Frequently Asked Questions

WHEN DOES THE CHATTANOOGA FILM FESTIVAL HAPPEN?

CFF 2017 runs from Thursday, April 6 through Sunday, April 9.

WHERE DOES THE FESTIVAL TAKE PLACE?

All 2017 screenings, panels and workshops will take place at the Carmike Majestic and DoubleTree Hotel in Downtown Chattanooga. You can find locations of special events and parties on our Schedule and Locations pages.

I WANT TO HELP. HOW DO I VOLUNTEER FOR CFF 2017?

If you're a hard-working, film-loving, people-first dynamo, please fill out the Volunteer form.

I'M COMING IN FROM OUT-OF-TOWN. WHERE SHOULD I STAY?

Click on hotels under Plan Your Visit on this website.

HOW DO THE BADGES WORK?

A badge is a non-transferable credential worn by the badge holder that allows the bearer certain festival privileges. VIP badge holders can secure seats at any screening at least 15 minutes prior to the start time.

WHERE DO I PICK UP MY BADGE?

Badges are available at the CFF Launch Party at the Hunter Museum of American Art and at the CFF Box Office at the Carmike Majestic beginning April 6, 2017.

I DON'T HAVE A BADGE BUT I WANT TO SEE A MOVIE. HOW MUCH ARE TICKETS?

Tickets are $10 each.

HOW DO I GET FROM THE AIRPORT TO THE FESTIVAL?

• Depart Airport Connector Rd toward Airport Rd
• Bear right onto E Shepherd Rd
• Take TN-153 South toward Chattanooga
• Take I-75 South toward Chattanooga / Atlanta
• At Exit 2, take I-24 West toward Birmingham / Chattanooga
• At Exit 178, take US-27 North toward Downtown
• Take Exit 1C on 4th Street.
• Turn left on Broad Street. The Carmike Majestic is on your left.

FESTIVAL POLICIES

• All badge and ticket sales final. No refunds or exchanges.
• Saving seats not allowed.
• All electronics must be turned off during screenings, panels and workshops.
• No recording allowed at any time.
• CFF reserves the right to refuse service to anyone for any reason.
• No late seating permitted.