Luang Prabang Film Festival

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The story

Luang Prabang Film Festival in Luang Prabang

Founded in 2010, the Luang Prabang Film Festival is the world's only major festival dedicated solely to ASEAN cinema, running free screenings each December at the Sofitel Luang Prabang by day and the Handicraft Market square by night, alongside workshops and grants supporting regional filmmakers.

Founded in 2010 by American filmmaker Gabriel Kuperman, the Luang Prabang Film Festival built a niche for itself as the only major festival in the world dedicated solely to films from ASEAN member countries, giving Southeast Asian cinema a dedicated annual showcase inside one of the region's most storied heritage towns.
Your trip starts here
What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

What sets this festival apart from Laos's other cultural events is its narrow, deliberate focus purely on Southeast Asian cinema, a specialization unmatched by any comparable festival worldwide, combined with a strict policy that every screening and activity remains free and open to the public

02

The mystery stays covered

Its split venue structure, art-house daytime screenings at a luxury hotel and open-air evening shows in a public market square, also gives it a dual character serving both cinephile and general local audiences in the same week

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

publicly accessible film screenings split between an art-house daytime program and a general-audience open-air evening program

Water and renewal

Living ritual

dedicated programming of solely ASEAN-member cinema

The sacred route

Living ritual

and year-round educational workshops and small grants supporting Lao and regional filmmakers

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA

Getting around

Use the event area in Luang Prabang to set the route; normal travel times can stretch once crowds build.

What to wear

Casual, comfortable clothing works well for both venues, with a light layer for cooler December evenings during outdoor screenings at the Handicraft Market square. Nothing formal is required...

Safety

Keep valuables light, follow local instructions, and watch how residents use the space before joining in.

Where to stay

For peak dates, book flexible lodging near reliable routes into and out of Luang Prabang.

Tickets/cost

Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.

Language/currency

LAK

Family friendly

unknown

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Luang Prabang, Luang Prabang Province, Laos

Nearest airportLPQ — Luang Phabang
TransportUse the event area in Luang Prabang to set the route; normal travel times can stretch once crowds build.
Stay areaFor peak dates, book flexible lodging near reliable routes into and out of Luang Prabang.

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How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Luang Prabang via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Luang Prabang, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for festival season.Compare faresFestival gearCasual, comfortable clothing works well for both venues, with a light layer for cooler December evenings during outdoor screenings at the Handicraft Market square. Nothing formal is required even for the daytime hotel-based screenings.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for Laos and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Luang Prabang Film Festival?

Luang Prabang Film Festival is listed for Dates to be announced. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Luang Prabang Film Festival take place?

The festival is listed in Luang Prabang, Laos. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

Annual is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Luang Prabang, Luang Prabang Province, Laos

Is it family friendly?

unknown

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About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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