About the Festival

Now celebrating its 29th year, the American Black Film Festival remains the preeminent event of its kind, empowering Black artists and spotlighting a diverse array of entertainment content created by and for individuals of African descent. An event like no other, the festival brings together enthusiasts of Black culture alongside industry executives and content creators from across the globe for five days filled with screenings, engaging talk events, exclusive parties, and invaluable networking opportunities.

This year’s festival opened on June 11, running through June 15 in Miami Beach. Registration is located at the Miami Beach Convention Center (2nd floor), 1901 Convention Center Dr. (enter at 18th St. & Washington Ave). Registration hours are:

  • Wednesday, June 11 | 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
  • Thursday, June 12 | 9:00 am – 7:00 pm
  • Friday, June 13 | 9:00 am – 7:00 pm
  • Saturday, June 14 | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Following the in-person festival, the online segment will begin June 16-24 on ABFF PLAY.

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Film Screenings

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HBO® Short Film Award Showcase
Narrative Features
Documentary Features
Series
Black & Unlimited Fatherhood Director’s Showcase
South African Stories
VOICES OF CULTURE

Event Lineup

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The South African Collective

The American Black Film Festival (ABFF) is proud to announce a groundbreaking collaboration with the Art in Black Foundation to present The South African Collective—a debut curatorial art exhibition spotlighting five dynamic visual artists from South Africa. Curated by Allana Foster of Cur8Africa and open exclusively to festival attendees, this exhibition marks the inaugural fine art initiative of the Art in Black Foundation, founded by visionary young creative Ellis Friday. The South African Collective represents an exciting evolution in ABFF’s programming, expanding the festival’s cultural offerings to include global visual art in dialogue with Black film, media, and storytelling. Download catalog.

Thursday, June 12 | 11:00 am – 6:00 pm

Friday, June 13 | 11:00 am – 8:00 pm

Saturday, June 14 | 11:00 am – 8:00 pm

Our Home in Miami Beach

Miami Beach, the vibrant host city of the American Black Film Festival for 20 years, perfectly reflects the festival’s commitment to creativity, community, and culture. With its stunning beaches, dynamic art scene, and world-class entertainment, Miami Beach offers an unparalleled backdrop for our celebration of Black excellence in film. Combining sun, style, and sophistication, this iconic city enhances the festival experience, making it the ideal setting for our world-class event.

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Beyond the Festival

The impact of the ABFF brand, extends far beyond our annual gathering in Miami Beach. Through various initiatives, partnerships, and platforms, ABFF serves as a vital hub for showcasing the extraordinary talent of Black creatives around the world and throughout the year

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