The Wild & Scenic Film Festival is the largest film festival of its kind. We leave you feeling inspired and motivated to make a difference in your community and the world.

What to Expect at the Festival

Experience the adrenaline of kayaking the wildest rivers. Climb the highest peaks. And trek across the globe with adventure films from around the world.

At our festival, you’ll witness how individuals and communities across the globe are taking action.

Explore the issues with leading environmental activists and professionals, filmmakers and celebrities:

• Energy
• Food systems
• Biodiversity
• Climate change
• Protection and restoration of wild lands and wild waters
• And so much more

Celebrate the natural and human world with many activities and events:

• Over nine venues for films and workshops
• A children’s Saturday morning “cartoons” program
• Art shows
• Wine tastings
• Gala event and awards ceremony

All this and more at our one-of-a-kind film festival. Located in Nevada City, California, one of the most charming towns in the Sierra Nevada.