1st Annual Carpinteria Film Festival
**Events may have been canceled or postponed. Please contact the venue to confirm the event.
Date & Time
Fri, Sep 05 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sat, Sep 06 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sun, Sep 07 3:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Address (map)
4916 Carpinteria Ave
Venue (website)
The Alcazar Theatre
The Alcazar Theatre in Carpinteria is excited to host its inaugural Carpinteria Film Festival, a three-day event dedicated to celebrating local storytelling and creativity. Founded by Michael Lazaro, the owner of Carp Events and Board President of the Alcazar, the festival aims to provide a platform for filmmakers of all experience levels to showcase their short films.
“The Alcazar Theatre has been a gathering place since 1928,” said Lazaro. “This festival honors that legacy while creating space for new filmmakers to shine.”
Audiences can look forward to an eclectic lineup of short films spanning various genres, including drama, comedy, documentary, and experimental works. The festival not only highlights talented filmmakers but also fosters community engagement, showcasing Carpinteria’s vibrant arts scene.
Schedule of Events:
Friday, September 5, 4 PM to 9 PM: The opening night will feature a screening of eight short films. The evening will conclude with a guest performance by Burleigh Skidmore, followed by the feature film “Eternal Stoke: The Chris Brown Legacy” and a Q&A session with the filmmakers.
Saturday, September 6, 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM: The second day will feature a screening of twelve short films, culminating in the presentation of the feature film “Big Wave Guardians,” followed by a Q&A session with the filmmakers.
Sunday, September 7, 3 PM to 8:30 PM: Closing night will showcase eight short films, followed by a guest performance by Jackson Gillies. The evening will wrap up with the feature film “David Crosby: Remember My Name” and a Q&A session with the filmmakers.
