🎥 MVAAFF 2026 Guide
A complete, day-by-day schedule of films, panels, parties, and speakers at the 2026 Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival
With nine days of screenings, conversations, special events, and parties, the 2026 Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival returns August 7–15 for its 24th year. This MVacay Pocket Guide makes it easier to keep track of the full festival schedule.
🗓️ Festival Dates: August 7–15, 2026
📍 All screenings take place at the Martha’s Vineyard Performing Arts Center, 100 Edgartown–Vineyard Haven Road, Oak Bluffs
ℹ️ Registration and festival information begin daily at 10:30am
⚠️ The festival itinerary is subject to change without notice
🎟️ Tickets for individual films, panels, and day passes are on sale now. Check mvaaff.com and MVAAFF’s social channels for live updates.
This post was updated August 4, 2026.
✨ What’s New or Different for 2026
This year’s itinerary also includes more nominee designations throughout the film schedule, two separate Summer White After Parties, and the Celebration of Cinema and Culture at the Martha’s Vineyard Museum.
🎬 Daily Schedule: What’s Playing + Where to Be
🗝️ How to Use MVacay’s Guide
🎬 = Film screening or film block
💬 = Conversation or panel following a screening
🛋️ = Vineyard Lounge Programming
🏆 = Festival nominee
🎉 = Party, reception, or special event
🎟️ = Individual tickets available
❌ = Passholder-only event
🛋️ Vineyard Lounge Programming
The Vineyard Lounge has a separate schedule of panels, conversations, screenings, and brand activations throughout the festival. Unless otherwise noted, Lounge events take place on the grounds of the Martha’s Vineyard Performing Arts Center.