Local Films by Local Filmmakers Coming March 13th - 15th, 2026

The Community Stories Film Festival is a celebration of independent documentary filmmaking, uniting filmmakers, cinephiles, and community members for three days of screenings, filmmaker Q&As, and conversations. Open to the public and now in its 16th year, the Film Festival is dedicated to showcasing local stories by local filmmakers in Maryland, Washington DC, and Virginia. Submissions for the 2026 Community Stories Film Festival are closed.   If you would like to support this extraordinary regional event and celebrate the best of local talent, please contact Janice Wilkins at [email protected].

 

Community Stories Film Festival 2025 Recap

 

 

Docs In Progress appreciates the support of the following organizations of Community Stories '25

Maryland Film Office, Maassen Katz, Kissinger Management Group

In Kind: Canon, Lemon Slice Cafe, Kefa Cafe

 

Support Community Stories

We invite your sponsorship to help Docs In Progress continue uplifting community artists and their stories. Sponsors of the 2026 festival will be recognized for their support.

Sponsorship Info & Payment

 

Even if you are not able to become a sponsor, you can make a huge difference with tax deductible contribution to our Community Stories Festival.

Donate to Community Stories

 

Please contact Janice Wilkins at [email protected] for any questions about sponsorship and other support opportunities. Thank you and see you March 13-15 for great films and stimulating discussions!