Fantastic Fest Genre Film Festival
1120 S Lamar Blvd
Austin ,TX 78704
Fantastic Fest returns to Alamo Drafthouse South Lamar in Austin for eight packed days of premieres, special guests, and genre-film energy that takes over the theater.
Known for horror, fantasy, sci-fi, action, and cult cinema, this festival draws serious movie fans while still offering the thrill of discovering something unexpected on a big screen with an enthusiastic crowd. Badge holders should keep ticketing windows in mind, and non-badge guests may want to watch for walk-up opportunities for individual screenings.
- Date: Thursday, September 17-Thursday, September 24, 2026
- Location: Alamo Drafthouse South Lamar, 1120 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX
- Admission: Badge and ticketed festival; listed pricing ranges from $15 walk-up tickets for select screenings to festival badges up to $1,495
- On site: Film premieres, parties, events, merchandise, and special guests
- Ticket note: Walk-up tickets, when available, are released shortly before screening time
For film lovers searching for festivals in Austin, movie premieres, and standout entertainment in September, Fantastic Fest is one of the week's headline events. Readers can check My Neighborhood News for more community happenings.
