Celebrating the culture and achievements of Asia-Pacific American and Asian communities, Denver is ready for the annual Colorado Dragon Boat Film Festival. The carnival scheduled in March will host screenings and special events alongside community conversations.
With Denver Film as its partner, this Asian-American film festival will celebrate its 10th anniversary this year.
Highlights
- The Colorado Dragon Boat Film Festival will start on March 14.
- This event will be held at the Denver Sie FilmCenter.
- Other than movie screenings, the festival will feature culinary events and community discussions.
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Colorado Dragon Boat Festival Movies (Source – cdfilm.org)
Excited to kick off its 10th anniversary, the Colorado Dragon Film Festival will exhibit a range of multi-language movies this year. The film carnival will also feature community conversations, an Asian marketplace, and a culinary event. All of these will be carried out in the following dates:
Day 1: March 14
The first day of the Colorado Dragon Boat Film Festival will begin with a reception event followed by the first film screening. This film screening will be attended by director Elizabeth Ai.
- Opening Night Reception – 6 PM
- Opening Night Film – New Wave – 7 PM
Day 2: March 15
The second day of the Asian-American film festival will be an ideal showcase of quality discussions, support acts for local businesses of Denver, and a series of engaging films.
- Community Conversation – 10 AM to 10:45 AM
- Asian Marketplace – 11 AM to 7 PM
- Local Showcase 1 – 11:30 AM
- Pigsy – 2:15 PM
- Third Act – 4:30 PM
- Centerpiece: Fly Me To The Moon – 7 PM
Day 3: March 16
Closing Night Film TINĀ (Source – @thedenverfilminstagram)
Other than community interactions and movie screenings, the final day of the 10th Colorado Dragon Boat Film Festival will have an appealing culinary event.
- Community Conversation – 10 AM to 10:45 AM
- Culinary Event – 11 AM to 12 PM
- Local Showcase 2 – 1 AM
- The Midsummer’s Voice – 1:30 PM
- K-Family Affairs – 4 PM
- Closing Night Film (TINĀ) & Reception – 6:15 PM
Venue and Dates
Excited to exhibit its attractive lineup of movies this year, the Colorado Dragon Film Fest has invited the art and movie enthusiasts of the city to the Denver Sie FilmCentre – 2510 E. Colfax Ave. Denver, CO 80206.
The visitors will get to immerse themselves in the captivating world of the films for three days from March 14 to 16.
Ticket Prices
With one week left until the Colorado Boat Film Festival, Denverites can reserve their seats by getting tickets. Members of the film festival’s partner, Denver Film, will have to pay $75, while non-members can enjoy the film fest by buying tickets worth $85.
After purchasing the tickets for this Asian-American film festival, visitors can enjoy:
- Complete access to the opening night reception, every movie screening, closing night reception, special events, and community interactions.
- Complete access to a splendid culinary experience headed by the best AAPI restaurants in Denver.
- Member discount on bar and concession items plus complimentary select drinks.
History of Colorado Dragon Boat Film Festival
Started in 2016, this Asian-American film festival is an initiative by the Colorado Dragon Boat, which is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. The idea behind this entire program has been to showcase and promote the impressive culture, achievements, and contributions of the Asian-Pacific American and Asian communities through films.
Set to take place in a week, the Colorado Film Festival promises to be a vibrant event that offers something for everyone, including film enthusiasts, community members, and food lovers of Denver.
