Fantastic Fest
September 17-24, 2026
Alamo Drafthouse
fantasticfest.com
One of the largest genre festivals in the country, this eight-day long film festival features screenings of the newest horror, fantasy, sci-fi, and action media, as well as conversations with creators and themed parties. Among the fest’s 35 world premieres are serpentine opening night film Beware Boíuna and survival horror The Swallow.
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