Attending Filmmakers Guide - 2026

Howdy!

We’re looking forward to meeting you in person. A lot might have changed since you’ve last been in Austin or it might be your first time visiting us, so the team has put together a quick hospitality guide for you.

In addition to info about your hotel, we’ve included some key points of contact (for any questions) along with some great places to eat and/or drink nearby. 

If you have any questions, please reach out to our phenomenal Filmmaker Hospitality Coordinator, Laura Ye, at laura.ye@aaafilmfest.org or (646) 267-0822.

See you soon!

AAAFF

Festival Itinerary

FILMMAKER EVENTS

  • Q&A after your film’s screening (attendance required)

  • A-DOC Meetup (Friday Afternoon)

    • Date: Friday, June 26

    • Time: 3pm-4:30pm Central Time

    • Location: Austin PBS

  • The Mane Event - Official Red Carpet (Friday Evening)

    • Date: Friday, June 26

    • Time: 6:30-7:30pm Central Time (please check in at 6pm)

    • Location: AFS Cinema Lobby

    • Theme: Horse Girl/Texas Chic

  • Filmmaker TX BBQ Dinner (Saturday Evening)

    • Date: Saturday, June 27

    • Time: 6-8pm Central Time

    • Location: Stiles Switch Off the Pit Private Dining Room

  • Secret KTV Party (Saturday Late Night)

  • For any questions or assistance, please contact:

    Laura Ye

    Filmmaker Hospitality Coordinator

    laura.ye@aaafilmfest.org

    (646) 267-0822

    Neha Aziz

    Artistic Director

    neha.aziz@aaafilmfest.org

    (682) 365-9947

    Hanna Huang

    Executive Director

    hanna.huang@aaafilmfest.org 

    (956) 534-3841 

  • We’ve reserved accommodations for you at the Holiday Inn Austin Midtown, located at 6000 Middle Fiskville Rd, Austin, TX 78752.  Room+Tax are paid for by AAAFF, but Holiday Inn will require a credit card for incidentals.

    The hotel is a 6 minute walk from AFS Cinema, and about 20-35 minute drive from AUS airport, depending on traffic.

    Check In: 3PM

    Check Out: 12PM

    Phone: 512-451-5757

  • *Please check hours before heading towards your destination

    GOOGLE MAPS OF LOCATIONS AND MORE HERE

    HIGHLIGHTS

    Yellow Ranger:“green beans and loaded fries!”

    gràcia mediterranean:“fantastic lamb chops and hummus”

    Titaya's Thai Cuisine:“authentic standard Thai dishes, excellent cost to value”

    Jewboy Burgers:“great smashburgers”

    The Boiling Crab:“get the whole sha-bang!”

  • Please submit documentation for reimbursements here.

    Reimbursements are processed in 1-5 days of arrival.