Black cinema takes centre stage in Windsor this August.

The Windsor International Black Film Festival (WIBFF) 2026 is a four-day celebration of Black film, storytelling and culture, bringing together filmmakers, industry professionals and audiences from August 13–16, 2026.

The festival showcases films and stories from across the African diaspora while creating opportunities for filmmakers and creatives to connect, learn and build relationships through screenings, workshops, panels, industry conversations and networking.

What to expect

August 13 — Business Symposium
The festival opens with a Business Symposium at the Quality Inn in Windsor, creating space for professional development, industry conversations and networking.

August 14–15 — Film Screenings
Black cinema and stories from across the diaspora will be showcased at the School of Creative Arts Armouries Building in downtown Windsor.

August 16 — Gala Awards Night & Red Carpet
WIBFF closes at Caesars Windsor with its Gala Awards Night and Red Carpet, recognizing Black filmmaking, creativity and storytelling.

Throughout the festival, attendees can also expect workshops, panel discussions, networking opportunities and cultural experiences.

Location

⚠️ This is a multi-venue festival, so I would mention all three locations rather than making it look like everything happens at the Quality Inn.

Opening / Business Symposium
Quality Inn
Goyeau Street
Windsor, ON N9A 1H3

Film Screenings — August 14–15
School of Creative Arts Armouries Building
353 Freedom Way
Windsor, ON

Gala Awards Night & Red Carpet — August 16
Caesars Windsor
Windsor, ON

You should know

If you’re a Black Canadian filmmaker, actor, screenwriter, director, producer, videographer, film student or digital storyteller, WIBFF is particularly worth knowing about.

Film festivals aren’t only about watching films. They can also be places to meet collaborators, learn how the industry works, build relationships and get your work in front of new audiences.

And having a Black film festival happening in Windsor matters. It creates another Canadian space where Black stories aren’t sitting on the sidelines — they’re the programming.

Who should attend

WIBFF is relevant for filmmakers, actors, writers, producers, directors, content creators, film students, industry professionals and anyone interested in Black cinema and storytelling.

Tickets: WIBFF 2026 tickets on Eventbrite