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NewsCreative Loafing TampaSeptember 1, 2026Hillsborough

TIGLFF film festival expands to seven-day schedule across Tampa and St. Petersburg

The Tampa Bay International Gay and Lesbian Film Festival (TIGLFF) is holding its 37th annual event this month, featuring a new format that spans seven days across two weekends in both Tampa and St. Petersburg. The organization has rebranded and resumed operations following a pause in January.

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Why It Matters

The festival provides a regional cultural event for the LGBTQ+ community and film enthusiasts in Hillsborough and Pinellas counties.

Key Facts

  • The festival is in its 37th year of operation.
  • The event is scheduled to take place over seven days.
  • The festival will span two weekends.
  • The event will be hosted in both Tampa and St. Petersburg.
  • The organization has undergone a rebrand.
  • The festival previously paused operations in January.

Who's Mentioned

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