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THE FESTIVAL RETURNS NOVEMBER 12TH – 15TH 2026
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All Access Pass
The all access pass gives you FULL ACCESS to ALL Parties and Movies in the 2026 Fairhope Film Festival
Unlimited Movie Pass
The Unlimited Movie Pass gives you access to ALL showings at the 2026 Fairhope Film Festival.
Opening Night Movie: “Luck My life”
Premiering for the FIRST TIME IN THE U.S. at the 2026 Fairhope Film Festival Luck My Life is Directed by Eric Wong, and follows a man born with a silver spoon.
The man is an arrogant mahjong player who loses all his luck. Now, he has to re-learn the game and will soon discover the joy and principles of life over the mahjong table.
The final match will be his one shot to turn his life around.
Opening Night event: mAHJONG CROWN CLASSIC TOURNAMENT
Who will take the crown?
Join the Fairhope Film Festival and Mahjong By The Bay for the Mahjong Crown Classic in honor of the U.S. PREMIERE of LUCK MY LIFE, our Opening Night film!
2026 fairhope filmmakers’ 48-hour scramble
Participants have 48 hours to write, film, edit and submit a 4 min. to 6 min. short film using assigned elements. Don’t miss your opportunity to showcase your skills.
Register your team today.
This is More Than Just a Film Festival.
Each year we showcase independent films, bringing fresh voices and ideas to the big screen in Fairhope, Alabama.
This isn’t just about watching movies…
It’s about connecting with our community, sparking new conversations, and celebrating the art of film.
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Looking to Sponsor your business or organization?
Our sponsors include a list of Local, State, and National organizations including: The Grand Hotel in Fairhope AL, Pitman Insurance Agency, Alabama Travel, Fairhope Brewing Company, Pepsi, R Bistro, University of South Alabama, and more.
Want to be more involved?
Contact us for our volunteer opportunities and be an integral part of the Fairhope Film Festival!
We award a volunteer at each year’s award ceremony for “Volunteer of the Year”.
Sherry Sullivan
Mayor of Fairhope
Greetings From Our Mayor
Welcome to Fairhope for the 14th Annual Fairhope Film Festival. We are delighted to have you here for this year’s festival and hope you enjoy experiencing the creativity and talent that make this event so special.
Fairhope has a long appreciation for the arts, and this festival offers a wonderful opportunity to experience compelling films, creative storytelling and perspectives from near and far.
While you’re here, I encourage you to experience more of Fairhope beyond the festival. Visit our local shops and restaurants, spend some time outdoors in our beautiful parks and along our trails, and enjoy the unique character of our community.
We hope you have a wonderful time in Fairhope and leave with great memories—and plenty of reasons to visit us again!
Sherry Sullivan, Mayor
City of Fairhope
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