In Person January 25 - 29, 2023 | Extended Virtually January 29 - February 5, 2023
The Denton Black Film Festival has grown into a five-day event that allows you, our guest, to immerse yourself in some of the best artistic showcases of Black cinema, music, spoken word, art and more.
What to Expect
POETRY SLAM COMPETITION
2 1/2 DAY TEC(h) EXPO
WORKSHOPS + PANELS
FEATURE CONCERT
SOCIALS + AFTER PARTIES
2 1/2 Days of Technology, Education, & Culture
Collaborations + Programming
Plus! Be a part of the Festival!
For Spoken Word Artists
The annual Get Down and Slam competition returns. Sign up to get behind the mic before the slots fill up!Â
Submit Film/Original Music Video
See your work on the big screen. Our competitive program is open to multiple film categories with prizes included. [submissions closed]
Enter Hack-a-Thon
DBFF partnered with the NAACP to bring a hackathon to the TEC Expo. Contest open to middle school students in DFW area.Â
Newest Updates
What's Happening at the 2023 Festival
Keynote David C. Williams to speak at DBFF 2023 TEC Expo
Tech Keynote David C. Williams speaks Friday January 27, 2023. David is responsible for hyper-automation & emerging technology to transform Customer/Employee Experience and Cost Structure for his organization. He leads the largest Robotics Process Automation program worldwide.
DBFF Gives Audiences a Glimpse Into the Different College Experiences of Black Students
In film block ‘HBCU vs. PWI’, filmmakers take us on a journey of the illustrious Hampton University and prestigious Southern Methodist University.
McKinney, Texas native set to makes us Laugh Out Loud
McKinney’s own Angelia Walker lights up the comedy stages throughout the Metroplex and will headline the Denton Black Film Festival’s Laugh Out Loud Comedy Night at Patterson-Appleton Arts Center, Friday, January 27th at 8 p.m. Also on the lineup, comedians Derrick Cakley, Mary Boyce, Payton Payne, and host, Katina Butler.
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The Denton Black Film Festival (DBFF) in its 9th year is an inclusive, Black cultural experience with film at its heart and spotlights on other forms of storytelling, like spoken word, art, music, comedy, and dance. We also highlight social justice issues through films and panel discussions. After pivoting to a virtual experience in 2021 and 2022 we look forward to returning to an in-person Festival with virtual components. Once again, we invite you to visit, bring a friend and #ExperienceCulture.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
General FAQ
The Denton Black Film Festival has been around for 9 years. Each year growing larger. The visiting audience is diverse and welcome to all regardless of age, race, gender, or creed. There’s something for everyone as we showcase Black culture.
Early Bird sales starts December 11th. Regular ticket prices begin December 18th.
The Denton Black Film Festival is located at various venues in downtown Denton, Texas. Most venues are within walking distance. Locations include: NCTC, Margo Jones Performance Hall at TWU, UNT on the square, Campus Theater, Denton Civic Center and more.
We have a list of local hotels of various rates in order to make your DBFF planning visit experience a lot easier. Compare rates and pay attention to cutoff dates to discount rates for reservations. Visit here.
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