The 11th Annual Blackbird Film Festival returns to Cortland, New York for a weekend full of films, workshops, parties, and more!

Schedule

Friday, April 25, 2025

Filmmaker Check In

2:30 - 3 PM @ SUNY Cortland - Old Main

Grab your FREE popcorn and settle in for a full weekend of films, festivities, and fun with a welcome from festival staff!

Rising Stars

3 - 5 PM @ Brown Auditorium Theater

A creative mix of films made by students and young filmmakers who are destined for greatness!

Welcome Reception

5 - 6 PM @ SUNY Cortland - Old Main

Join Blackbird and the Cortland Media Production students for appetizers and cash bar!

Friday Night Feels

6 - 8 PM @ Brown Auditorium Theater

Time to sit back, relax and enjoy a wonderful evening of films that will make you feel all the feels on this Friday night!

2025 KickOff Party

8:30 - 11 PM @ BRU64

Join Blackbird at BRU64 for our 2025 KickOff Party and get pumped for a weekend full of new experiences!

Cost: Free and Open to Everyone!!!

Date: April 25 - 27, 2025