The First Cut Horror Film Festival 2026
Schedule
Sat Oct 10 2026 at 11:00 am to 11:45 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Jengo's Playhouse | Wilmington, NC
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Event Page: https://firstcutfilmfest2026.eventive.org/About The Festival
This will be the 3rd year of the First Cut Film Festival and lots of surprises are waiting for you! We will showcase films in the horror, macabre and/or obscure genres. The goal of the festival is to bring together talented independent filmmakers and film lovers, capturing Wilmington’s love of horror right in time for the Halloween season. We are currently accepting film submissions and sponsorships.
The Event will Feature:
• Four 90-minute film blocks containing a mix of local, national and international films
• Director Q&A and awards given after each block
• Time for mingling and connecting in the Jengo’s back bar between each block
• An opening launch party on Friday, October 3rd for sponsors and filmmakers
• An after party at Jengo's on Saturday, October 4th that is open to the public
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Become a Sponsor
Our sponsors will be getting in on the ground floor of what will become an annual and beloved community festival. The First Cut Horror Film Festival is benefiting from the mentorship of the Cucalorus organization by being held at its headquarters - Jengo’s Playhouse.
We have 4 levels of sponsorship starting at $50.
Please reach out to us to learn more about supporting Wilmington’s only horror film festival at [email protected].
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Event Page: https://firstcutfilmfest2026.eventive.org/
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Where is it happening?
Jengo's Playhouse, 815 Princess St, Wilmington, NC 28401-4243, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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