Bates Film Festival

Schedule

Fri May 15 2026 at 10:30 am to 04:30 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Downtown Library - 5 Monument Square, Portland, ME, United States, Maine 04101 | Portland, ME

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Portland Public Library is pleased to once again host screenings and panel discussions as part of the Bates Film Festival! This annual event celebrates emerging filmmakers and thoughtful storytelling, bringing engaging films and conversations to the community.
For schedule updates and event details, please visit the festival’s website: https://batesfilmfestival.com/

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