2026 Banff Film Festival

The Shenandoah National Park Trust is thrilled to bring the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival back to The Paramount Theater! Get ready for an exhilarating cinematic journey featuring breathtaking stories of adventure, culture, and the power of the outdoors. Across three days, audiences will experience three entirely different screenings, each showcasing the world’s best short films in mountain sports and culture. Join the Trust for this unforgettable weekend of heart-pounding action and awe-inspiring mountain storytelling.

Experience adventure across the globe while supporting your local national park. Profits from the sale of Banff Film Festival tickets support Shenandoah National Park programs and initiatives, from protecting black bears and other native flora and fauna to bringing kids and artists to the park, funding seasonal positions and professional internships, and more.