Las Cruces International Film Festival 2026

Join us for our 11th year of the Las Cruces International Film Festival (LCI Film Fest). Celebrates independent film-making from around the globe in the majestic Southwestern town of Las Cruces, New Mexico. The festival strives to bring the best in narrative features, documentaries, short subjects, animation and foreign language films in all genres to its indie audience. It provides a rich educational opportunity to filmmakers, students and the general public alike through its on-site workshops, panel discussions and seminars.

The 10th Annual festival features five days of independent films:

Dates: April 8-12, 2026

Location: Cineport 10 - Allen Theaters

700 South Telshor Boulevard

Las Cruces, New Mexico

The 2026 Las Cruces International Film Festival includes independent film screenings in multiple categories, panels and workshops, VIP after-parties and celebrity appearances.

Discounts offered to: Military, Medical and School Student/Faculty. Please inquire about discount code.

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