LA Femme Film Festival 2026 Sherman Oaks: Dates, Tickets and Panels

LA Femme Film Festival 2026 Sherman Oaks screenings are scheduled for October 22–25, bringing the festival’s 22nd edition to the San Fernando Valley. The organizer also advertises online viewing, giving audiences two ways to explore work by women in leading creative roles.

With opening day approaching, the most useful preparation is to separate confirmed festival dates from individual screening times, ticket access and venue details. Here is what the official pages establish, plus the questions to settle before booking.

LA Femme Film Festival 2026 Sherman Oaks: dates and venue

The organizer’s current ticket information lists October 22–25 and identifies Regal Cinemas at Sherman Oaks Galleria for live screenings, seminars and special events. It directs visitors to the festival’s 2026 Eventive platform for passes and purchases.

There is a location discrepancy worth checking: the festival’s FilmFreeway listing still displays Regal LA Live in downtown Los Angeles. The organizer’s own ticket page and current site headings point to Sherman Oaks. Use the address on your actual event confirmation, and contact the festival if the documents disagree.

That matters when planning transportation or coordinating with friends. A festival-wide date range is not a start time, and a general venue listing should not replace the information attached to a particular screening. Keep the booking confirmation available when you arrive.

Tickets, online screenings and the film program

LA Femme advertises both an in-person festival and a virtual subscription-video-on-demand program. Its ticket page says all tickets are nonrefundable. Before paying, confirm whether the item covers a screening, an online selection or a broader pass, along with any restrictions shown at checkout.

The official film-program page links to the 2026 schedule. However, it also retains text saying the selected films and catalog would be announced in September. Follow the linked current schedule for titles and times instead of treating that older announcement as a complete program.

For online viewing, check each title’s availability window and playback conditions. The organizer’s general description does not establish that every in-person film is available online, or that one purchase grants unlimited viewing throughout the weekend.

What LA Femme supports

The festival’s mission statement emphasizes films written, directed or produced by women, mentorship and professional connections. Founded in 2005, the event positions itself as a platform for both emerging artists and established filmmakers.

Its FAQ describes a range of categories, including narrative features, documentaries, shorts, animation, music videos and screenplays. It explains that women’s involvement in directing, producing or writing is central to eligibility, while requirements vary by category.

Those submission rules describe the festival’s creative focus; they should not be read as an invitation to enter this week’s edition. Anyone preparing a future submission should consult the dated entry listing and current rules before paying an application fee.

Panels and practical career preparation

The panels and seminars page describes weekend sessions concerned with filmmaking, financing and navigating Hollywood. The page alone does not provide a detailed 2026 speaker timetable, so verify the session title, participants and admission requirements in the current program.

For a useful professional visit, choose a specific question to investigate: how a project found its producer, prepared for distribution or reached an audience. Bring a concise introduction and ask permission before sending someone a screenplay, reel or pitch deck afterward.

The festival’s contact page also provides a route for internship, festival-position and volunteer inquiries. That is a contact channel, not confirmation of an available paid job; ask about duties, dates, eligibility and compensation.

For another Southern California festival option, see Hollywood Weekly’s Newport Beach Film Festival guide. Compare the actual programs before deciding how to divide your viewing time.