF Indie Professional Workshops (acting, writing, art in film, music in film, surviving as an artist)
Location: The Factory, 2622 Fairfield Ave. S, St. Petersburg
Time: 12-4 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 24 (evening)
Event: BAFF Feature Films/Music Videos/ Web Series Showcase
Location: The Factory, 2622 Fairfield Ave. S, St. Petersburg
Time: 4-10 p.m.
Sunday, Feb. 25
Event: Black Art and Excellence Filmmakers Brunch Mixer
Location: 31 Grand, 3063 Central Ave., St. Petersburg
Time: 12-3 p.m.
Sunday, Feb. 25
Event: BAFF Features/ Indie Shorts
Location: The Factory, 2622 Fairfield Ave. S, St. Petersburg
Time: 2:30-9:30 p.m.
Sunday, Feb. 25
Event: BAFF Award Presentations & Nick Davis Artist of the Year Presentation
Location: The Factory, 2622 Fairfield Ave. S, St. Petersburg
Time: 9:30-10:30 p.m.
Sunday, Feb 25
Event: BAFF Closing Ceremony After Party
Location: The Factory, 2622 Fairfield Ave. S, St. Petersburg
10-Midnight
