It's Gasparilla season, which means the return of some of Tampa's favorite annual events! The Gasparilla International Film Festival (GIFF), a fan favorite, returns on March 3-8, 2026, for its 19th year at Tampa Theatre with another fantastic lineup and some special guests!
Our quick guide covers the film festival schedule, packages, and important info before you go.
<div id="c3be0912bb716eee4ca644c1dfc4ecde4"></div>Gasparilla International Film Festival
- Dates: March 3-8, 2026
- Where: Tampa Theatre
- Address: 711 N Franklin St, Tampa, FL 33602
The Gasparilla International Film Festival is a cultural arts institution that inspires, educates, and entertains Tampa Bay’s diverse population. This annual celebration of film, year-round events, community outreach, and social awareness initiatives fosters communication, generates economic impact, and provides support for the film industry of Tampa Bay and the State of Florida.
Over the last 19 years, GIFF has hosted thousands of filmmakers, talent, producers, and film buffs, along with countless World Premieres, USA Premieres, and Florida Premiere film screenings. Couples that love the arts are going to love the quality films this festival brings to the Tampa Bay Area.
Film screenings will take place at the Tampa Theatre along with select AMC Theatres. Be sure to check your ticket info.
Additional locations
- AMC Westshore: 210 Westshore Plaza, Tampa, FL 33609
- University of Tampa Ferman Center for the Arts The Charlene A. Gordon Theater: 214 N Blvd, Tampa, FL 33606
Film Festival Packages
2026 Unlimited Film Screening Pass – $150 (does not include special event party tickets
- Unlimited Film Screening Pass
- GALA Film Screening Tickets
- Filmmaker lounge access
2026 Producer Pass – $350
- Unlimited Film Screening Pass
- Opening Night VIP Reception Tikcet
- Closing Night Wrap Party Ticket
- GALA Film Screening Tickets
- Filmmaker lounge access
2026 Red Carpet VIP Pass – $750
- Unlimited Film Screening Pass
- Opening Night VIP Reception Tikcet
- Closing Night Wrap Party Ticket
- GALA Film Screening Tickets
- Front of line access to all films
- Early entry to events
- Filmmaker lounge access
- Meet and greet opportunities
- GIFF Swag
- Red Carpet pass holder events
Tickets can be purchased online and include all-access screening passes and packages. Individual tickets range from $15-$20 per showing.
Featured image from @GasparillaFilm
Gasparilla International Film Festival Schedule
Check out part of the schedule for this year's Gasparilla International Film Festival below! You can find the full schedule of events on their website.
Tuesday, March 3
Opening Night VIP Reception
When: 5 p.m.
Where: Vault Courtyard
Opening Night Film: She Dances
When: 7 p.m.
Location: Tampa Theatre
Wednesday, march 4
Short Film Program 1 – Local Tampa Bay Shorts (Comedy/Drama)
When: 5 p.m.
Where: AMC Theater 1
MALA
When: 7 p.m.
Where: AMC Theater 1
Short Film Program 2 – Local Tampa Bay Shorts (Horror/Thriller)
When: 9 p.m.
Where: AMC Theater 1
Thursday, March 5
Short Film Program 3 – Local/Tampa Bay Shorts (Documentary)
When: 5:15 p.m.
Where: AMC Theater 1
The Murders of Seminole Heights
When: 6:45 p.m.
Where: AMC Theater 1
When Pigs Fly
When: 8:30 p.m.
Where: AMC Theater 1
Friday, March 6
Industry Panel 1 – Film Finance
When: 4:30 p.m.
Where: AMC Theater 5
The Blackened Charte; A Search for buried treasure
When: 5 p.m.
Where: AMC Theater 2
Short Film Program 4 – U.S. Narrative Shorts (Comedy)
When: 5:30 p.m.
Where: AMC Theater 1
Mistake
When: 6:45 p.m.
Where: AMC Theater 5
Alicia in Wonderland
When: 7 p.m.
Where: AMC Theater 2
A Portrait of a Postman
When: 7:30 p.m.
Where: AMC Theater 1
Bill Knight
When: 9 p.m.
Where: AMC Theater 2
To find the complete schedule for this year's Gasparilla Film Festival, click here.