Tier 3
Honolulu, United States
Last verified 12 June 2026
The Honolulu Rainbow Film Festival (HRFF) is one of the longest‑running and most respected queer film festivals in the United States, proudly celebrating its 37th anniversary in 2026. For nearly four decades, HRFF has served as a vibrant bridge between Hawaiʻi and the Pacific,
The main submission deadline for Honolulu Rainbow Film Festival is around 30 April 2026. Confirmed for the current edition.
Submitting to Honolulu Rainbow Film Festival costs from USD 50 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
No premiere requirement. Honolulu Rainbow Film Festival accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Yes. Honolulu Rainbow Film Festival can qualify a film for an Academy Award (Oscar), subject to the specific category and condition for each award. The exact route differs per award body.
Honolulu Rainbow Film Festival takes place in Honolulu, United States.
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