Volunteer Sessions 2026

Portland Film Festival (PDXFF) is the biggest and most highly attended film lovers event in the Pacific Northwest -- named one of the world's top 25 coolest film festivals.Each year our five-day festival brings together independent films, documentaries, shorts, music videos, comedies, workshops, and community events under one roof. We champion independent voices and emerging filmmakers, and we program with intention -- celebrating diverse storytelling from communities that don't always get a seat at the table.Beyond the festival, Portland Film Festival runs year-round programs including youth filmmaker workshops, veterans and disability inclusion programs, and a documentary support initiative that connects filmmakers with audiences across Oregon.Whether you're a film lover, an aspiring filmmaker, or someone who believes independent stories matter -- there's a place for you here.Visit portlandfilm.org for tickets, schedules, and ways to get involved.