5th Anniversary DADDYING FILM FESTIVAL & FORUM (FREE!)

Schedule

Fri, 30 Jan, 2026 at 04:00 pm to Sat, 31 Jan, 2026 at 06:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

American University | Washington, DC

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Join us in person for the 5th Anniversary DADDYING FILM FESTIVAL & FORUM—celebrating dads on the big screen!
About this Event

Join Us for the 5th Anniversary DADDYING FILM FESTIVAL & FORUM!

Get ready for an amazing in-person celebration of films all about the importance of dad involment and dad life. This festival is the perfect chance to watch inspiring stories, connect with fellow film lovers, and dive into eye-opening discussions at the forum. Don't miss out on this special milestone event where creativity meets heart. And yes, there'll be lots of POPCORN! See you there!



Friday - Professional Day

🕑: 04:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Welcome and Refreshments
Host: Allan Shedlin
🕑: 04:30 PM - 06:30 PM
Screening D3F 2026 Atticus Award-winning Student, Dad & Indie Short Films
🕑: 06:30 PM - 07:00 PM
Q&A + Refreshments
🕑: 07:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Screening 2026 Atticus Award-winning Best Feature Film
Saturday - Family Day

🕑: 01:00 PM - 01:30 PM
Welcome + Refreshments
Host: Sarah Love, MD State Senator
🕑: 01:30 PM - 02:00 PM
Opening Performance
Host: Bele Bele Rhythm Collective

Info: The Bele Bele Rhythm Collective was originally founded in 2008 by Drumlady Kristen Arant. It's mission is to use drumming, poetry, movement, song and performance to uplift all voices, and empower their authentic selves.


🕑: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Screening D3F Atticus Award-winning Student, Dad & Indie Short Films
🕑: 03:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Break + Q&A
🕑: 03:30 PM - 05:30 PM
Screening Atticus Award-winning Best Feature Film
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American University, 4400 Massachusetts Avenue Northwest, Washington, United States

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