2026 HUMP! Film Festival
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HUMP! Spring 2026 is coming, and coming hard! Get ready for an unforgettable night of independent, genre-bending adult cinema featuring brand new, wildly creative short films that celebrate pleasure, play, and self-expression.
After 20 years of bringing bold storytelling to the big screen, HUMP! has received so many incredible submissions that they've expanded to two festival lineups per year. This Spring collection is packed with jaw-dropping artistry, laugh-out-loud moments, and daring scenes that will have you cheering right alongside the crowd.
This screening is hosted by the fabulous Brigitte Bandit, Austin's beloved drag performer and activist! Known as the Dolly of ATX, Brigitte has been voted Best Drag Performer and Best Activist in The Austin Chronicle Best of Austin 2024 and 2025. Beyond the stage, Brigitte is a passionate advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community, having testified at the Texas Capitol, served as a plaintiff in the successful ACLU lawsuit blocking the Texas drag ban, and currently serves on the City of Austin LGBTQIA+ Quality of Life Commission.
- Multiple screening times available throughout the weekend
- Approximately 90 minutes of film programming
- All attendees vote for their favorite films
- 18+ only
- General admission seating—arrive early for best seats
- Doors open 30 minutes before showtime
- Cell phones must be powered off during the screening
Expect the unexpected with a collection that's hot, hilarious, heartfelt, and like nothing you'll find online. This is independent cinema at its finest, celebrating real people, real stories, and real artistry!
Venue Details
Step into the cinematic wonderland of Hyperreal Film Club where movies come alive in the most thrilling ways!
This isn't your average theater—it's a pop-up paradise specializing in unique, immersive movie-watching experiences in thoughtful environments that transport you right into the story. They amplify local artists and host a whirlwind of events, from cult classics like Beverly Hills Cop and Nosferatu with live scores to fresh indie gems, short film showcases, filmmaker Q&As, and wild nights like soundtrack karaoke or music video parties.
- Catch screenings Monday through Friday packed with surprises!
- Discover zones featuring hidden treasures like Kamikaze Hearts or City Wide Fever.
- Join special series highlighting Black women directors, trans stories, or Hong Kong heartbreak melodramas.
- Tonight's vibe? A music video party or best-of shorts—pure Austin film magic!
Skip the multiplex and dive into cinema for the people—your next favorite film adventure awaits at Hyperreal!