THE DETROIT BLACK FILM FESTIVAL & TASTE OF BLACK SPIRITS - coming in September
THE DETROIT BLACK FILM FESTIVAL & TASTE OF BLACK SPIRITS TAKES PLACE AT 5 LOCATIONS.
CHECK THE LOCATION FOR EACH SCREENING AND EVENT.
Location 1: Carr Contemporary, 15 E. Kirby, Detroit, MI 48202
Location 2: Marlene Boll YMCA Theater, 1401 Broadway, Detroit, MI 48226
Location 3: DoubleTree Hotel, 525 W. Lafayette Blvd., Detroit, MI 48226
Location 4: Charles H. Wright, 315 E. Warren, Detroit Mi. 48204
Location 5: The Love Building 4731 Grand River Detroit MI 48208
The 6th annual Detroit Black Film Festival (DBFF), continues to showcase the voices and stories of Black independent filmmakers nationwide. DBFF is dedicated to screening excellent, high-quality films from seasoned and emerging filmmakers that highlight a spectrum of stories reflecting African American experiences, narratives, and culture.
Thank you to the Ford Foundation for their generous support and to our host venues the FIXINS Kitchen, the Carr Center, the Doubletree Hotel and Downtown Detroit Boll Family YMCA.
The 6th annual Detroit Black Film Festival + The Taste of Black Spirits National Conference, "The Cocktail Concierge"
This year's theme - " CINEMA - CULTURE - COCKTAILS "
All of the festivities take place Thursday, September 25 - Sunday, September 28, 2025.
At Taste of Black Spirits festival goers will have the opportunity to sample an array of Handcrafted Cocktails by talented mixologists, Black owned Beer, Wine & Spirit brands from across the world (attendees must be 21+ to participate in this portion of the festival).
PASSES & TICKETS can be purchased right here on FilmFreeway
All Access Festival Pass + Taste of Black Spirits Event - $225
Includes:
All Movie Screenings
Awards Ceremony
Taste of Black Spirits: "The Cocktail Concierge" Event
Taste of Black Spirits: "The Cocktail Concierge" - $120
Taste of Black Spirits: "The Cocktail Concierge" Event on 9/27/25
Film Festival Screening Pass (4 Days) - $100
Includes:
All Movie Screenings
Honors & Awards Ceremony
This pass does not include any of the Taste of Black Spirits Events
One Day Screening Pass - $35
Includes:
All Movie Screenings for the Day
This pass does not include any of the Taste of Black Spirits Events
Individual Ticket
9/28/25 Films + Honors & Awards Ceremony - $75
Attire - Semi Formal and Casual Chic
From thought-provoking documentaries to captivating narratives, this year's festival promises to showcase a wide range of compelling stories that highlight black experiences. Get ready to be immersed in a world of captivating cinematography, powerful performances, and thought-provoking discussions.
We can't wait to see you at the 6th Annual Detroit Black Film Festival + The Taste of Black Spirits National Conference, "The Cocktail Concierge"
THE DETROIT BLACK FILM FESTIVAL & TASTE OF BLACK SPIRITS TAKE PLACE AT 3 LOCATIONS. CHECK THE LOCATION FOR EACH SCREENING AND EVENT.
Location 1: Carr Center, 15 E. Kirby, Detroit, MI 48202
Location 2: Marlene Boll YMCA Theater, 1401 Broadway, Detroit, MI 48226
Location 3: DoubleTree Hotel, 525 W. Lafayette Blvd., Detroit, MI 48226
Location 4: Charles H Wright Museum of African American History
Location 5: The Love Building, 4731 Grand River Detroit MI 48208