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ATHENS IS A FILM TOWN.

A film festival is an engine—drawing audiences, businesses, and ideas while strengthening our community and sustaining the art of cinema.

Sponsor 2026 Download Deck

"The South's Best Cities 2024"
- Southern Living

"Coolest College Town"
- BBC

"Most Underrated Destination"
- HuffPost

"17 Most Beautiful Downtowns"
- World Atlas

2025 BY THE NUMBERS

Athens shows up for film. Attendance jumped 20% in our second year.

1,200

Attendees in 2025

80%

Of events sold out

100+

International Films

62%

Return Rate

HONESTLY, GOALS.

We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Your sponsorship creates real impact.

Elevate Athens as a Film Destination: You help solidify Athens' reputation as a dynamic film town, driving tourism and economic growth by drawing attendees from outside the region.
Fostering Global Cinema: You champion diverse stories by supporting the programming of over 100 international films.
Supporting the Local Ecosystem: Sponsorship directly empowers the local creative community by funding initiatives like Production Grants and Youth-Led Media Coverage for local students.
Bringing Industry Impact: You facilitate major industry connections, supporting travel and lodging for filmmakers and professionals, and advancing the festival’s goal to become an Oscar-Qualifying event.

2026 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

From community partnerships to exclusive naming rights.

THEY LIKE US!

"The atmosphere and attention towards the filmmakers was one of a kind only matched by the warmth and close knit community. I cannot wait to come back."

- Neil Watson

Director, "Monster in the Closet"

"Our screening was a sold-out show at a beautiful venue... It's a must for any filmmaker looking for a warm, fun, and professional festival experience."

- Karie Ellsworth

Director, "Hockeytown"

"Athens is the BEST kind of Festival experience. A passionate, caring, and devoted crew of film lovers putting on something to celebrate an art form they care deeply about, and it shows."

- Will Sterling

Director, "A Cell Phone Movie"

"...Incredibly packed festival with excellent opportunities for young filmmakers and a very loyal and engaged audience base. I would definitely suggest this one."