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Fayetteville's Adventure Film Festival Returns Bigger Than Ever

The outdoor adventure film festival celebrates its 10th year with expanded programming and international entries

Chris Bennett·March 5, 2026
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Fayetteville's Adventure Film Festival Returns Bigger Than Ever

The New River Gorge Adventure Film Festival is celebrating a decade of showcasing the world's best outdoor and adventure films. This year's festival, running April 18-20 in Fayetteville, features over 50 films from 12 countries.

What's New

  • An expanded VR experience tent
  • Live filmmaker Q&A sessions after every screening
  • A new "WV Makers" documentary category
  • Outdoor gear expo and swap meet

The Setting

Set against the stunning backdrop of the New River Gorge — America's newest National Park — the festival draws adventure enthusiasts from across the East Coast.

Early bird passes are available now at the festival website.