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2026

22nd Annual

Sikhlens: Sikh Arts & Film Festival

The World's Premiere Sikh Film Festival. November 20–22, 2026 at The Frida Cinema, Santa Ana.

Sikhlens Canada 2026: Surrey

Sikhlens Canada 2026: Surrey

Saturday, September 12. Free. RSVP at Sikhlens.ca.

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What's New

  • Festival dates announced: November 20–22, 2026

    Mark your calendars. The 2026 edition returns to The Frida Cinema in Santa Ana for three days of Sikh stories on screen.

  • Submissions open year-round on FilmFreeway

    Films in English or with English subtitles, delivered in MP4 or MOV.

    Submit your film →

  • Sponsorship opportunities available

    Join Fairmont Private Schools, Chapman University, Yogi Tea and others in supporting the world's premiere Sikh film festival.

Venue

Venue & Parking

Venue

The Frida Cinema

305 E 4th St, Santa Ana, CA, 92701

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Parking

Street parking on 4th St and nearby public lots. Validated theater parking available for ticketed guests.

Food & Drink

Theater concessions available. Downtown Santa Ana restaurants within walking distance.

Schedule

Festival Schedule

2 events

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Submit Your Film

Sikhlens accepts films year-round via FilmFreeway. Films must be in English or include English subtitles, delivered in MP4 or MOV.

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Past Festivals