The Dc After Dark
INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
WASHINGTON, D.C.
(est. 2016)
Angelika Film Center - Union Market
550 Penn St NE
Washington, DC 20002
Nestled in the heart of the national capital, Washington D.C., the DC After Dark International Film Festival is a part of the "Festivals of FAME" family. Our goal is to give more opportunities for independent filmmakers and screenwriters to showcase and promote their art. The DC After Dark Film Festival holds screenings, an Awards Ceremony, and after parties.
We are screening Genre-based and Traditional films. Please be prepared to experience thrillers, horror films, dark humor, film noir, and so much After Dark camp!
**** PLEASE READ OUR DCP POLICY BEFORE SUBMITTING ****
NO EXCEPTIONS. Thank you.
Before submitting to our festival, please read our Rules & Terms.
By submitting to our festival, you are acknowledging that you have thoroughly read and understood our Rules & Terms; specifically our DCP fee policy.
-Thank you, The SoCAL Fest Selection Team
Screenings are held at the Angelika Pop Up in Union Market, Washington, D.C. Please check for continuing updates, as schedules and situations beyond our control may arise with little to no notification.
Thank you. -DCAD Fest Team
QUALIFIER
IMPORTANT DATES
Submissions Open: June 02, 2025
Early Bird Deadline: August 18, 2025
Early Deadline: October 13, 2025
Regular Deadline: July 20, 2026
Late Deadline: August 24, 2026
Extended Deadline: September 21, 2026
FINAL Deadline: October 19, 2026
Selection Notification by: November 02, 2026
Film Festival: 12/07 - 12/12, 2026
*Please visit for updates, as schedules may change with little to no notification.
MATURE AUDIENCES.
WARNING. Please be forewarned. Due to the nature of Genre films, within every film screened, there is potential for gore, crass humor, disturbing images & behavior, etc. Attend at your own discretion, and the understanding that some content should be prohibited for minors in your care.
*By attending any of our events, you are acknowledging any photography, video, and/or audio recorded may be used strictly for advertising and promotion. -Thank you.