Thanks in part to our presenting partner the Challenger Learning Center, get ready for a marathon of films over 3 days, participate in post-film discussions with filmmakers from around the country, enjoy live music, food trucks, pop-ups, and mingle with filmmakers and fellow film enthusiasts at our parties!
At-a-glance
Theaters | Box Office | Friday Night Party | Hotels | Filmmaker Brunch | Parking
Theaters
Individual tickets to feature films and shorts programs can be purchased at the door of the theater, the day of the event. Passes or tickets purchased online can only be picked up at the Festival box office.
Theater #1
Challenger Learning Center
IMAX Theater
200 S Duval St
in Kleman Plaza
Theater #2
Challenger Learning Center
Fogg Theater
200 S Duval St
in Kleman Plaza
Theater #3
Challenger Learning Center
Cinema Room B
200 S Duval St
in Kleman Plaza
Theater #4
Cap City Video Lounge
Hal Drewek Theater
2122 W Pensacola St
Additional Parking is located behind the building.
Theater #5
Kleman Plaza outdoors on the green Saturday, October 10
306 S Duval St
Parking is available in the Kleman Plaza garage or along the street. Blankets and lawn chairs are allowed. Pets are not allowed on the green space. Public restrooms are available.
Venue #6
621 Gallery – “The Way Things Are” Art Exhibition. First Friday, October 2
625 Railroad Square
in the Railroad Square Arts District
Box Office
Where to Pick Up Your Passes & Tickets
Individual tickets to feature films and shorts programs can be purchased at the show, the day of the event. Passes or tickets purchased online can only be picked up:
Thursday 10/8/26 between 6:00 PM and 9:30 PM; Friday 10/9/26 starting at 12:00PM; or Saturday 10/10/26 starting at 10:45 AM at our box office inside the Challenger Learning Center in Kleman Plaza.
200 S Duval St
FRIDAY NIGHT PARTY!
The credits may have rolled on that film you just watched, but the night is still young! Join filmmakers, cast, and crew for an exclusive after-party at The Assembly on Adams to continue the conversation. Just steps from the Challenger Learning Center — trade insights, celebrate the festival’s best, and make connections that last long after the final scene. More details coming soon.
What
- Open to all pass and ticket holders
- Catered by Social Catering & Events
- Cash bar
- Drink tickets accepted for VIP Passholders & Filmmakers
Where
Assembly on Adams – Downtown just steps from the Challenger Learning Center — map to it using:
225 S Adams St, Tallahassee, FL 32301
Valet parking is available directly in front of Hayward House. Street parking is available throughout the downtown area.
Look for the yellow TFF flag outside the venue.
Friday, October 9, 10:00 PM to Midnight
Filmmaker Brunch
Our annual Sunday Filmmaker & VIP red carpet brunch and meet & greet will be hosted in the Challenger Learning Center IMAX Exhibit Hall at 200 S Duval St.
Enjoy breakfast stations sponsored by Dear Sunday Cafe, plus brunch cocktails on tap.
This year’s signature drink is sponsored by Ology Brewing Company. Cheers!
Sunday, October 11, 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Parking
For Theaters #1, 2, 3, and 5
The Kleman Parking Garage is the closest public parking garage to the Challenger Learning Center and the Plaza. Entrances to the Kleman Parking Garage are located on South Duval Street and South Bronough Streets. Additional parking is available at metered street spots and other public lots located throughout downtown Tallahassee using the ParkMobile App.
Kleman Parking Garage parking rates:
| Saturday & Sunday | $1 all day |
For Theater #4
Parking is available in front of and behind Theater #5, Cap City Video Lounge.
Street and unpaved parking lots are available in Railroad Square Arts District directly outside Venue #6, 621 Gallery.