Tier 3
Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United States
Last verified 25 June 2026
RiverRun International Film Festival is a non-profit cultural organization in Winston-Salem, NC dedicated to the role of cinema as a conduit of powerful ideas and diverse viewpoints. Our mission is to foster a greater appreciation of cinema and a deeper understanding of the many people, cultures, and perspectives of our world through regular interaction with great films and filmmakers. While our 9-day Festival is our largest and most visible platform to reach audiences, RiverRun also presents several year-round screening programs, which include RiverRun Retro; RiverRun Arts; the free ITVS Indie Lens Pop-Up Series in partnership with PBS North Carolina; and our free education initiative – Films With Class.
The main submission deadline for RiverRun International Film Festival is around 1 December 2026. Estimated from the festival's usual schedule; confirm on the official site.
Submitting to RiverRun International Film Festival costs around USD 20 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
No premiere requirement. RiverRun International Film Festival accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Yes. RiverRun International 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.
RiverRun International Film Festival takes place in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United States.
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