American Black Film Festival Expands to New York, Los Angeles, Dallas and Atlanta
The American Black Film Festival is expanding to four cities.
In celebration of the festival’s 30th anniversary, the ABFF Pop-Up Tour, a new national initiative, will bring the energy, creativity, and community spirit of the acclaimed festival to four major markets across the U.S.
The ABFF Pop-Up Tour kicks off in October at AMC Theatres in New York City, followed by stops in Atlanta and Dallas in November, and culminating in Los Angeles this December. The Pop-Up Tour will feature award-winning independent films, celebrity conversations, and curated panels—including BOB Talks, an inspiring speaker series spotlighting Black-Owned Brands.
“For nearly three decades, ABFF has been a cornerstone for showcasing and elevating Black storytelling,” said Jeff Friday, ABFF Cofounder and CEO of Nice Crowd. “The ABFF Pop-Up Tour is a natural evolution of that mission—a mobile cultural movement designed to expand opportunity and deepen connection. By bringing the ABFF experience directly into local communities, we’re creating new spaces to discover talent, celebrate creativity, and unite through the power of film and shared culture. We’re excited to partner with Ally Financial to help bring this vision to life.”
“Ally honors the remarkable talent and creativity showcased at the American Black Film Festival Pop-Up Tour as a part of our long-standing commitment as a true ally to Black and brown creators and artists,” said Erica Hughes, senior director, Ally Marketing. “Elevating their voices, sharing their experiences, and celebrating the unique gifts they bring to our communities is a key piece of Ally’s mission to serve everyone as a financial ally.”
The tour stops are as follows:
New York – October 25–26 – AMC Lincoln SquareAtlanta – November 8–9 – AMC Madison YardsDallas – November 15–16 – AMC NorthParkLos Angeles – December 13–14 – AMC The Grove
In celebration of the festival’s 30th anniversary, the ABFF Pop-Up Tour, a new national initiative, will bring the energy, creativity, and community spirit of the acclaimed festival to four major markets across the U.S.
The ABFF Pop-Up Tour kicks off in October at AMC Theatres in New York City, followed by stops in Atlanta and Dallas in November, and culminating in Los Angeles this December. The Pop-Up Tour will feature award-winning independent films, celebrity conversations, and curated panels—including BOB Talks, an inspiring speaker series spotlighting Black-Owned Brands.
“For nearly three decades, ABFF has been a cornerstone for showcasing and elevating Black storytelling,” said Jeff Friday, ABFF Cofounder and CEO of Nice Crowd. “The ABFF Pop-Up Tour is a natural evolution of that mission—a mobile cultural movement designed to expand opportunity and deepen connection. By bringing the ABFF experience directly into local communities, we’re creating new spaces to discover talent, celebrate creativity, and unite through the power of film and shared culture. We’re excited to partner with Ally Financial to help bring this vision to life.”
“Ally honors the remarkable talent and creativity showcased at the American Black Film Festival Pop-Up Tour as a part of our long-standing commitment as a true ally to Black and brown creators and artists,” said Erica Hughes, senior director, Ally Marketing. “Elevating their voices, sharing their experiences, and celebrating the unique gifts they bring to our communities is a key piece of Ally’s mission to serve everyone as a financial ally.”
The tour stops are as follows:
New York – October 25–26 – AMC Lincoln SquareAtlanta – November 8–9 – AMC Madison YardsDallas – November 15–16 – AMC NorthParkLos Angeles – December 13–14 – AMC The Grove