The Urbanworld Film Festival is a renowned event that showcases diverse storytelling and fosters a community of unique voices. Founded in 1997 by Stacy Spikes, this internationally competitive festival has grown to become one of the largest of its kind. Each year, the festival curates a programming slate that represents a wide range of diversity across stories, characters, themes, and cultures.

The festival offers a variety of products and services to cater to film enthusiasts and industry professionals. Attendees can buy tickets and passes to enjoy the spotlight screenings of highly acclaimed films like Devotion presented by Sony Pictures and Louis Armstrong's Black & Blues presented by Apple TV+. Additionally, Urbanworld hosts community cinema events that bring film and music festivals to different locations, allowing audiences to experience the magic of cinema outdoors.

With a focus on innovation, Urbanworld also organizes a web3 conference that explores the intersection of storytelling, technology, and culture. This conference features keynote speakers who are leading the way in the film industry and beyond. Join Urbanworld Film Festival to celebrate the power of storytelling and engage with a vibrant community of filmmakers and film lovers