WorldFest-Houston has announced its 59th International Film Festival, running April 24-May 3, 2026, in Houston, Texas—with ten days of independent film premieres, red carpet events, panels, and the Remi Awards.
-- WorldFest-Houston has announced the return of its annual International Film Festival for a 59th edition, set to run April 24 through May 3, 2026, in Houston, Texas. The ten-day program will feature independent film premieres, red carpet events, panels, filmmaker workshops, industry mixers, and the Remi Awards ceremony.
More details are available at https://www.worldfest.org/
The festival announcement arrives as independent cinema continues to expand its global footprint. The global independent film market reached $8.6 billion in 2025, according to Market Intelo, with streaming platforms and festival circuits together driving wider access to non-studio productions. WorldFest 59 enters that landscape as one of the longest-running platforms dedicated exclusively to independent voices.
Founded in 1961 and formalized as a competitive international festival in 1968, WorldFest-Houston is widely regarded as one of the oldest independent film festivals. The event attracts submissions from over 60 countries and has recognized early work from filmmakers such as Steven Spielberg, George Lucas, and Ang Lee.
The 2026 edition features a 10-day lineup that includes screenings, red carpet events, panel discussions, and networking opportunities. Event organizers say the program has been designed to encourage interaction between filmmakers and audiences while giving industry professionals space to connect and collaborate.
Additional experiences tied to the festival include closing-day events, such as a tour of NASA’s Space Center Houston and a Day on the Bay with the Houston Yacht Club, offering attendees a blend of cinematic and cultural experiences.
The competitive program centers on the Remi Awards, named after painter and illustrator Frederic Remington. The awards span more than 200 sub-categories across ten major sections, covering narrative features, documentaries, short films, student productions, screenplays, and new media. A Grand Remi is presented to the top entry in each category, with selected winners eligible for screenings on Cinemark’s big screens.
WorldFest Houston aims to recognize creative excellence in film and video while supporting cultural tourism in Houston and advancing independent filmmaking worldwide. The festival is curated by a team with deep roots in the arts and is currently led by Festival Director Katy Lea Cannon, who continues to focus on supporting emerging and established storytellers.
Those interested in attending can learn more about the event and purchase 20% off passes using WF59 https://www.worldfest.org/
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Name: Katy Lea
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Organization: WorldFest-Houston International Film Festival
Address: 9898 Bissonnet Ste #650, Houston, Texas 77036, United States
Website: https://www.worldfest.org/
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