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Defy Film Festival

July 17, 2026 | Advertising Disclosure | Our Partners may be mentioned in this article.

Defy Film Festival is an annual Nashville film festival celebrating underground cinema taking place on Friday and Saturday, August 21-22, 2026, at East Side Bowl. Guests can expect two days of short and feature films in various categories. This event unites movie lovers and up-and-coming filmmakers from around the world. Ticket information is listed below.

Tickets

Weekend (August 21-22) Pass: Unlimited Screenings – $65
Friday (August 21) Pass: Unlimited Screenings – $30
Saturday (August 22) Pass: Unlimited Screenings – $50

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