# Event Details - **Event Name**: Charlotte Asian Film Festival + After Party 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 29 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 29 Aug, 2026 at 08:00 pm - **Event Description**: Celebrate Asian stories, right here in the Carolinas as Charlotte Asian Film Festival returns for it's 4th year running in the Queen City.About this EventCelebrate Asian Stories at the Charlotte Asian Film FestivalThe Charlotte Asian Film Festival returns for its 4th edition!Join us for a full day of inspiring local, national, and international films that celebrate the richness and diversity of Asian and Asian American stories. Hosted at , this year's festival will also feature a special community conversation exploring Asian mental health and media representation, bringing together filmmakers, advocates, and community leaders to discuss how storytelling can reduce stigma, foster understanding, and create meaningful change. Stick around for the after-party outside of IPH! Saturday, August 29, 202610:00 AM – 8:00 PMIndependent Picture House | Charlotte, NC4237 Raleigh StCharlotte, NC 28213Presented by the Carolinas Asian American Chamber of Commerce (CAACC) and the Asian American Foundation for the Carolinas (AAFC), the festival is made possible through the generous support of the City of Charlotte Creative Growth Grant, Barings, the Arts & Science Council Venue Grant, Independent Picture House, and our valued community partners, sponsors, filmmakers, volunteers, and local arts and cultural organizations.Experience powerful films, meaningful conversations, and unforgettable stories that connect cultures and celebrate the voices shaping our community.Film ScreeningsDiverse selection of short films, features, and documentaries—each with English subtitlesStories that explore Asian identity, culture, and heritageFilmmaker Q&A SessionsAsian Media + Mental Health Panel Discussion at 11AM with NAMI Charlotte, Tarang, UNC Charlotte and community partnersEngage with storytellers and learn the creative process behind their workAwards & HighlightsAwards for Local (Carolinas) and International submissionsNetworking with creatives, cultural leaders, and film enthusiastsBONUS: After-Festival Block Party! The celebration continues at Independent Picture House and Eighty Eight with food trucks, artisans, local vendors, performers, jazz!Want to volunteer, sponsor, or partner? Visit CharlotteAsianFilmFestival.org to get involved!The Charlotte Asian Film Festival is presented by the Carolinas Asian-American Chamber of Commerce (CAACC) and Asian American Foundation for the Carolinas (AAFC). The festival is made possible through the generous support of the City of Charlotte Creative Growth Grant, Barings, the Arts and Science Council Venue Access Grant, and Independent Picture House, with community partnerships from The Charlotte Film Society, CLT is Creative, CLT Asian Eats, CLTure, Civility Localized, Fifth Third Bank, MAYA Studios, Mint Hill Marketing, NAMI Charlotte, Rebrand Media Agency, Saathee Magazine, Social Media Club Charlotte, and Tarang.Special thanks to our founding support and advisors: Anand Kothari, the India Association of Charlotte, Savvy Pioneer, Thrive Hub CLT, and UNC Charlotte, whose vision, collaboration, and early support helped establish and grow the Charlotte Asian Film Festival. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/74c58420-a362-11f1-9988-bfc638c33a5a-rimg-w572-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg https://youtu.be/y5JdIUrEaqc?si=iZYK4Q7CkRi5HrIPPress + MediaQC Life: WFAE: https://www.wfae.org/race-equity/2026-08-12/charlotte-asian-film-festival-returns-to-highlight-culture-identity-and-mental-healthAsia Carolinas: https://asiacarolinas.org/whats-on/august-29-charlotte-asian-film-festivalSaathee Magazine: https://saathee.com/event_calender/charlotte-asian-film-festival/Agenda?: 09:45 AM - 10:00 AMRegistration/Check-in?: 10:00 AM - 10:15 AMWelcome, Open Remarks?: 10:20 AM - 12:00 PMAsian Media + Mental Health Panel Info: Asian Media + Mental Health Panel Discussion after Colonel Kalsi film screening.?: 12:30 PM - 04:30 PMFilm Screening in 2 Theaters, Special Cultural Performances?: 04:30 PM - 05:30 PMAwards Presentation, Closing Remarks?: 05:00 PM - 08:00 PMAfter Party, Outdoors IPH - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlotte/charlotte-asian-film-festival-after-party-2026/100001998581537178 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Entertainment, Festivals, health-wellness, Art, Business, science-fair, Music, Sports, food-drinks, performances - **Interested 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