# Event Details - **Event Name**: Film Festival Celebration of Black August - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 28 Aug, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat, 29 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 pm - **Event Description**: A two-day festival of revolutionary film, political education, culture, and organizing rooted in the tradition of Black August.About this EventJoin us for two days of revolutionary film, culture, political education, and dialogue — while helping raise resources to strengthen our organizing and build the movement for a socialist future. Born from the struggles of imprisoned revolutionaries and honoring the lives and sacrifices of George Jackson, Jonathan Jackson, William Christmas, James McClain, Khatari Gaulden, and countless political prisonersBlack August is a living tradition rooted in: STUDY • FAST • TRAIN • FIGHTFeaturing: Revolutionary films & documentaries, Black August political education and workshops, Panels with organizers and former political prisoners, cultural performances celebrating resistance, printmaking, vendors, and community spacesAll proceeds support the continued work of building organized working-class power and revolutionary movements for liberation. Freedom has never been given — it has always been won through organized struggle.What to Expect:? Revolutionary films and documentaries? Political education and Black August workshops✊? Panels with organizers and former political prisoners? Cultural performances?️ Printmaking, vendors, and community space? Discussions on political repression, movement building, and organizing todayWhy This Is a Fundraiser:All proceeds support the work of building organized working-class power, political education, and ongoing movement organizing. Your participation helps sustain and grow the struggle for liberation.Ticket Options:• Donation RSVP (no one turned away)• Friday Only - $15• Saturday Only - $30• Two-Day Pass - $40Agenda?: 06:00 PM - 09:30 PMFriday Program?: 06:00 PMDoors Open & Community ReceptionInfo: Join us for an evening of community and connection with guest check-in, music, tabling featuring Black August zines, books, posters, and shirts, light snacks, and space to mingle. Attendees are also invited to participate in a creative activity reflecting on “What Black August Means to You.”?: 06:30 PMOpening Film BlockInfo: The evening begins with a welcome and political grounding, followed by introductions to each film. The program features Queen Mother Moore Speaks at Greenhaven Pr*son (18 min) and World In Action: George Jackson: A Death of a Revolutionary (30 min).?: 08:00 PMFilm Discussion & Panel ?: 10:00 AM - 09:00 PMSaturday Program?: 10:00 AMDoors OpenInfo: Join us for an evening of community and connection with guest check-in, music, tabling featuring Black August zines, books, posters, and shirts, light snacks, and space to mingle. Attendees are also invited to participate in a creative activity reflecting on “What Black August Means to You.”?: 10:30 AMWelcome Remarks?: 11:30 AMFilm Screening: Dr. Mutulu Shakur?: 01:00 PMCommunity Market & Activities ?: 02:00 PMWorkshop: Why George?Info: Presented by Community Resource Hub (Hiram Rivera), this session explores the history of Black August and what organizers are up against today.?: 03:30 PMVoices of Political PrisonersInfo: Readings honoring incarcerated freedom fighters.?: 04:00 PMFilm Block & DiscussionInfo: Film introductions followed by screenings of Louise Patterson Alone (18 min) and Eyes of the Rainbow (55 min), closing with an audience discussion.?: 06:00 PMCommunity Market & Activities ?: 07:00 PMBlack August Today — Community Discussion?: 08:30 PMCultural Performances - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/new-york/film-festival-celebration-of-black-august/100001996767735047 - **Event Categories**: entertainment, workshops, festivals, nonprofit - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 4 hours - Location: The People's Forum - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 44.52, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: New York - **state**: NY - **country**: United States - **location**: The People's Forum - **lat**: 40.7544504 - **long**: -73.99326429999999 - **full address**: The People's Forum, 320 West 37th Street, New York, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Film Festival Celebration of Black August - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/27135ae1cb0df39872bb1612872b99e75ef182475af76511fb807c1561bdbf6a-rimg-w1200-h593-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1785933988 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Film Festival Celebration of Black August being held? - **A:** Film Festival Celebration of Black August takes place on Fri, 28 Aug, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sat, 29 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 pm at The People's Forum, 320 West 37th Street, New York, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Film Festival Celebration of Black August? - **A:** Film Festival Celebration of Black August is organized by NYC Liberation Center. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Film Festival Celebration of Black August is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in New York, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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