The inaugural Piney Woods Film Festival will take place at Lone Star College–Montgomery, bringing together filmmakers, artists, musicians, students, and the community for a multi-day celebration of independent film and storytelling in Texas.

Throughout the festival, guests will enjoy multiple curated film blocks scheduled in approximately two-hour sessions featuring official selections from around the world. The lineup includes short films, documentaries, feature-length films, trailers, and independent productions from both emerging and award-winning filmmakers.

Between film blocks, the festival lobby will come alive with live music performances from talented students of the Sarah Kelly Music School, creating an energetic and welcoming atmosphere for guests throughout the day. Festival attendees will also experience a special traditional art installation presented in partnership with the The Woodlands Arts Council.

Evening Mixer with Live Brass

Join us Friday evening for the Evening Mixer with Live Brass, featuring The Woodlands Symphony Brass, presented by the John Cooper School. Enjoy light bites, networking with fellow filmmakers and attendees, and two sets of live brass music in a relaxed, festive atmosphere.
This event is included with your festival admission. Light bites provided by Amrina..

In addition, festival ticket holders will receive complimentary queso from Chuy’s while supplies last.

Industry Panels & Special Guests

On Saturday, festival guests will have the opportunity to attend filmmaker panels and industry discussions featuring award-winning independent filmmakers from Houston and across Texas.

Special guest David Carren will lead a discussion on writing for television and the entertainment industry. His career includes writing multiple episodes of iconic television series including Star Trek The Next Generation, The Twilight Zone and Walter Texas Ranger plus features like The Red Queen and Waiting for Sandova.

Silent Auction & Community Support

Throughout the week, attendees may participate in a silent auction featuring unique items and experiences donated by local businesses, artists, and community partners. Proceeds from the auction directly support the Piney Woods Film Festival and future community storytelling projects.

VIP Mixer & Red Carpet Awards Ceremony

The festival will conclude with an exclusive VIP Filmmaker Mixer at Amerigo’s Grille, followed by the public Red Carpet Awards Ceremony hosted at the Kevin Brady Center. The awards ceremony will be free to attend with registration and will celebrate the filmmakers, artists, and storytellers featured during the festival.

Guests attending the ceremony will also receive a special first look at a teaser for the upcoming documentary on the making and history of The Woodlands.

Food and refreshments will be available throughout the festival while supplies last.

Supporting Independent Film & Community Storytelling

The Piney Woods Film Festival is a community-driven event produced under Broadcasting Texas. Proceeds from ticket sales, film submissions, sponsorships, donations, vendor participation, and fundraising activities directly support the operation and continued growth of the festival both this year and in future years.

Any additional proceeds beyond festival operating costs help support future community media, documentary, educational, and storytelling projects produced through Broadcasting Texas and its related programs. By attending, sponsoring, or participating in the festival, guests are helping invest in independent filmmaking, arts education, and community storytelling throughout Texas and beyond.