Two Locations to Enjoy Films
This year, the Big Blue Film Fest will be continuing our partnership with the Newport Performing Arts Center and will be showing films in two locations in Newport - the Gladys Valley Marine Studies Building (GVMSB) at Hatfield Marine Science Center and the Newport Performing Arts Center.
The opening night premiere on Friday, January 23, will be hosted at the Hatfield's Carmen Ford Phillips Auditorium in the GVMSB. On Saturday, January 24, films will be shown at both the GVMSB and the Newport Performing Arts Center. See maps of each location below.
Local Links
Learn more about the venue and resources in Newport below. Check back frequently as new details are added.
Other Newport Happenings
Winter on the Oregon coast is rife with waves, wind, and wonder. You can enjoy a variety of activities including hiking, exploring the historic bay front, enjoying an array of eclectic shops, biking along scenic trails, clamming, tide pooling, and visiting the aquarium and lighthouse, as well as appreciating the fusion of art, nature and science. Visit Discover Newport for more information.
Hallmark Resort & The Allred Hotel Film Fest Special
The Hallmark Resort Newport and The Allred Hotel (formerly The Whaler) are partnering with the Big Blue Film Fest to offer 20% off the best available rate for stays from January 22-26, 2026. Use the promotion code: BIGBLUE26 when you book your reservation.
To book a stay call
- The Allred Hotel call 877-496-9002
- Hallmark Resort Newport call 866-362-2476