Updates
CCFF PRESENTS: THE ARAB NARRATIVES PROJECT
The Capital City Film Festival celebrates artists from around the world by curating outstanding multimedia experiences for the community. Over the last 15 years, CCFF has become a platform for cultivating dialogue and cultural exchange. CCFF is proud to uplift Arab voices and stories from around the globe and in the U.S. during National Arab […]
VENUE HIGHLIGHT & CREATIVE PARTNER: The Robin Theatre
The Robin Theatre, REO Town’s eclectic listening room and event space, has been a creative partner to the Capital City Film Festival for years. As one of the brightest and liveliest spots on Washington Ave, The Robin hosts multiple events weekly. The theatre is a cultural hub and a beautiful third space — a place […]
Opening Night Feature: “OBEX”
Conor Marsh lives a secluded life with his dog, Sandy, until one day he begins playing OBEX, a new, state-of-the-art computer game. When Sandy goes missing, the line between reality and game blurs and Conor must venture into the strange world of OBEX to bring her home. Join us for the Capital City Film Festival’s […]
CCFF & The Robin Theatre Present: Growth Vol. 3 with Jahshua Smith & Friends
Growth Vol. 3 with Jahshua Smith and Friends is a soulful variety show starring poet and hip-hop educator Jahshua Smith along with a cast of talented friends. The show returns to The Robin Theatre on the first night of the Capital City Film Festival, April 2, it is free and open to all ages. RSVP
Red Carpet Premiere Party
Here it is. The excuse you’ve been looking for to dress to the nines and take your next holiday card photo. Join us for our Red Carpet Premiere Party as we kick off the 2025 festival on Thursday, April 3 at Central United Methodist Church. Fancy clothes, cocktails, music, your favorite people and professional photos […]
FREE Brew & View: “Napoleon Dynamite”
I bet you could throw a football over them mountains. See you at The Avenue on Friday, March 7 at 8 PM for our next Brew & View, where we’ll be screening the cult favorite “Napoleon Dynamite.” We’re going to have a killer time. Beer, wine, and concessions will be available for purchase. Invite your […]
Closing Night Feature: “Firebreak”
Brandon and Royal change lives through firefighting in “Firebreak.” The two men met fighting wildfires while imprisoned in California’s penal system. Now, despite institutional barriers, personal financial pressure, and mounting environmental dangers, they are training other formerly incarcerated firefighters to become professionals and join their new, self-owned department. “Firebreak” is a documentary feature that chronicles […]
2025 Festival Venues
Drumroll please! The venues that are going to be home of the 2025 Capital City Film Festival, happening April 2-12, are: Central United Methodist Church — right in the heart of Lansing. Stage One at Sycamore Creek — this big supporter of arts in the area is getting involved as a screening venue. Impression 5 […]
Fortnight Film Contest 2025
Hey all you filmmakers and storytellers! Our annual Fortnight Film Contest is open for registration. This is your opportunity to put together a short film for a chance at winning one of multiple cash prizes totaling $5,000! Make a movie We want to encourage you to create a film that you’re excited about. Whether it’s […]
Programming Announcement: “Boys Go To Jupiter”
A teenager in suburban Florida desperately hustles to make $5,000 in this dreamy and surreal animated coming-of-age story