2026 Chinese American Film & TV Festival Summit & Showcase

Join us for the 22nd Annual Chinese American Film Festival (CAFF) & Chinese American TV Festival (CATF) Summit & Showcase on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood, California!

For the first time in festival history, individual tickets are available for purchase for all events.

Don't miss this opportunity to hear from industry leaders working across the Chinese and American film and television markets, exchange ideas, and explore the future of cross-cultural collaboration in entertainment!

Seats are limited, and seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Check back for speaker announcements and program updates!

2026 Festival Timeline

November 10 | Opening Ceremony & Golden Angel Awards

Celebrate outstanding Chinese and American film and television productions at the festival's signature awards ceremony, bringing together distinguished guests and industry professionals from both countries.

November 11 | Summit & Showcase

Connect with film and television professionals from China and the United States for industry discussions, knowledge exchange, and insights into the evolving entertainment landscape.

November 12–30 | CAFF Film Screenings

Discover films through screenings at various locations throughout the festival.

Join Us in Hollywood

Festival events are open to the public, but seating is limited. Secure your ticket and join us in celebrating the connections, creativity, and collaboration shaping Chinese and American film and television.

About CAFF & CATF

Founded in 2004, the Chinese American Film Festival (CAFF) and Chinese American TV Festival (CATF) celebrate the creative exchange between the Chinese and American film and television industries. Over the years, the festivals have grown into an annual industry gathering recognized by film and television studios and industry associations in both countries.

Each year, CAFF & CATF bring together distinguished filmmakers, entertainment executives, and industry professionals for the Opening Ceremony and Golden Angel Awards in Hollywood, alongside industry discussions and film screenings throughout November.

The 2026 festival theme, “A Bridge of Screens, A World of Light,” celebrates the enduring passion, perseverance, and creativity that unite filmmakers across cultures and borders.