"25 Festivals Worth the Entry Fee"- Ashland Independent Film Festival

Every Spring, Southern Oregon is buzzing with the excitement of the Ashland Independent Film Festival. Over 6,000 film-lovers gather at the historic art-deco Varsity Theatre in downtown Ashland to watch over 90+ films in five days.

This year marks the 9th Annual Ashland Independent Film Festival from April 8-12th. Check out the full schedule online with links to film synopses and trailers. General film ticket prices are $10, but student and senior discounts are available

Filmmakers of the documentaries, features, and shorts come from around the world to engage with the audience after each screening. The festival hosts an Opening Night Bash and Award Celebration with local wine, beer, and gourmet food.

The film festival is one of the reasons Ashland is included in the popular travel guide A Thousand Places to See Before You Die.

*Photos courtesy of Rory Finney Photography