Grand Prairie Black Film & Writers Festival

Close out Black History Month at the Grand Prairie Black Film & Writers Festival, spotlighting powerful Black stories on screen and page.

This immersive festival features films, writers, conversations, and a VIP reception celebrating creative excellence. Experience stories that educate, inspire, and endure.

Place: Uptown Theater, 120 E. Main St. Grand Prairie, TX

Time: 1:00 pm – 9:00 pm

$5.00 per ticket (only 1 film showing per ticket), all-inclusive VIP ticket $60.00

Short Film – Family Friendly

Our Family-Friendly Short Films celebrate Black joy, imagination, and storytelling across generations. These uplifting selections are perfect for families, offering heartwarming narratives, humor, and meaningful life lessons in a format that keeps all ages engaged. Expect stories that inspire conversation, laughter, and connection long after the credits roll.

Narrative & Documentary Short Films

This collection of Narrative and Documentary Short Films delivers powerful stories in compact form—each one bold, intentional, and thought-provoking. From personal journeys to cultural reflections, these films spotlight emerging voices and authentic perspectives within the Black experience. Short in length but rich in impact, these selections pack an emotional and intellectual punch.

Documentary Feature Presentation

The Documentary Feature Presentation dives deep into real stories that shape culture, challenge perspective, and spark dialogue. Through compelling visuals and intimate storytelling, these films explore truth, resilience, and the lived experiences of Black communities. This feature-length experience invites audiences to reflect, learn, and engage with stories that matter.

Narrative Feature Presentation

(Film Title TBD – A mix of The Big Chill & The Best Man)

Our Narrative Feature Presentation brings together friendship, legacy, love, and life’s turning points in a story that feels both nostalgic and timely. Blending humor, heartfelt moments, and real-life tension, this film explores what happens when history, relationships, and unresolved truths collide. Think soulful conversations, laughter, reflection—and the kind of storytelling that stays with you.

Celebrate culture, community, and excellence—see the full lineup of Black History Month events across Grand Prairie at GPblackexperience.com.