Amarillo’s Film Festival Is Back; Here’s What You Need to Know

Amarillo is known for many things. We have Cadillac Ranch, the 72-oz steak challenge, Sod Poodles baseball, and being the place George Strait sang about in one of country music’s most iconic songs..

One thing you might not think about when it comes to Amarillo is film. No one would fault you for not thinking that Amarillo has a vibrant film community, but it does. From having Sharpened Iron Studios to a film commission and film society, Amarillo loves the movies.

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International Film Festival Returns to Amarillo

This year will see the return of the Amarillo International Film Festival in October. It is a three-day festival that celebrates the magic of filmmaking, and it happens in the heart of the Texas Panhandle.

The festival begins on October 9 with a VIP reception, screening, and Q&A session moderated by Karen Welch. The event will last from 6 PM to 9 PM.

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Friday and Saturday both run for 12 hours, and allow you to see a wide variety of films. Both days start at 9 AM and last until 9 PM. There are also education sessions planned for both days to give you insight into the film industry in Texas.

Arts In The Sunset Is The Home For This Year's International Film Festival

The Amarillo International Film Festival will be held at Arts In The Sunset this year. According to a recent press release, this year's festival will feature films from seven foreign countries, ten states, and several made in Texas. This includes films by local makers.

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Tickets for the 2025 Amarillo International Film Festival go on sale on August 11. A complete schedule for the festival will be released in early September.

Amarillo has a lot to offer, and this is an excellent reminder of that. There's more going on in this city than you would probably expect, and that includes the movies.