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Presented by
Wild and Free Film Festival
The Natural World Unleashed!
Goleta, California | November 6-8th, 2026


Friday October 16th, 2026
GIANT Outdoor Movie Night!
Elings Park, Santa Barbara
🌭 Gourmet food trucks 🎶 Live music
🍷 Local Beer and Wine.
🌿 Interactive Nonprofit Adventure Village.
☀️🎯 Raffle, trivia, giveaways & more!
Tickets on sale soon!
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Opening Night
Friday November 6th
Ritz-Carlton, Bacara
Saturday 7th & Sunday 8th
Camino Real Cinemas, Goleta
Tickets, festival passes, and the full program will be available soon.
Stay tuned!
Wild and Free Film Festival
Wild and Free Film Festival (WAFFF) doesn't do safe programming. We chase stories that are adventurous, diverse, and environmentally urgent, and put them in front of audiences who came to feel something, not just watch something. Rooted in community and grounded in bold curation, WAFFF is building a cultural and artistic destination event that sparks conversation and connection.
Every year, more than 40 original films are programmed, alongside filmmaker conversations, industry panels, and an awards program. WAFFF is building a festival where bold films find their people.

2026 Sponsors & Partners

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Thank you to all our 2025 founding sponsors & partners.
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