Community Stories Film Festival 2027 is now open for submissions! 

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 17th year, the Film Festival is dedicated to showcasing local stories by local filmmakers in Maryland, Washington DC, and Virginia.

Coming March 12th & 13th, 2027!

Submit Your Film

 

Join us at the festival on March 12th & 13th, 2027! 

And a special thanks to our 2026 festival sponsors!

Donate to Community Stories and Help Fund Next Year's Festival